The roots of Ladin cuisine

Between the Dolomite valleys and sunny slopes, Ladin cuisine is born from the mountains and their centuries-old traditions. It is a simple yet intense cuisine, telling stories of community, patient work, and deep connections with the land. Every ingredient—from flour to potatoes, milk and butter to cheeses aged in alpine huts, and from wild herbs to traditionally preserved meats—carries a piece of the Dolomites’ culture and identity.

Typical Ladin dishes are a true expression of authenticity and genuine flavors. Among the most iconic specialties are canederli (or balotes in Ladin), soft dumplings made of stale bread, speck, and cheese, served in broth or with melted butter and chives. Each family preserves its own recipe, passed down as a treasured secret from generation to generation.

Turtres, thin pancakes filled with spinach, ricotta, or sauerkraut, are also a must. Best enjoyed warm, perhaps sitting outdoors while admiring the peaks of the Dolomites.

Panicia, a rustic barley soup with vegetables and speck, warms body and soul during cold winter days, while Tyrolean goulash, reinterpreted with mountain flavors, surprises with its delicacy and depth, often served with steaming polenta.

Sweets also play a special role in Ladin cuisine: fortaes, small sweet pancakes that are crispy on the outside and soft inside, are served with sugar and blueberry jam or stewed apples. Apple strudel, fragrant and scented with cinnamon, is the perfect way to end a meal after a day spent among forests and trails.

Discover the flavors of Ütia de Börz

At Ütia de Börz, this culinary tradition still lives on. Every dish we bring to the table tells a story, made with simple, seasonal, and local ingredients, prepared with passion and respect for the roots. Tasting Ladin cuisine means slowing down, savoring each bite, and letting yourself be carried away by the aromas and flavors of the Dolomites.

Welcome to Ütia de Börz, where cuisine is a true journey into the history and culture of these valleys. Here, simplicity and authenticity become art, and every meal is an experience to share.