LUMBLIJA – IT’S WILL AND LOVE

Lumblija, a traditional yeast cake, tells a story of love, memory, and connection to one’s homeland. Its unique aroma is created through carefully selected ingredients like almonds, walnuts, oranges, lemons, and varenik – grape must syrup, which requires a long preparation process to produce Lumblija’s distinctive flavor.

Known as the “cake of remembrance,” Lumblija carries deep symbolism. Every year in early November, its scent brings a sense of nostalgia, binding people to their ancestors, family, and loved ones, even those far away or no longer with us. Lumblija is the first protected product in the Dubrovnik-Neretva region with a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI), and its production preserves the cultural heritage of Korčula.

Event Program:

Saturday, October 26, 2024, 6:00 PM 📍 Blato City Park

Join us at the main event dedicated to Lumblija and other island delicacies. Enjoy Lumblija tasting, as well as presentations of local dishes, sweets, and wines, featuring authentic products from Korčula and Pelješac, with quality labels recognized at the national and EU levels.

Sunday, October 27, 2024, 10:00 AM 📍 Plokata, Blato

At Blato’s Plokata, experience the long-standing tradition of blessing and tasting Lumblija. High school students from “Ivo Padovan” Blato will offer an opportunity to savor the unforgettable flavors of this cake.

Gastronomic workshops on Lumblija-making:

• November 7, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | OPG Mirošević
• November 14, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | OPG Protić Sanja
• November 26, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Moja Nadalina jdoo
• December 3, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Konoba Zlinje Blato

Advance registration for the workshops is required at the Blato Tourist Office or via FB page Visit Blato Korčula.