🇦🇱 Located in the village of Fishtë, near Lezhë, Mrizi i Zanave is one of Albania’s most famous farm-to-table restaurants. Founded in 2010 by chef Altin Prenga, it has become an international ambassador of Albanian gastronomy by reviving traditional recipes with locally sourced ingredients.
The menu celebrates authentic Albanian cuisine, featuring specialties such as layered Albanian pancakes (flija), traditional savory pie (lakror), baked lamb with yogurt (tavë kosi), traditional baked clay-pot casserole (tavë dheu), slow-cooked kid goat and lamb, free-range chicken, locally raised beef, homemade sausages, fresh river fish, seasonal mushrooms, organic vegetables, and handmade pasta.
Guests can also enjoy a wide selection of artisan cheeses, homemade yogurt, fresh butter, cured meats, farm eggs, traditional bread baked in wood-fired ovens, locally produced olive oil, honey, jams, wild herbs, and desserts made with fresh milk, figs, walnuts, and seasonal fruits.
The restaurant follows the philosophy “Think Globally, Eat Locally,” sourcing nearly all ingredients from local farmers, vineyards, and its own gardens. The menu changes with the seasons to showcase the freshest produce available.
Surrounded by vineyards, orchards, and peaceful countryside, Mrizi i Zanave has become one of the Balkans’ most renowned culinary destinations, attracting visitors from around the world to experience the authentic flavors of Albania.
