The 825-Year Bite: Riga Highlights Anniversary Year with a “Vecrīga” Comeback

The Editors, 05.05.2026

As Riga celebrates its 825th anniversary year, the spotlight at the “Riga Taste Festival” is not on fine-dining theatrics, but on something far more familiar: the “Vecrīga” pastry.

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Named after the city’s Old Town, this classic choux filled with sweet curd cream is getting a fresh update across Riga. Bakeries and chefs are adapting the traditional recipe — lighter textures, less sugar, sharper flavours—turning a nostalgic staple into something that fits today’s menus.

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