Market-to-table class that starts at the Central Market, followed by a boat ride to Livada Inn for a four-course cooking lesson.
The sLOVEnia EAT Market and Cooking Class at Livada Inn is a market-to-table experience listed through Visit Ljubljana and operated by sLOVEnia EAT. It begins in Ljubljana at the Central Market beside the Ljubljanica river, where participants meet their host and tour the stalls to choose ingredients. A boat trip along the Ljubljanica then carries the group to Livada Inn, a venue outside the city centre, with the journey taking about 20 minutes each way. At Livada Inn, participants take a hands-on lesson in preparing a traditional four-course Slovenian menu, then eat the results. The experience is offered daily at 9:30AM and 5:30PM year-round and lasts about four to five hours in total, making it one of the longer food activities in the central Slovenia region. The menu is built around four courses, so the balance covers starters and mains as well as a sweet finish, and the lesson is accompanied by a presentation of Slovenian cuisine and some entertainment. Included in the price are the guided visit to the Central Market, the return boat trip, the cooking lesson, and the food and drinks served during the session. Hotel transfers and anything beyond the included food and drink are not part of the package. The format is a shared group class led in English, and the pace combines walking at the market, a relaxed river journey and a longer cooking and dining session. Dietary requirements such as vegetarian or allergy needs should be raised with the operator when booking so the market shopping and menu can be adapted. The listing does not publish a price on the page used here, so current rates should be confirmed on the Visit Ljubljana tour page. The class suits visitors who want a full-day style immersion in local ingredients, riverside scenery and home-style Slovenian cooking.
| Price | €€€ |
|---|---|
| Duration | About 4-5 hours |
What is included
- Guided visit to the Central Market to buy ingredients
- Return boat trip on the Ljubljanica to Livada Inn (about 20 minutes each way)
- Hands-on lesson on a traditional four-course menu
- Food and drinks, entertainment and a presentation of Slovenian cuisine
Good to know
- Operator
- sLOVEnia EAT (Visit Ljubljana listing)
Location
46.0510, 14.5077 View on map
Highlights
- Guided shopping visit to Ljubljana's Central Market
- Return boat trip on the Ljubljanica river to Livada Inn
- Hands-on preparation of a traditional four-course Slovenian menu
- Food, drinks and a presentation of Slovenian cuisine included
- Morning and evening departures every day of the year
Tips for visiting
- Choose between the 9:30AM and 5:30PM departures depending on whether a lunch or dinner meal suits better.
- Allow four to five hours; the boat trip and four-course meal make this a long session.
- Notify the operator of dietary restrictions when booking so market purchases can be adjusted.
- Wear closed shoes and layers for the market and the river journey.
- Confirm the current price on the Visit Ljubljana tour page before booking.
When to visit
Available year-round; the 5:30PM departure offers a river trip in softer light in warmer months, while the 9:30AM class catches the Central Market at its liveliest.
Accessibility
The experience involves market walking, boarding a boat and kitchen work, so access varies at each stage. Visitors with mobility needs should contact the operator before booking.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the sLOVEnia EAT class include?
It includes a guided Central Market visit, a return boat trip to Livada Inn, a four-course cooking lesson, and food and drinks.
When does it run?
Departures are daily at 9:30AM and 5:30PM year-round.
How long does the experience take?
It takes about four to five hours, including roughly 20 minutes by boat each way.
Where does the class meet?
Participants start at the Central Market in Ljubljana by the Ljubljanica river.
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sLOVEnia EAT Market and Cooking Class at Livada Inn
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