When the temperatures drop and the evenings get longer, Romania turns to one of its most beloved comfort foods: Zacusca.
Made from roasted eggplants, peppers and tomatoes, this deeply flavorful spread tastes like slow cooking, family kitchens and recipes that have existed for decades. Zacusca is rich, smoky and incredibly versatile. Spread it on warm bread, pair it with cheese, add it to charcuterie or enjoy it as a quick autumn snack.
It’s the type of product that doesn’t need anything fancy to shine – authenticity is its strength. In late November, when people crave warmth and nostalgia, Zacusca feels like a small celebration of everything we love about home-cooked food.
