Skuhna is a social business initiative empowering migrants by providing them with training and work opportunities while bridging the information gap between the local populace and migrant communities through cultural and educational activities.
It had been a long day of exploring Slovenia; Bled castle and Lake, Vintgar Gorge and Ljubljana city and Castle. Big Berry with the help of Visit Ljubljana had arranged for us bloggers to experience Ljubljana and explore the hidden beauties of the city. We started exploring the aforementioned areas after my arrival at Ljubljana airport around 11am and it wasn’t until 5-6pm that we sat down to have our long-awaited lunch.
Don’t get me wrong, Big Berry didn’t starve us, we had stopped in Bled to try out Bled cake called Kremna Rezina and it was absolutely delicious.
Locating Skuhna was no easy feat as it is slightly hidden from the hustling and bustling of the restaurants and shops facing the Ljubljana river, instead you can locate it by finding perśern square and it’s 5 minutes walk to the restaurant. We visited Skuhna on a Thursday night, usually on Thursday around 7pm they have debate night called Skuhna talk but unfortunately due to other events happening there was no debate that night so we couldn’t participate in this forum. One thing I loved about Skuhna is that they change menus daily – when we arrived its Indian night. The menus are replicated every week (dedicate a meal to a specific country) but not repeated during the week i.e if Monday is Slovenian means Slovenia meal won’t be served again across the week. This way you get to experience different and authentic cuisines from around the world.
The menus always take the design of; starter – Soup (there is a choice of soup), Main dish (vegan option available) with side: rice, salad or bread. Sweets – desserts (from the country of the day)
Skuhna – means world cuisine (the Slovenian way).
The business was opened 2 years ago but has been running independently as a restaurant for a year now. As mentioned above it is a social business, the only establishment supporting immigrants in Slovenia and helping to connect immigrants together with the locals by teaching them skills that help them to get hired in other jobs in Slovenia.
They participate in cooking shows (Friday) in the city centre which is doing really well and supporting the restaurant business.The business also offers Student discount – students get coupons which they use to pay half price in restaurants in Ljubljana.
The restaurant was quite upon our arrival due to activities happening in the city (it was the world silk day), we had the pleasure of having the chef to ourselves and our host was very welcoming. We got to meet one of the owners of Skuhna restaurant who gave us a brief introduction of Skuhna and it’s purpose in Slovenia. As it was Indian night, I knew I needed a masala or sort but then figured I needed to try something new. Unfortunately I was too hungry to take pictures, it had been a long day after all and though the food didn’t take long to be prepared and served it was long enough for my hungry self.
The atmosphere in the restaurant is relaxing, we sat and chatted for a couple of hours before we moved on to our next adventure on the long list of things Big Berry had kindly arranged for us to visit to get the full experience of Slovenia. It was an amazing adventure exploring Slovenia and tasting some indian dishes served with Slovenia love. Thank you Big Berry for arranging this visit to Skuhna restaurant and thanks Skuhna for the warm welcome and delicious foods.
If you’re ever in Ljubljana and looking for a nice cosy restaurant with delicious tasting food then look no further than Skuhna. Find them on: Facebook and check out their website.
-Joan Cajic says
So jealous of our travels, I need to start planning some few trips too. Slovenia looks and sounds beautiful and fun.
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says
I absolutely love Slovenia – Ljubljana is one of my favourite cities! So stunning 🙂
Miranda says
It is so stunning, I can’t seem to get enough of it
Rosana @ Hot&CHilli Food and Travel Blog says
that sounds a great initiative and good to know the food is good too. R
Miranda says
It is, thanks for stopping by
samantha rickelton says
I love the sound of this place – it sounds really authentic x
Miranda says
It is and I just love the initiative and creativity
Anca says
It sounds amazing. I’m doing a Taste the World challenge, cooking a meal from every part of the world, although I didn’t get the chance of cooking so much in the last months. This restaurant would be perfect for me, to get inspiration.
Miranda says
What a lovely challenge and yes the restaurant would just amazing I think
Rachel says
It looks and sounds like you had an amazing time and I love the decor in this place x
Miranda says
I did thank you Rachel, it was wonderful
Hannah says
This looks like a lovely restaurant – I would love to go one day soon x
Miranda says
It is awesome restaurant
tanya brannan says
What a fabulous concept! And certainly a great way of melding cultures and cuisines together. I would love to give it a go x
Miranda says
Absolutely, it’s a great initiative
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
It sounds like a great place! I have always wanted to go to Slovenia.
Miranda says
You should it’s an amazing place
Fashion and Style Police says
I love the sound of the menu. The food sounds good.
Miranda says
Even without pictures of the food the menu still sounds amazing due to the variety of it all
Julie Wright says
I loved visiting Slovenia, Ljubljana is just a lovely city, not like most capitals at all 🙂
But this sound like a great place to visit, when I am next in ljb!
Miranda says
I agree it’s not like other capitals (in a good way). I can not wait to go back
Ickle Pickle says
This looks such a great place, and what a brilliant concept too. Kaz x
Miranda says
Yes, its an amazing restaurant and great initiative
Olivia Thristan says
Looks like such a lovely place to visit, I would love to go one day 🙂 x
Miranda says
It’s an amazing place
Laura says
Great that there’s a vegan option available, it’s good that special diets are gaining more recognition.
Miranda says
So true, I was impressed by that too as slowly all the restaurants are making sure a vegan option is available
Claire says
I’ve done the ‘eat before pics’ thing before as well -sometimes hunger just comes first, right?
Miranda says
Absolutely, hunger took control and I have no regrets lol. This just means I should go back and try the food again
Jessica says
Shukna’s initiatives are just great. I love how they do each thru creative cuisines. 🙂
Miranda says
I agree, it’s such a great initiative and a worthy cause
Liz Mays says
It’s awesome that you were able to check this place out. It’s cool that one of the owners came out to meet you guys!
Miranda says
It sure was and glad we met one of the owners
LaaLaa says
Loving the decor of this restaurant, I also like their stance on supporting immigrants. Haha, I know the feeling of being too hungry, pictures don’t even come to mind. x
Miranda says
Thanks luv
When hungry strikes forget being a blogger I am gonna eat first and think later about pictures
Jess says
I love the idea of this, what a fab enterprise and a great way to experience different cultures! <3
Miranda says
So true and thanks Jess
Lilinha says
What a lovely place! We would love to visit and explore Slovenia! 🙂
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Miranda says
You should definitely
Harriet from Toby & Roo says
Oohh what a lovely restaurant – I love a good relaxing vibe when I’m on holiday 🙂
Miranda says
Same and I loved this restaurant and everything they do