Hello there! My name is Ana Kostic. At age 18, I immigrated from Montenegro to the United States. After a year, I found myself missing the flavors of home, and the recipes that my family had passed down for generations.
So, before I could count to deset, I found myself in the kitchen, elbows deep in flour, recreating those distinct Balkan flavors and sharing the family traditions that I was raised with with my daughter (If you were wondering, her favorite recipe is my gluten free Vienna Cubes).
And, now, I would like to be able to share these recipes with you! Once you decide on a recipe, itโs time to roll up your sleeves, and turn the oven on as we begin our baking journey together!
Or, if you prefer to skip baking and go straight to sampling, Iโm excited to offer my baked goods for local pickup and delivery. Browse the rich selection and treat yourself or your loved ones to some delicious Balkan treats!
If you have additional questions or would like to place a custom order you can reach us via our contact form or Instagram
Canโt get enough of the pics from our last @southloopfarmersmarket ๐
Weโll be back on 9/11 - mark your calendar and stop by to say hi! ๐๏ธโจ
Canโt get enough of the pics from our last @southloopfarmersmarket ๐
Weโll be back on 9/11 - mark your calendar and stop by to say hi! ๐๏ธโจ
Back in action after my move! You can now place custom orders for pickup at Farmers market Thursday nights 4-8pm at Roosevelt collections. ๐ค๐ฉท
Back in action after my move! You can now place custom orders for pickup at Farmers market Thursday nights 4-8pm at Roosevelt collections. ๐ค๐ฉท
Back to the classics for this sweet midsummer order. 3 cookie flavors ๐ชโจ
Balkan & Viral back at it at the Chicago Artisan Market this past weekend!
Had the best time meeting new friends and hearing all their stories ๐ฉท. Loved sharing a table with the super talented @mariamade.art and sipping on the yummiest sparkling water from @spacetimedrinks .
Huge thanks to @chicagoartisanmarket for putting together another fun event - already counting down to the next one!
Balkan & Viral back at it at the Chicago Artisan Market this past weekend!
Had the best time meeting new friends and hearing all their stories ๐ฉท. Loved sharing a table with the super talented @mariamade.art and sipping on the yummiest sparkling water from @spacetimedrinks .
Huge thanks to @chicagoartisanmarket for putting together another fun event - already counting down to the next one!
This weekend was truly unforgettable! ๐ซCelebrating @katarinathalas birthday with friends from around the ๐ was beyond amazing.
Happy birthday, Cimi - the happiest and kindest soul I know! ๐
Big shoutout to @ericcheferick and team for an exceptional dining experience the entire weekend. Still dreaming about that paella. ๐ฅ
Canโt wait to gather on the next special occasion โญ๏ธ
This weekend was truly unforgettable! ๐ซCelebrating @katarinathalas birthday with friends from around the ๐ was beyond amazing.
Happy birthday, Cimi - the happiest and kindest soul I know! ๐
Big shoutout to @ericcheferick and team for an exceptional dining experience the entire weekend. Still dreaming about that paella. ๐ฅ
Canโt wait to gather on the next special occasion โญ๏ธ
Last weekโs snaps from SLFM night market.
This marks beginning of year 3 of doing dessert things ๐ง
Beyond just making sweets (well, except setting up those tents ๐), Iโve genuinely loved the creative journey and engaging with community. So many growth moments, so much learning, and putting myself out there.
Now itโs time for a little breather to enjoy some time in Europe. Back in July for the @chicagoartisanmarket at Fulton Market! ๐ช๐บโก๏ธ๐บ๐ธ
๐ธ Essence Richardson
Last weekโs snaps from SLFM night market.
This marks beginning of year 3 of doing dessert things ๐ง
Beyond just making sweets (well, except setting up those tents ๐), Iโve genuinely loved the creative journey and engaging with community. So many growth moments, so much learning, and putting myself out there.
Now itโs time for a little breather to enjoy some time in Europe. Back in July for the @chicagoartisanmarket at Fulton Market! ๐ช๐บโก๏ธ๐บ๐ธ
๐ธ Essence Richardson
Hey everyone! Super excited to kick off the @southloopfarmersmarket Night Market next Thursday at @rcshops ! ๐
Weโll be serving up a mix of traditional Balkan treats and tasty Dubai chocolates. Canโt wait to see both old friends and new faces! ๐
Hey everyone! Super excited to kick off the @southloopfarmersmarket Night Market next Thursday at @rcshops ! ๐
Weโll be serving up a mix of traditional Balkan treats and tasty Dubai chocolates. Canโt wait to see both old friends and new faces! ๐
๐ Welcome to my Weekend Baking Chronicles ๐
I love experimenting with new recipes whenever I have time. I feel a little cringe filming and seeing myself ๐ but itโs so cool to step out of your comfort zone, and Iโm excited to share it all with you here.
This Tarta de Santiago is absolutely beautiful, and I made it a couple of weeks ago to welcome my parents. Itโs an authentic Spanish dessert, and I love that itโs gluten free.
Hereโs a quick recipe for you, and Iโll be posting the full version on my website soon!
Tarta de Santiago (Spanish Almond Cake)
Ingredients:
250 g (2ยฝ cups) finely ground almonds
250 g (1ยผ cups) granulated sugar
5 large eggs
Zest of 1 lemon
ยฝ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Butter (for greasing the pan)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 175ยฐC (350ยฐF) and grease a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan.
In a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale and thickened.
2. Add lemon zest and cinnamon (if using), and mix.
3. Fold in ground almonds until fully combined.
4. Pour batter into the pan and bake for 30โ35 minutes, or until golden.
5. Let cool, then dust with powdered sugar.
6. Optionally, use a St. James cross stencil for decoration!
Enjoy this perfect slice of Spain! ๐ฐ๐ช๐ธ
#TartaDeSantiago #AlmondTart #traditionaldesserts
๐ Welcome to my Weekend Baking Chronicles ๐
I love experimenting with new recipes whenever I have time. I feel a little cringe filming and seeing myself ๐ but itโs so cool to step out of your comfort zone, and Iโm excited to share it all with you here.
This Tarta de Santiago is absolutely beautiful, and I made it a couple of weeks ago to welcome my parents. Itโs an authentic Spanish dessert, and I love that itโs gluten free.
Hereโs a quick recipe for you, and Iโll be posting the full version on my website soon!
Tarta de Santiago (Spanish Almond Cake)
Ingredients:
250 g (2ยฝ cups) finely ground almonds
250 g (1ยผ cups) granulated sugar
5 large eggs
Zest of 1 lemon
ยฝ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Butter (for greasing the pan)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 175ยฐC (350ยฐF) and grease a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan.
In a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale and thickened.
2. Add lemon zest and cinnamon (if using), and mix.
3. Fold in ground almonds until fully combined.
4. Pour batter into the pan and bake for 30โ35 minutes, or until golden.
5. Let cool, then dust with powdered sugar.
6. Optionally, use a St. James cross stencil for decoration!
Enjoy this perfect slice of Spain! ๐ฐ๐ช๐ธ
#TartaDeSantiago #AlmondTart #traditionaldesserts
All the good stuff goes into our Dubai Chocolate Bar ๐
Weโre continuing to make it healthier, tastier, and better for you!
#dubaichocolate #guiltfreeindulgence #betterchocolate
All the good stuff goes into our Dubai Chocolate Bar ๐
Weโre continuing to make it healthier, tastier, and better for you!
#dubaichocolate #guiltfreeindulgence #betterchocolate
First time popping up at a wellness studio - and it was such a fun experience! Iโm grateful for every opportunity to be surrounded by individuals committed to growth and becoming better every day.
Monthly Sunday Sessions at INA are a must - definitely treat yourself to one of their events!
Thank you @sireen_chacra_, @carmilla_k, and @inachicago team for having me ๐ธ
First time popping up at a wellness studio - and it was such a fun experience! Iโm grateful for every opportunity to be surrounded by individuals committed to growth and becoming better every day.
Monthly Sunday Sessions at INA are a must - definitely treat yourself to one of their events!
Thank you @sireen_chacra_, @carmilla_k, and @inachicago team for having me ๐ธ
New dessert obsession. Dubai strawberries ๐๐ซ @amazonica.official
And take me back to F1 event! Exilearrating races, delicious food and great entertainment.
Until next time ๐ดโค๏ธ
New dessert obsession. Dubai strawberries ๐๐ซ @amazonica.official
And take me back to F1 event! Exilearrating races, delicious food and great entertainment.
Until next time ๐ดโค๏ธ
Guys! We`re beyond excited to get our hands on @brookibakehouse`s cookbook! Check out our TikTok for the full video and grab your own copy on @amazon ๐ช๐ฐ๐ง
#brookibakehouse #bakewithus
Guys! We`re beyond excited to get our hands on @brookibakehouse`s cookbook! Check out our TikTok for the full video and grab your own copy on @amazon ๐ช๐ฐ๐ง
#brookibakehouse #bakewithus
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