In the quiet village of Potoci near Mostar, a remarkable seed has been planted—both literally and metaphorically.
Nestled within the serene grounds of the Franciscan School Sisters’ monastery, Bosnia and Herzegovina’s first olive oil tasting room, Paxa House—Latin for “House of Peace”—has opened its doors.
Part tasting room, part cultural hub, this unique initiative offers more than just a sampling of the region’s finest, cold-pressed oils.
It’s a celebration of local craftsmanship, rural tourism, and ecological sustainability.
Visitors can taste and purchase small-batch oils unavailable in supermarkets, alongside a curated selection of artisanal products from local farmers.
The project is a stepping stone in establishing a future Olive Oil Route through Herzegovina, with Paxa House envisioned as the first of twelve planned stations.
As Bosnia pursues EU recognition for the geographic origin of its extra virgin oils, Paxa House stands as a hopeful beacon of what agrotourism—and peace—can grow when rooted in community.
