Hungry for a real taste of Romania? Let’s dive into a dish that’s not just a meal, it’s a revelation: varza calita cu carnati fripti and mamaliga cu smantana. This isn’t just food; it’s a hearty embrace from a Romanian grandmother you never knew you had. Imagine a pot of varza calita simmering away, the cabbage stewing slowly in its own juices, mingling with rich, smoky flavors of fried sausages, a hint of garlic, a whisper of caraway. It’s a dish that speaks of long, cold winters and the warmth