Trying LATVIAN FOOD for the FIRST TIME in Riga, Latvia

I was not expecting Latvian food to be this way! In this vlog I'll take you to some of the most interesting restaurants I've visited in Riga while trying Latvian food for the first time. Enjoy!
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  • @fonsiabroad
    @fonsiabroad2 жыл бұрын

    Latvian food was amazing!! It was great tasting all the different traditional plates of Latvia and as you can see Riga is such a beautiful city, specially during the winter! Enjoy the vlog!! I'll post a vlog talking about my general experience in the city of Riga soon, so stay tuned! ❄️

  • @absolutelychampagne

    @absolutelychampagne

    2 жыл бұрын

    Are you going to make a Thailand vlog?

  • @roneitback
    @roneitback Жыл бұрын

    All latvians (like me) are happy because our country is recognized and loved

  • @editecaksa7356

    @editecaksa7356

    2 ай бұрын

    I’m also from latvia

  • @miguelcorreiamiranda1190
    @miguelcorreiamiranda11902 жыл бұрын

    it is very beautiful, you have presented this country and its traditions very beautifully, congratulations to you

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Miguel! Glad you enjoyed the content of the vlog. Riga was such a captivating city to explore 👏

  • @Crimson19977
    @Crimson19977Ай бұрын

    Thank you Fonsi for exploring my country's cuisine, I love seeing foreigners do that ❤ I know our food it's not for everyone, and yes, it indeed is intended to make you warm and prepared for the harsh and cold weather that we often have here in Latvia. Also our food is mostly comfort food as well, that's the way that I would describe it in a nutshell.

  • @johnpace5195
    @johnpace51952 жыл бұрын

    Looks like a fun place, thanks for posting. You are making my bucket list longer.

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, the world is full of surprises. I didn't expect Riga to be such an interesting city. I'd definitely recommend visit here and the food is amazing!! 🍲❄️

  • @MrHatTheHat

    @MrHatTheHat

    Жыл бұрын

    @@fonsiabroad as a Latvian i dont live in Rīga but ive been there and its pretty cool, also it has a lot of traffic in any Time that isnt winter. also i havent Seen the type of food in the video in latvia, def gonna try the foods. I was Kind of expecting a LOT of soul considering in Latvia we have lots of soup

  • @mimwiriya7117
    @mimwiriya71172 жыл бұрын

    The food looks appetizing ! 😃 That's great video!👍

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Mim! Glad you enjoyed the vlog!!

  • @lvanheygen
    @lvanheygen2 жыл бұрын

    Great video ..try those potato pancakes again though … also a huge favorite in Poland …try are good with sour cream or apple sauce . Cheers and thanks for showing a little Of Latvia

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    I have to give them another chance next time I visit Latvia or Poland! Apple sauce sounds like a perfect accompaniment. The rest of the food was incredible👏

  • @tiptop3922
    @tiptop3922 Жыл бұрын

    You must visit not Riga, but real Latvia far away from capital. In Riga prices are crazy and comfort level is not so high.

  • @liesmazarina7578
    @liesmazarina7578 Жыл бұрын

    I just checked the menu of Province - it's quite expensive! 12euro for one portion of Pelmeņi?! There was one restaurant where you could similar or even bigger portion for 5eur! But unfortunately they closed some time ago... Also potatoe pancakes for 9 euro are super expensive for regular Latvian. But I'm very glad you enjoyed Latvian food!

  • @mimwiriya7117
    @mimwiriya71172 жыл бұрын

    Wow Can't wait !

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    Can't wait for you to see the new video!! :)

  • @cedieryanmatugas2780

    @cedieryanmatugas2780

    2 жыл бұрын

    Me gusta el video..

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@cedieryanmatugas2780 gracias!!

  • @silvanacostasoler6873
    @silvanacostasoler68732 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic food!👍

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    yes, Latvian food is amazing 👏

  • @szihilm4241
    @szihilm42412 жыл бұрын

    Amazing food travelling❤

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!! 🍲🥟🙌

  • @arissaraninphet6420
    @arissaraninphet64202 жыл бұрын

    Wow😯😲great video👍👍

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    thank you Arissara!! Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @IDKicantthinkofaname
    @IDKicantthinkofaname Жыл бұрын

    I'm happy you like our food a lot of people don't know about latvia

  • @janzavadil381
    @janzavadil3812 жыл бұрын

    Great! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Jan! 🙌🍲🇱🇻

  • @janzavadil381

    @janzavadil381

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@fonsiabroad Your welcome! I love your vids. And your voice is superb ☺️👏🏻✌🏻

  • @Donknowww
    @Donknowww2 жыл бұрын

    I was pleasantly surprised about the food when i visited Latvia. Really delicous hearty food! I tried a dish in Jūrmala in a small wooden house/restaurant. I don't remember the name of the dish but i was a ceramic pot with lamb, potatoes, vegetables and different spices in it. Maybe also cheese? Is there anyone knowing the name of it? It was served with black bread.

  • @juns82jk

    @juns82jk

    2 жыл бұрын

    Name should be Stew in a clay pot

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, food in Latvia is such a hidden gem. Fantastic cuisine that feels very authentic and perfect for the cold weather 🙌

  • @Donknowww

    @Donknowww

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@juns82jk thank you, i found it.

  • @Crimson19977

    @Crimson19977

    Ай бұрын

    It sounds like you ate one of the stew's that we usually serve in a clay pot here in Latvia - that way it tastes the best.

  • @LatvianBoi-yd7iz
    @LatvianBoi-yd7iz Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for visiting my homeland Fun fact: Riga was created in 1201

  • @peternaryd_operasinger
    @peternaryd_operasinger2 жыл бұрын

    Great!👍👍👍

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!! 🙌🇱🇻🍲

  • @peternaryd_operasinger

    @peternaryd_operasinger

    2 жыл бұрын

    You're so welcome!😁😁

  • @RupeshYadav-ho2ow
    @RupeshYadav-ho2ow2 жыл бұрын

    Good video fonsi...and how you reached there? Metro? Your videos are good but can you pls add some more stuffs (like the transport,the local people,the spots to visit there,the hotel to stay and some of their different culture if any. Dont get red on me 😅

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the feedback! This vlog is focused on food only but I'll definetly do a vlog about the city with tips and things I've experienced on my visit. I can't wait to share my full experience in the city and I'll try to expand on the elements you mention in depth in the future :)

  • @erwinsayz4078
    @erwinsayz40782 жыл бұрын

    Nice your my video 😍...go succes your vlog. Fonsi

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! And I'm glad you enjoyed the video Erwin!! 🙌

  • @Lerd_324
    @Lerd_3242 жыл бұрын

    ว้าว 😲 สวยมากเลย

  • @JustTasteMe
    @JustTasteMe Жыл бұрын

    amazing video i love to watch it I also love pakistani food love from pakistan and i subscribed 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

  • @asmrgirl88
    @asmrgirl882 жыл бұрын

    My first time here and I'm inscribe🤍🌍🤗

  • @chhayayadav7802
    @chhayayadav78022 жыл бұрын

    Its nice ..keep it up🤘🤘🍀🍀🐧

  • @chhayayadav7802

    @chhayayadav7802

    2 жыл бұрын

    Your blue jacket is really good 👌🥰😁

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! 🙌 Had a blast here in Latvia

  • @HuskyGamer-ub8km
    @HuskyGamer-ub8km Жыл бұрын

    All Latvians also understands Latvian language our Native Language and also English language!!And you can also chose to learnbetwen the Russian or German language as your Third Language to learn in Elementary School in Latvia!!

  • @adrielfalcao4509
    @adrielfalcao45092 жыл бұрын

    Acho muito legal as suas viagens pelo mundo. Conhece o Brasil? Precisa vir nos eventos do Carnaval ou São João que não vai se arrepender! Qualquer coisa posso ser o seu guia kkkkk

  • @j7ndominica051
    @j7ndominica0518 ай бұрын

    Those dumplings can be served with sour cream for a milder taste than oil.

  • @Baeomran
    @Baeomran2 жыл бұрын

    You are the best person 😍my dream is to meet you and be your best friend. I actually became a flight attendant 🧑🏻‍✈️ and I have travelled the world 🌍 your KZread concept inspired me to love not traveling solo but people of Spain 🇪🇸 in fact I have been to Spain 🇪🇸 because of you . You are my idol

  • @Baeomran

    @Baeomran

    2 жыл бұрын

    And I am the only who get ignored no like no reply 🤣what a fan Melody

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's awesome! Hope you enjoyed your visit to Spain!! and I'm so happy my content inspired you 🙌 and woow congrats on becoming a flight attendant! 🤟

  • @gokulchamlagai8846
    @gokulchamlagai88462 жыл бұрын

    Hey Alfonso are visit in Bangkok as well ? Really want meet you

  • @worldsasuri9430
    @worldsasuri94302 ай бұрын

    😃😃😃

  • @macieg.
    @macieg.2 жыл бұрын

    Nice video! Where are you from btw?

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I'm from Barcelona, Spain 🤙

  • @mosinkhalifa1701
    @mosinkhalifa1701 Жыл бұрын

    💚💙💜♥️

  • @lluuiizzee8909
    @lluuiizzee89092 жыл бұрын

    You actually pronounced the dumplings (pelmeņi) correctly the second time you said it, but corrected it in the video as pelemi afterwards.😁

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    wow haha thank you for letting me know. I was so wrong about it 😂 It tasted amazing anyways!

  • @nishatsayyed8326
    @nishatsayyed83262 жыл бұрын

    Come to India. You'll find dozens and dozens of cuisines because of the rich culture.

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    I really like Indian cuisine. I'd love to explore India in the future for sure 👏👏

  • @Rblock777
    @Rblock777 Жыл бұрын

    Original Balsam is nasty af, the purple one is the best

  • @indrajukame
    @indrajukame Жыл бұрын

    Well, you actually haven't seen Latvia if you've only been in Riga! 😉

  • @aldisindulis
    @aldisindulis2 жыл бұрын

    Actually dumplings is not typical Latvian food

  • @fonsiabroad

    @fonsiabroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, I was told it's not something that's specific to the area but more of an influence from the Polish / Russian.

  • @evisovi207
    @evisovi207 Жыл бұрын

    🇱🇻👍✌️

  • @lvcosmo2078
    @lvcosmo2078 Жыл бұрын

    2:13, its called pelmeņi

  • @rawen_wolf4671
    @rawen_wolf46712 жыл бұрын

    Im in Latvija

  • @reality7671
    @reality767127 күн бұрын

    He looks brit 😅

  • @Rblock777
    @Rblock777 Жыл бұрын

    Latvia has Russian and German influence

  • @a.tusi_esi2362
    @a.tusi_esi2362 Жыл бұрын

    not pelemi but pelmeni or pelmeņi*

  • @emanuelscaune6220
    @emanuelscaune6220 Жыл бұрын

    its pelmeņi not pelemi

  • @edzusgapotcenko9723
    @edzusgapotcenko9723 Жыл бұрын

    Es esmu latvietis un piepļūtiju bikses

  • @krichards5930
    @krichards59302 жыл бұрын

    Pᵣₒmₒˢᵐ 😱

  • @m4xi_
    @m4xi_ Жыл бұрын

    U added location name to Letonia ITS FUCKING LATVIA

  • @sanija5300

    @sanija5300

    Жыл бұрын

    letonia is latvia😄 it’s just pronounced different

  • @Rblock777

    @Rblock777

    Жыл бұрын

    In Netherlands they say Letland, its different everywhere