Culinary Art Therapy “The Soul of Bulgarian Cuisine"

Culinary art therapy naturally combines cooking and psychology. It is a meeting point between food and the inner world – a creative process that not only nourishes but also heals. When we cook with attention and intention, we connect with ourselves, calm the mind, and find grounding in the present moment. Through the preparation and sharing of food, we build connection – with ourselves, with others, and with our ancestral memory. Cooking becomes a living ritual that helps us create new healthy habits and enjoy the joy of creation.

In the culinary art therapy course “The Soul of Bulgarian Cuisine,” you won’t simply cook – you’ll experience food with your body, heart, and soul. You will explore traditional Bulgarian food symbols, turn to your personal stories, and discover meaning and wisdom in the rituals, aromas, and messages that Bulgarian cuisine has carried for centuries. Everyone will have the freedom to share their experiences, memories, beliefs, and food-related fantasies.

As is tradition, you’ll talk about the symbolism of different foods, about dreams and fantasies involving food, about how cooking brings us into the “here and now,” quieting the mind’s chatter and easing anxious thoughts. You’ll explore how the way we eat reflects our longings and concerns – and how we “digest” them. All of this will take place in a safe, warm, and inspiring environment where flavor and symbolism intertwine.

During the course, you will prepare traditional Bulgarian dishes and desserts in their most delicious form:

• Pulled banitsa with leek and white cheese
• The tastiest fried meatballs
• Beans with roasted peppers and confit garlic in olive oil
• Cream-filled pastry cones with vanilla custard