Peipsi Food Street 175 km

Peipsi Food Street 175 km is the annual "Peipsi Food" festival in August, which celebrates the traditional food and culture of the Peipsi region. It follows the coastline of Lake Peipus from Vasknarva to Setomaa, Estonia. A total of 39 two-day pop-up restaurants will be opened on August 17 from 11 am to 9 pm and on August 18 from 11 am to 5 pm.

During the festival, various restaurants, communities and local producers offer their specialties. This creates a diverse range of offerings and allows visitors to experience the local cuisine and culture in a unique and authentic way. The Peipsi region is known for its diverse agriculture, fishing, and forestry, so visitors can expect to find a range of fresh and delicious ingredients on their plates. In addition to classic dishes, the festival also offers new and creative takes on local cuisine.
With so many different homes and restaurants participating in the festival, visitors will have a wide variety of options to choose from. Whether you prefer the cozy and intimate atmosphere of a home-based meal or the more formal setting of a restaurant, there’s something for everyone.
The festival provides an opportunity for visitors to learn about the history and culture of the region, as well as to interact with locals and gain a deeper understanding of their way of life.
Google map with the festival’s participating places:
https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1IEdherxjnIV0K6LDTwdCDDqHENAG1go&usp=sharing

“Peipsi Toidu Tänav 175 km” is part of the European Capital of Culture Tartu 2024 main program and is supported by the South Estonian Community Program together with Leader groups.
This year is special and, as a novelty, you can take part in the workshops held by different chefs during the festival. A good opportunity to learn more about the local food culture and get inspiration for new recipes and cooking methods.

17th August open workshops at 12-16:
🔹Mustvee, Laidi PereResto -Taigo Lepik, Chef de Cuisine – Office of the President.
🔹Põldmaa, Maitseelamuse Koda- Emmanuel Wille, Chef de Cuisine- Olde Hansa and Chef’s Manu DoubleDecker.
🔹Kavastu parv- Henari Nõu, Chef de Cuisine- Estonian National Museum restaurant “Pööripäev”.

If you want to grab a bite or need a place to stay, see what the Tartu 2024 hospitality network offers in the area: https://tartu2024.ee/recommendations-peipsiaare