Mention the word ‘Piragi’ to any Latvian and I can guarantee their eyes will glaze over, reminiscing…
…warm kitchens at Christmas time, awash with the scent of spices…
…the constant hum and buzz of cousins, aunties, uncles and siblings, recalling old memories while creating new…
…Vecmamma gently scolding your clumsy attempts at stealing a tiny handful of the deliciously irresistible filling…
…the palpable disappointment when you realise they’re all gone…
It’s incredible how such a tiny pocket of savoury goodness can mean so much!
If you too would like to know what the fuss is all about, click here for a great piragi recipe.
Latvian Piragi – Food of the Gods!