Even today, the tradition is kept alive by a few producers who keep the art a family secret, and their methods of production have changed very little.

[3] Licitars became famous due to their being sold at the Marian shrine of Marija Bistrica (near Zagreb), which pilgrims visited for the Assumption or St Margaret's Day.

Licitars' simple shape and attractive colour and decorations were a keen souvenir to show the family and neighbours upon return.

The ingredients for licitars are simple (honey, flour, eggs, water and food coloring) but their preparation is long.

Traditionally, licitars are entirely handmade and tend to be decorated with a swirling outline, small flower shapes and sometimes a miniature mirror.