Agroturizem Gjepali is one of 14 certified agrotourism businesses in the country and it is located in the Shijak region of central Albania. The activity is owned by the Gjepali family and encompasses the long history of 6 generations. Prior to communism, Elez Gjepali owned a considerable amount of land comprising of arable land and orchards, and home to livestock such as cows, sheep, and poultry, the land where Agroturism Gjepali is built.
Fundim Gjepali is owner and chef, having a extensively experience abroad he invested the experience and knowledge in this family business. In 2017, a big farm was constructed and to make accessible to the visitors who want to enjoy fresh, local, food and enjoy what the Albanian countryside has to offer. In 2018, it received the Agrotourism certification and, thus, became one of the 14 businesses of this type in Albania.
The building of Gjepali is modelled on a Tuscan theme. Home to a restaurant and hotel, it is surrounded by a large veranda which includes seating covered by a large gazebo. Decorated in the Tuscan style combined with traditional Albanian stonework, it is both imposing and welcoming. The interior consists of stone floors, beams, and white walls. An extensive and impressive wine collection, including some of the countries best Kantinas, and some international favourites, take over the back wall. The other three walls are glass, looking out onto the veranda and the rolling fields beyond.
For several years now, Gjepali has been part of programs that discover new talents in Albania, such as Master Chef Albania. He is frequently invited to major television programs as a culinary expert and master of taste.