Gastronomic Tourism in Belarus

Gastronomic Tourism: Where to Taste Kumis in Belarus

To begin with, gastronomic tourism is a type of tourism where the traveler seeks to get acquainted with the cuisine of a certain country. So, such travels are interesting for those who like to try new dishes or are looking for an opportunity to taste unusual food.

Tourists participating in gastronomic tours get acquainted with the peculiarities of the cooking of certain dishes in different countries, as well as with the history of their origins.

What is Gastronomic Tourism in Belarus

Belarus also has its own culinary traditions, and they are worth getting to know. Belarusian cuisine is pretty similar to Ukrainian and Russian ones, but it is impossible to say that it copies them. It has its own peculiarities that distinguish it among the cuisines of the neighboring countries. You can try Belarusian cuisine:

1. In themed restaurants: this is the easiest option since you can easily find such a place in almost any Belarusian city, as well as in the territory of some farm stays and museums.
2. When visiting workshops: this option is ideal for those who want to plunge into Belarusian culinary traditions and for those who love to cook.
3. When visiting eco-farms: if you want to know what natural products grown without fertilizers and pesticides taste like this is the right choice for you. You will also learn how to gather herbs and maintain a garden, etc.
4. When visiting food festivals: this option suits those who love the atmosphere of festivity. There are many traditional gastronomic festivals in Belarus. And some of them are held in the regions of the country — so it can be a good reason to visit cozy Belarusian towns.
5. During the tours to plants and factories: such excursions will be interesting for those who want to know how the products that we eat today are produced.

Horse Breeding Farm Is a Unique Place in Belarus

BelKumysProm is the only factory in Belarus that produces mare's milk. The farm also breeds the Russian and Lithuanian Heavy Drafts.

The farm has all the necessary equipment to ensure the high quality of the milk. Therefore, it is definitely an interesting place to visit (especially for those who want to taste a new product).

Horse Breeding Farm Tour: Program for Tourists

BelKumysProm independently organizes tours to the factory every Saturday from 12:00 (prior registration is required). The factory is located in the Gainensky village council, Logoisk district. The tour program is rich. During the tour, the visitors will:

1. Learn more about the features of the horse breeding farm: how the horses are kept and how the milk is produced.
2. Get to know the horses better. The visitors will learn more about horse care and disposition, they will also have an opportunity to feed the horses and take a photo with them.
3. Try the mare's milk: No trip to the farm is complete without a tasting of the mare's milk. Moreover, the visitors will learn about the health benefits of drinking mare's milk and can buy souvenirs.

There are still many interesting places in our country that are worth visiting. So, travel around Belarus and do not miss an opportunity to try some new food and to discover the other side of the country!