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SNAPSHOT
Christmas in Sofia sees a whole host of festive events. The International Book Fair (2-6 December) reminds residents of their literary side, while film festival Cinemania hits the National Palace of Culture in November.
FROM AIRPORT TO CITY
Use our P-AIR shuttle bus service between Sofia Airport and any address in Sofia downtown and vice versa. The cost is €7 and €14 return.
FOOD
Trikrakoto Pile
ul. Denkoglu 3, +359 (0)2 986 2653 The “Three-legged Chicken” serves up a wealth of tasty chicken dishes. Traditional décor and an informal atmosphere make it a winner, with mains from 6-12 levove (€3-6).
Tabiet
ul. Kiril 1 and ul. Metodiy, +359 (0)2 983 3131, www.tabiet.com Generous portions of hearty local food in this fun local restaurant. Lamb main courses from 16 levove (€9).
FRIENDS
Motto
ul. Asakov 18, +359 (0)2 987 2723 As one of Sofia’s new style bars Motto doesn’t disappoint, with high bar stools, white décor and fabulous cocktails. Expect hordes of well-dressed locals.
Upstairs
bul. Vitosha 18a, +359 (0)2 989 9696, www.uno-sofia.com Skip the glamorous dining option – with a view over Vitosha it’s a great place to relax with a hot chocolate and watch the Christmas shopping.
INSIDER TIP
Bulgaria lays claim to the world’s healthiest yoghurt. The kiseolo mlyako has a strain of beneficial bacteria found only in this country, so sufferers of a slow digestive transit should stock up.
Words Catherine Quinn
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