Quite a few countries have left a lasting mark on the culinary world when you think of the rich tradition of chocolate and chocolate making. While France, Belgium, and Switzerland are often spotlighted, Bashka Chocolatier proudly adds Bosnia and Herzegovina, specifically Sarajevo, to the roster of esteemed craft chocolate makers in Europe and beyond.
But Bashka isn’t just any chocolate brand. Bashka is a family legacy meticulously crafted by Merjem and Tarik Hamzic. “Fueled by a passion for chocolate, we’ve reshaped our daily routines to offer chocolate enthusiasts a unique and delightful craft chocolate experience.” The Hamzic’s write.
Fueled by a passion for chocolate, we’ve reshaped our daily routines to offer chocolate enthusiasts a unique and delightful craft chocolate experience.
The commitment to quality is evident in every bite. Bashka’s chocolate, devoid of cheaper alternatives, is a testament to the couple’s dedication. “We, as chocolatiers, transform premium chocolate mixtures into exquisite creations, ensuring each piece is a unique blend of appearance and taste. Enriched with carefully selected additions like nuts, freeze-dried berries, fruits, edible flower petals, coffee beans, and cocoa beans, Bashka is more than a treat; it’s an experience for the senses.”
Embodying sophistication and minimalism inspired by nature, Bashka’s aesthetics are reflected in its simple yet elegant design.
The minimally stylish and contemporary packaging of the chocolate translates the idealogy of the brand and its makers into a physical product. Focusing on high-quality materials and letting the chocolate inside do the talking. “To complement our extraordinary products, we sought out Munken Pure, an uncoated smooth paper for packaging that resonates with the uniqueness of our offerings. Bashka, meaning “special like no other,” demands equally extraordinary packaging.”
To complement our extraordinary products, we sought out Munken Pure, an uncoated smooth paper for packaging that resonates with the uniqueness of our offerings. Bashka, meaning “special like no other.
The Sustainable and natural nature of this design paper is covered with compliance to standards that we find important like FSC, PEFC, EU Ecolabel, Nordic Ecolabelled printing, Food contact, Age resistant (ISO 9706), Woodfree, Cradle to Cradle Certified®. Munken is exclusively available at Europapier Group.
Munken Pure cream white shade and smooth surface lend distinctive features to the branding elements on Bashkas’s chocolate packaging, offering an exclusive and authentically genuine appeal. Designed for offset print and compatible with various printing techniques and crafty applications like embossing, lettering, and stamping, Munken Pure’s flexibility aligns with the brand’s ethos as a small, artisanal producer catering to limited editions.
“In crafting our product packaging, designer superstars Ajna Zlatar and Ervin Petriševac, alongside the invaluable contributions of packaging artisans Muamer Karić and Zdenko Petriševac, played pivotal roles.” Collaborating on the design of special limited editions to highlight extraordinary women from Bosnia and Herzegovina #ŽeneBiH’s Amila Hrustić and Articoolisan’s Edin Bešlić, were instrumental contributors. Sarajevo-based Chalk Studio and Aida Redžepagić are the masterminds behind the captivating photos attached.
Bashka is more than chocolate; it’s a celebration of artistry, craftsmanship, and a commitment to offering a one-of-a-kind chocolate experience.
Images © Chalk Studio and Aida Redžepagić