(7 Feb) Rotary Club Sofia International Explores Terroir at Their 16th Regular Meeting (+GAL)

Posted in News and Events. Written by Grant Dale on February 10th, 2024

The Rotary Club Sofia International convened its 7th of February meeting, marking the 16th regular meeting of the Rotarian year. The gathering brought together 13 Rotarians and guests, representing diverse backgrounds and countries. The venue for this memorable occasion was the Terroir Wine Shop, nestled within the Park Center shopping center in the Bulgarian capital.

The event was nothing short of remarkable, characterized by warm fellowship and engaging conversations. As we relaxed during this bustling time of year, the location itself added to the experience. Our heartfelt gratitude extends to our Secretary, Ani Hristova, for orchestrating this meeting, and a special acknowledgement goes to our gracious host, Liliya Krasteva—an exceptionally talented entrepreneur and businesswoman.

Terroir, a recent venture by Lili, represents the first of many locations. Within its walls, 500 Bulgarian wines, meticulously handpicked by Lili, share space with an array of natural gourmet products sourced from small Bulgarian and Italian farmers and producers. The culinary journey included indulging in white cheese crafted by a grandmother who tends to 100 goats.

Historian and club member Bo Stefanov eloquently reminded us that the roots of viticulture and winemaking trace back to the Plain of Thrace in Bulgaria. Even the biblical Book of Thessalonians alludes to the Hellenic people’s eagerness to savor wines from our fertile lands.

This evening left an indelible mark—an epic experience and an absolute pleasure. As we look ahead to the remainder of the Rotarian year, we remain committed to our mission: Creating Hope in the World, both at home and across the globe.

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