DARGUŽIAI. Begin your journey in the village of Dargužiai, known for its cheeses, by visiting the Sūrininkai Dargužiuose (Cheesemakers of Dargužiai). There, you can taste a variety of cheeses made from goat and cow milk, each with unique flavors and aromas.

PAMERKIAI. A stop at the “Grikutis” homestead will immerse you in the traditional world of buckwheat – a staple of Dzūkija’s culture. Taste traditional buckwheat dishes and learn about the buckwheat’s journey from sowing to your plate.

MARCINKONYS. At the ethnographic homestead-museum of the Dzūkija National Park Directorate, you’ll have the chance to try a wide range of Dzūkija's snacks and hearty dishes. Don’t miss the delicious cheeses from the “Varinis puodas” creamery in Kabeliai village.

KAPINIŠKĖS. Finish your trip at the homestead of Lina Černiauskienė, where you’ll enjoy dishes beloved by people from Dzūkija: nettle soup, buckwheat porridge, mushroom stew, and even traditional buckwheat babka. You’ll also hear fascinating stories about the simple yet very inventive Dzūkija cuisine.