Skip to content
Browse our catalog · Online ordering opens soon · Visit us in San Jose or Alhambra
Free in-store pickup Β· San Jose & Alhambra Β· Free shipping over $175 | 🎁 New customer? Get 10% off your first order β†’
Free pickup Β· $175+ ships free | 🎁 Get 10% off β†’

About

Va-Va Premium Foods is a cornerstone brand for many who grew up enjoying the rich flavors of Macedonian cuisine. While they have a foot in the United States, their heart is firmly planted in North Macedonia, bringing authentic Balkan tastes to tables across the diaspora. They are particularly known for their robust range of pickled vegetables and creamy vegetable spreads, offering a taste of home that is both comforting and vibrant. Shoppers trust Va-Va for consistent quality and traditional recipes that evoke cherished memories.

What we carry

  • Pickled Vegetables: Gherkins, mixed pickles, hot peppers, cabbage
  • Vegetable Spreads: Ajvar (roasted red pepper and eggplant spread), mild ajvar, spicy ajvar, pinΔ‘ur (pepper and tomato spread)

Heritage & Philosophy

Va-Va Premium Foods is dedicated to preserving the rich culinary traditions of North Macedonia, focusing on time-honored recipes and quality ingredients. Their commitment to authentic taste ensures that each jar delivers a true Balkan experience.

What we love

  • Authentic Macedonian flavors
  • Wide range of traditional pickled vegetables
  • Beloved vegetable spreads like ajvar
  • Trusted by the Balkan diaspora

Regional roots

Va-Va Premium Foods represents the taste of home for many in the Balkan/Eastern European diaspora in California. Their ajvar and pickled goods are staples for family meals, holiday spreads, and everyday snacking, embodying the warmth and hospitality of Macedonian kitchens.

75 products
Original price $11.99 - Original price $11.99
Original price
$11.99
$11.99 - $11.99
Current price $11.99
907.0g | $1.32 / 100g

Va-Va Cannellini White Kidney Beans, Macedonian 907g (2lb)

in stock

Va-Va Cannellini White Kidney Beans β€” Macedonian-sourced dried beans in the household sack. Plump white kidney beans in the Va-Va Premium Foods pan...

View full details
Original price $11.99 - Original price $11.99
Original price
$11.99
$11.99 - $11.99
Current price $11.99
907.0g | $1.32 / 100g
Vegan
Original price $5.49 - Original price $5.49
Original price
$5.49
$5.49 - $5.49
Current price $5.49
200.0g | $2.75 / 100g

Va-Va Hard-Filled Strawberry Candy, Serbian 200g (7oz)

in stock

Savor the sweet, familiar taste of Va Va Strawberry Candy, a true taste of home! These delightful hard candies with their chewy strawberry center b...

View full details
Original price $5.49 - Original price $5.49
Original price
$5.49
$5.49 - $5.49
Current price $5.49
200.0g | $2.75 / 100g
Vegetarian
Original price $13.49 - Original price $13.49
Original price
$13.49
$13.49 - $13.49
Current price $13.49
500.0g | $2.70 / 100g

Va-Va Mild Ajvar Roasted Vegetable Spread, Macedonian Style 500g (1.1lb)

in stock

Va-Va's Delicatesse Mild β€” the special-recipe Macedonian mild. Slightly thicker mash, oil-finished to a glossier set, calibrated for the table that...

View full details
Original price $13.49 - Original price $13.49
Original price
$13.49
$13.49 - $13.49
Current price $13.49
500.0g | $2.70 / 100g
Original price $13.49 - Original price $13.49
Original price
$13.49
$13.49 - $13.49
Current price $13.49
480.0g | $2.81 / 100g

Va-Va Roasted Garlic in Seasoned Sunflower Oil, Macedonian 480g (16.9oz)

in stock

Va-Va's roasted garlic in seasoned sunflower oil β€” Macedonia's confit-style cloves, slow-roasted into deep umami sweetness. Spread on warm lepinja ...

View full details
Original price $13.49 - Original price $13.49
Original price
$13.49
$13.49 - $13.49
Current price $13.49
480.0g | $2.81 / 100g
Original price $3.99 - Original price $3.99
Original price
$3.99
$3.99 - $3.99
Current price $3.99
200.0g | $2.00 / 100g

Va-Va Hard Filled Candies Lemon & Orange, Macedonian 200g (7.1oz)

in stock

Va Va Premium Foods Hard Filled Candies Lemon And Orange offer a delightful citrus burst in every piece. These candies combine tangy lemon and swee...

View full details
Original price $3.99 - Original price $3.99
Original price
$3.99
$3.99 - $3.99
Current price $3.99
200.0g | $2.00 / 100g
Vegan
Original price $3.99 - Original price $3.99
Original price
$3.99
$3.99 - $3.99
Current price $3.99
200.0g | $2.00 / 100g

Va-Va Hard Filled Candies, Cherry Macedonian Candy 200g (7oz)

in stock

These hard candies offer a delightful burst of cherry flavor. Each piece provides a sweet and tangy experience that's perfect for a quick treat or ...

View full details
Original price $3.99 - Original price $3.99
Original price
$3.99
$3.99 - $3.99
Current price $3.99
200.0g | $2.00 / 100g
Original price $17.99 - Original price $17.99
Original price
$17.99
$17.99 - $17.99
Current price $17.99
2450.0g | $0.73 / 100g

Va-Va Tomato Peppers Stuffed with Cabbage, Macedonian Style 2.45kg (5.4lb)

in stock

These stuffed tomato peppers offer a delightful tangy and savory experience. Enjoy them as a vibrant appetizer or a refreshing side dish to complem...

View full details
Original price $17.99 - Original price $17.99
Original price
$17.99
$17.99 - $17.99
Current price $17.99
2450.0g | $0.73 / 100g
Original price $26.49 - Original price $26.49
Original price
$26.49
$26.49 - $26.49
Current price $26.49
2350.0g | $1.13 / 100g

Va-Va Mild Ajvar Roasted Red Pepper Spread, Macedonian Style 2.35kg (5.2lb)

in stock

Experience the authentic taste of roasted red peppers. This spread is perfect for sandwiches, pastas, or salads, and can also be grilled with steak...

View full details
Original price $26.49 - Original price $26.49
Original price
$26.49
$26.49 - $26.49
Current price $26.49
2350.0g | $1.13 / 100g
Original price $15.99 - Original price $15.99
Original price
$15.99
$15.99 - $15.99
Current price $15.99
2400.0g | $0.67 / 100g

Va-Va Pickled Cauliflower, Macedonian Style 2.4kg (5.3lb)

in stock

Discover the delightful tang of pickled cauliflower, a perfect blend of crispness and bright flavor. Enjoy these versatile pickled vegetables as a ...

View full details
Original price $15.99 - Original price $15.99
Original price
$15.99
$15.99 - $15.99
Current price $15.99
2400.0g | $0.67 / 100g
Original price $15.99 - Original price $15.99
Original price
$15.99
$15.99 - $15.99
Current price $15.99
2420.0g | $0.66 / 100g

Va-Va Green Tomato Pickles, Macedonian Style 2.42kg (5.3lb)

in stock

Savor the tart and tangy flavor of these delightful green tomatoes. Perfectly pickled, they offer a crisp bite and a burst of refreshing acidity. T...

View full details
Original price $15.99 - Original price $15.99
Original price
$15.99
$15.99 - $15.99
Current price $15.99
2420.0g | $0.66 / 100g
Original price $14.49 - Original price $14.49
Original price
$14.49
$14.49 - $14.49
Current price $14.49
980.0g | $1.48 / 100g

Va-Va Sarma Posna Vegan Cabbage Rolls, Macedonian Style 980g (2.2lb)

in stock

Experience the rich, savory taste of traditional Macedonian cuisine with these vegan cabbage rolls. Crafted for those who appreciate wholesome, fla...

View full details
Original price $14.49 - Original price $14.49
Original price
$14.49
$14.49 - $14.49
Current price $14.49
980.0g | $1.48 / 100g
Original price $8.49 - Original price $8.49
Original price
$8.49
$8.49 - $8.49
Current price $8.49
540.0g | $1.57 / 100g

Va-Va Roasted Pepper Macedonian Ajvar Spread 540g (1.2lb)

in stock

Enjoy the smoky, sweet flavor of fire-roasted red peppers. These fillets are versatile, perfect for enhancing pasta dishes, grilled meats, or simpl...

View full details
Original price $8.49 - Original price $8.49
Original price
$8.49
$8.49 - $8.49
Current price $8.49
540.0g | $1.57 / 100g
Original price $7.49 - Original price $7.49
Original price
$7.49
$7.49 - $7.49
Current price $7.49
900.0g | $0.83 / 100g

Va-Va Red Cabbage Salad, Macedonian Pickled Vegetables 900g (2lb)

in stock

Experience the vibrant, tangy crunch of Mediterranean Red Cabbage Salad. This salad offers a refreshing and zesty flavor profile, perfect for brigh...

View full details
Original price $7.49 - Original price $7.49
Original price
$7.49
$7.49 - $7.49
Current price $7.49
900.0g | $0.83 / 100g
Original price $13.49 - Original price $13.49
Original price
$13.49
$13.49 - $13.49
Current price $13.49
1450.0g | $0.93 / 100g

Va-Va Cherry Peppers Mediterranean Hot Peppers, Macedonian 1.45kg (3.2lb)

in stock

Macedonia's cherry pepper in Va-Va's family-size pour β€” small round red peppers, brined sweet-hot, jewel-bright in the jar. Crisp skin, juicy flesh...

View full details
Original price $13.49 - Original price $13.49
Original price
$13.49
$13.49 - $13.49
Current price $13.49
1450.0g | $0.93 / 100g
Vegan
Original price $12.99 - Original price $12.99
Original price
$12.99
$12.99 - $12.99
Current price $12.99
520.0g | $2.50 / 100g

Va-Va Hot Ajvar Macedonian Vegetable Spread 520g (1.1lb)

in stock

Va-Va's Macedonian hot ajvar β€” the Δ‡evapi-side jar. Fire-roasted kapija pepper mash with chili calibrated to wake the palate, not burn it. The Va-V...

View full details
Original price $12.99 - Original price $12.99
Original price
$12.99
$12.99 - $12.99
Current price $12.99
520.0g | $2.50 / 100g
Vegan
Original price $15.99 - Original price $15.99
Original price
$15.99
$15.99 - $15.99
Current price $15.99
2400.0g | $0.67 / 100g

Va-Va Somborka & Carrots Pickled Macedonian Vegetables 2.4kg (5.3lb)

in stock

Macedonia's somborka-and-carrots from Va-Va β€” long red somborka peppers with carrot batons in a sharp vinegar brine. Snap-firm, sweet-pepper, brine...

View full details
Original price $15.99 - Original price $15.99
Original price
$15.99
$15.99 - $15.99
Current price $15.99
2400.0g | $0.67 / 100g
Vegan
Original price $15.99 - Original price $15.99
Original price
$15.99
$15.99 - $15.99
Current price $15.99
1650.0g | $0.97 / 100g

Va-Va Tomato Peppers Stuffed with Cabbage, Macedonian Style 1.65kg (3.6lb)

in stock

Macedonia's tomato peppers stuffed with cabbage from Va-Va in the family-host jar β€” the sarma-cousin pour for the Christmas Eve table. Round sweet-...

View full details
Original price $15.99 - Original price $15.99
Original price
$15.99
$15.99 - $15.99
Current price $15.99
1650.0g | $0.97 / 100g
Vegan
Original price $8.49 - Original price $8.49
Original price
$8.49
$8.49 - $8.49
Current price $8.49
580.0g | $1.46 / 100g

Va-Va Fig Extra Jam, Macedonian Fruit Spread 580g (20.5oz)

in stock

Vava's fig extra jam is a taste of Mediterranean sun, bringing rich sweetness to any dish. It’s superb on freshly baked bread or alongside a cheese...

View full details
Original price $8.49 - Original price $8.49
Original price
$8.49
$8.49 - $8.49
Current price $8.49
580.0g | $1.46 / 100g
Vegan
Original price $11.99 - Original price $11.99
Original price
$11.99
$11.99 - $11.99
Current price $11.99
900.0g | $1.33 / 100g

Va-Va Fresh Fig Fruit Preserve, Macedonian Style 900g (2lb)

in stock

Va-Va fresh fig fruit preserve in the family-host jar β€” Macedonia's whole-fig syrup preserve, sweet-soft and honey-amber. Glossy-tender, fig-deep, ...

View full details
Original price $11.99 - Original price $11.99
Original price
$11.99
$11.99 - $11.99
Current price $11.99
900.0g | $1.33 / 100g
Vegan
Original price $13.49 - Original price $13.49
Original price
$13.49
$13.49 - $13.49
Current price $13.49
1550.0g | $0.87 / 100g

Va-Va Green Cocktail Pickled Vegetables, Macedonian Style 1.55kg (3.4lb)

in stock

Va-Va's green cocktail β€” Macedonia's gherkin-forward mixed pickle, all green peppers and small cucumbers in a sharp vinegar brine. Snap-firm, brine...

View full details
Original price $13.49 - Original price $13.49
Original price
$13.49
$13.49 - $13.49
Current price $13.49
1550.0g | $0.87 / 100g
Original price $11.99 - Original price $11.99
Original price
$11.99
$11.99 - $11.99
Current price $11.99
540.0g | $2.22 / 100g

Va-Va Malijano Roasted Eggplant Spread, Macedonian 540g (19oz)

in stock

Va-Va Malijano β€” Macedonia's eggplant-forward spread. Roasted eggplant carries the body, kapija pepper rides minority, oil finishes the gloss. Ajva...

View full details
Original price $11.99 - Original price $11.99
Original price
$11.99
$11.99 - $11.99
Current price $11.99
540.0g | $2.22 / 100g
Vegan
Original price $15.99 - Original price $15.99
Original price
$15.99
$15.99 - $15.99
Current price $15.99
2400.0g | $0.67 / 100g

Va-Va Somoborka Fillets, Macedonian Pickled Vegetables 2.4kg (5.3lb)

in stock

Va-Va's somborka fillets β€” Macedonia's long red somborka pepper sliced into ribbons, brined sharp, snap-firm. Bright vinegar, sweet-pepper undernea...

View full details
Original price $15.99 - Original price $15.99
Original price
$15.99
$15.99 - $15.99
Current price $15.99
2400.0g | $0.67 / 100g
Vegan
Original price $20.49 - Original price $20.49
Original price
$20.49
$20.49 - $20.49
Current price $20.49
1900.0g | $1.08 / 100g

Va-Va Cabbage Leaves, Macedonian Pickled 1.9kg (4.2lb)

in stock

Va-va Premium Foods Cabbage Leaves are the foundation for the beloved sarma, a culinary centerpiece. These perfectly soured leaves are essential fo...

View full details
Original price $20.49 - Original price $20.49
Original price
$20.49
$20.49 - $20.49
Current price $20.49
1900.0g | $1.08 / 100g
Vegetarian
Original price $20.49 - Original price $20.49
Original price
$20.49
$20.49 - $20.49
Current price $20.49
2400.0g | $0.85 / 100g

Va-Va Gherkins Extra Class Baby Pickles Macedonian 2.4kg (5.3lb)

in stock

Macedonia's baby gherkins in Va-Va's holiday-host jar β€” the largest pour for the family dinner that draws cousins. Small whole cucumbers, snap-firm...

View full details
Original price $20.49 - Original price $20.49
Original price
$20.49
$20.49 - $20.49
Current price $20.49
2400.0g | $0.85 / 100g
Vegetarian

Explore More from Macedonia