Romanian cheeses, artisan bread, chocolate and preserves come together at Artisan Food Market from 16 to 18 October 2026, at the National Library of Romania. The thirteenth edition moves to a larger venue on Bulevardul Unirii, with three days of tastings, producer presentations and shopping.
For visitors interested in Romanian food, the appeal is meeting the people behind the products. You can ask about ingredients, discover how something is made and choose a few local flavours to take home.
Discover Romanian Artisan Food and Drink
The market brings together fresh and matured cheeses, bread and pastries, honey, cured meats, jams, zacuscă, syrups, sauces and wines from boutique producers.
It offers a different perspective on the country’s food culture alongside the traditional Romanian dishes found on restaurant menus. Individual ingredients and small producers take centre stage, with opportunities to taste, compare, and buy directly.
Tastings and Producer Presentations
The programme combines presentations with guided tastings throughout the weekend.
Friday, 16 October, includes industry meetings, presentations and an afternoon tasting session with producers.
Saturday, 17 October, features:
- 12:00–12:30: Montana Laptele Naturii presentation.
- 13:00–14:00: Chilli Hills tasting, exploring ten levels of heat.
- 14:15–15:15: Kestar artisan chocolate and coffee presentation.
- 16:00–16:30: Ferma Noian presentation and cheese tasting.
- 17:00: Producer presentations and tastings.
Sunday, 18 October, includes:
- 12:00–12:45: Hoghilag cheese masterclass.
- 13:00–13:45: Ma.Iu artisan bakery presentation.
- 14:00–14:45: Livada Domniței fruit and vegetable products.
- 15:00–15:45: Măcelăria De la Bâlea presentation.
The Sarmale Museum Exhibition
The event also hosts a display from the Sarmale Museum (Muzeul Sarmalelor) project, developed by food journalist and writer Cosmin Dragomir.
More than a hundred exhibits explore the cultural life of stuffed rolls through books, packaging, promotional objects, artworks and other collected items. It is a chance to look beyond the plate at a dish familiar to many visitors from Romanian restaurant menus.
The exhibition has a separate 10 RON ticket, distinct from admission to Artisan Food Market.
Where, When and Admission
Where: National Library of Romania, Bulevardul Unirii 22, Bucharest.
When: 16–18 October 2026, 10:00–20:00 daily.
Admission:
- One day: 20 RON.
- Two days: 33 RON, valid on any two event days.
- Three days: 51 RON.
- Sarmale Museum exhibition: separate 10 RON ticket.
How to Get There
The National Library is on Bulevardul Unirii, within walking distance of Piața Unirii metro station. Combine the market with a walk through Bucharest Old Town before or after your visit.
