Klub Knjizevnika: Revamping the tradition
There are not so many places left in Belgrade that have kept its authenticity and level.
Klub knjizevnika or Writers' club in its original meaning used to gather crème de la crème of Belgrade society, and was considered a well known meeting place of many social, cultural and political debates.
Its cuisine was never too posh or too ambitious, but was always sublime in its realness and taste, and was mainly Austrian influenced.
The times have changed. So as the audience. So as the owner.
Unlimitedly charismatic and energetic person nicknamed Buda who represented the very heart of the place passed away a few years ago, leaving behind a plentiful legacy to the new patrons.
Till this day, Klub knjizevnika has kept on living, while being dressed in a more modern costume.
Today you might not see so many intellectual faces around, but you can still order a plate size Weiner schnitzel, a hearty veal soup, lamb chops cooked in milk, traditional sour cabbage rolls called "sarma", and most likely finish your meal with the most famous dessert this place has been known for.
A light but very dominant creme pâtissier, flawlessly balanced in flavors and craftily made, placed in between two puffed dough layers and sprinkled with sugar powder.
As per tradition, the cream cake is always served as 2 pieces, so if you are more than one person do not even think of ordering one dessert each - sharing has been caring at this restaurant for almost 100 years.
While speaking of the tradition, we shouldn't forget these wholesome green rolls, which once served at the revamped Klub knjizevnika, get a bit of besciamella on a side (not at all the original way of doing).
