The embroidered pepper is a matter of identity for Macedonians

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Vezena pepper is an Indigenous Macedonian variety Credit: Robert ATANASOVSKI

"The embroidered pepper is unique and exists only in Macedonia and nowhere else in the world. As such, it should become a product with protected designation of origin," said professor of genetics and plant selection, Dr. Sonja Ivanovska.


Macedonian Makalo with embroidered peppers
Listen to the podcast to find out the recipe for this incredibly delicious traditional Macedonian dish called "Makalo" Credit: Robert ATANASOVSKI
Music by: Stefce Stojkovski

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