Milatović: "Krtolijada" in Kuči deserves stronger support from the state and municipality

The head of state, as announced by his office, attended an event today where 20 teams from different parts of Montenegro and the region tested their culinary skills in the preparation of one of the most recognizable dishes of Montenegrin cuisine - kačamak.

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Milatović with his wife at the Krtolijada Festival, Photo: Public Relations Office of the President of Montenegro
Milatović with his wife at the Krtolijada Festival, Photo: Public Relations Office of the President of Montenegro
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President of Montenegro Jakov Milatović attended the "Krtolijada" event in Kuči today and said that this event, which promotes local heritage and brings people together, deserves stronger institutional support.

Milatović, as announced by his office, attended an event today where 20 teams from different parts of Montenegro and the region tested their culinary skills in the preparation of one of the most recognizable dishes of Montenegrin cuisine - kačamak.

The statement states that this year's "Krtolijada" once again gathered a large number of citizens and guests, confirming the importance of preserving customs, heritage and values ​​that have represented an important part of the identity of Kuč for generations.

"With a rich cultural and artistic program and socializing, the event once again demonstrated the strength of togetherness for which this region is recognizable," the statement states.

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photo: Office for Public Relations of the President of Montenegro

Milatović said that he was glad to attend this event and support an initiative that promotes local heritage and brings people together.

"Because of the Kuči hospitality and the role that the Kuči played in the construction of modern Montenegro, which was immeasurable, I wanted to support this initiative with my presence. I think it is important that we support things like this. Food, people, sun, what more do we need," said Milatović.

Speaking about the significance of the event, Milatović emphasized that it deserves even stronger support in the years to come.

"Potato porridge is the foundation of Montenegrin cuisine. I think 'Krtolijada' is the right thing to do and it is important that the municipal authorities, and why not the state authorities, support this event with more financial resources next year. Kuči has given so much to Montenegro, and Montenegro has still not given them back in the right way," concluded Milatović.

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photo: Office for Public Relations of the President of Montenegro

He, as announced, spoke with the competitors, organizers and citizens, praising their contribution to preserving customs and nurturing values ​​that have represented an important part of the identity of Kuče and Montenegro for generations.

Milatović's office said that the second "Krtolijada" confirmed that events that bring people together around togetherness, work and mutual respect have a special value for Montenegro, contributing to the preservation of identity and the promotion of the wealth of local communities.

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