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PESHKOPIA

Lake Shkoder carp and mountain-aged goat cheese define the culinary landscape of PESHKOPIA, a restaurant that bridges the gap between the coastal north and the rugged Diber highlands. The signature Tavë Krapi is a technical marvel, featuring tender carp expertly baked in a traditional clay pot with a rich, sweet-sour sauce of onions, garlic, and dried plums. The aroma of the slow-cooked fish, infused with the scent of wood smoke, is intoxicating. The goat cheese, sourced directly from the Bulashi goats of Peshkopia, offers a unique, pungent depth that is served alongside warm, stone-baked bread. Technique is centered on slow-braising and clay-pot baking, ensuring that the roasted lamb shoulder achieves a fall-apart tenderness. The texture of the stuffed peppers, filled with a sticky, herb-infused rice, provides a satisfying, earthy weight to the meal. PESHKOPIA is a sanctuary of authentic flavors, where northern Albanian heritage is preserved through meticulous cooking methods.

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