Tsvetomira Filipova

Sofia

Spotter since 2016

About me

About me
Hello! I am a digital marketing specialist, blogger, craft consultant, amateur photographer, and former archaeologist. I have lived in Sofia my entire life and have witnessed significant changes in the city's culture, society, and landscape.

I have a passion for creating a map of Sofia's art, craft, and inspirational locations. If you're searching for places like these, feel free to explore my articles here.

Why Sofia?
Sofia has always been my place - I grew up, I studied and now I work here.

Sofia has many different faces and can offer a lot of (hidden) treasures for those who love to explore and wander around.

One thing I really appreciate is its fast development over the past few years, which puts it closer to other modern European capitals.

Where can you find me online?

My spots (34)

Uhaya

Bulgarian boutique cosmetics

Uhaya is a family-run business that sells high-quality natural products and accessories for health and a clean environment. Most of it is made in Bulgaria.

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Shopping

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Tsvetomira

Filipova

Nov 9, 2025

Slanchogled

Arts and crafts supplies

"Slanchogled" is probably the oldest craft and art supplies store I know and still one of the best in Sofia. Going there is a favourite ritual of mine...

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Art & culture
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Shopping

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Tsvetomira

Filipova

Nov 9, 2025

Q-ftetaria

Food classic not to be missed!

The meatballs are usually served with cabbage salad, lyutenitsa dip & fries. As a Bulgarian, I find kyufte to be a comforting dish that never disappoints.

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Bars
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Restaurants
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Snacks

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Tsvetomira

Filipova

Nov 3, 2025

Vishneva tram stop

Hidden forest stop in Sofia

Here is a hidden gem - a cute tram stop: Vishneva (which means sour cherry in Bulgarian), a small, charming wooden house in the forest.

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Relaxing

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Tsvetomira

Filipova

Oct 30, 2025

Zona Urbana

Recycled art

At "Zona Urbana" Sofia you can buy a fabulous, unique bag or wallet made from old newspapers or paper maps. It's a shop perfect for recycle freaks!

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Art & culture
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Shopping

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Tsvetomira

Filipova

Oct 24, 2025

Made in Blue

The Instagrammable restaurant

"Made in Blue" is a popular, unique restaurant for meetings and good food in Sofia. You can't miss it - the whole house is painted in blue...

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Restaurants

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Tsvetomira

Filipova

Oct 16, 2025

Gelateria Naturale

The best ice-cream in Sofia!

"Gelateria Naturale" is my favourite ice-cream place in Sofia. It has 100% natural ingredients and it's absolutely delicious! Prices are really good, too.

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Coffee & tea
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Snacks

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Tsvetomira

Filipova

Oct 11, 2025

NEA

The flower kingdom

"NEA" Sofia doesn't looks like an ordinary store, but rather a gallery for flowers. My personal favorite is the terrarium with cacti and succulents...

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Shopping

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Tsvetomira

Filipova

Oct 11, 2025
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