Welcome to Cookhouse Diary, a food blog where tradition meets creativity.
Here you’ll find authentic Serbian and Balkan recipes passed down through generations. From hearty comfort food to rustic pastries and cozy cocktails. Whether you’re rediscovering familiar flavors or exploring Balkan cuisine for the first time, you’re in the right place.
Cozy Fall Balkan Recipes & Seasonal Drinks
From cozy Balkan comfort food to seasonal fall drinks, these recipes are perfect for crisp autumn days and relaxing evenings at home. Enjoy warm flavors, hearty textures, and festive sips that bring the season’s best to your table.
Tried & True Favorites
Tried, loved, and shared by readers. These are the most visited and top-rated recipes on the blog!
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Drinks and Beverages
From cozy lattes to creative cocktails, these drinks bring flavor and style to any moment, whether you’re winding down or celebrating something special.
Serbian Main Dishes & Comfort Food
Comforting, homestyle recipes that connect generations, straight from the heart of Serbian cuisine.
- Izlivača – Balkan Zucchini Poured Pie
- Serbian Potato Pasta (Nasuvo sa Krompirom)
- Prženice – Balkan Savory French Toast
- Serbian Polenta – Kačamak
Serbian Desserts & Cakes
Sweet traditions that bring people together, nostalgic desserts, and cakes from the heart of the Serbian kitchen.
- Nasuvo Sa Makom – Serbian Sweet Poppy Seed Pasta
- Traditional Serbian Koh Recipe
- Apricot Swiss Roll
- Sutlijaš – Balkan Rice Pudding
Recent Recipes
Here’s what’s new, from comforting Balkan dishes to nostalgic desserts and cozy drinks from my kitchen.
Recently Refreshed Favorites
These reader-loved recipes have just been given a fresh update. Clearer steps, better photos, and new tips from my kitchen.
