Even if you don’t make it to the olive harvest this year, don’t miss the chance to go truffle hunting. From September to November, Motovun, Buzet and Livade become the centre of the world for those who still haven’t given up on finding their first white truffle. Joking aside, we believe that truffle tastings, festivals […]
Olive harvest in Istria: Searching for liquid gold
When the autumn sun sets low over the Istrian hills, you know one of Istria’s oldest traditions is approaching: the olive harvest. For many Istrians, the olive harvest is an opportunity for a family gathering and an event that brings together generations and friends. Centuries of tradition and the refinement of techniques have paid off. […]
Wine roads of Istria: a dream and a glass of wine
When we think of Istria, we think of the sea, historic towns, wine and truffles. Today, we’re focusing on wine and talking about Istria’s wine routes. Get your glasses ready because we’re taking a short stroll through the concept, history, and practical tips for planning a wine tour. How Istria’s wine roads started Istria has […]
Bite by bite through Istria: Central Istria Walk & Taste
Even though we are close to the sea, we are not heading to the beach in this article. We’re going to the Central Istria. Central Istria Walk & Taste is a series of free tours through six towns that often stay off the usual tourist routes. This year the event is organized from 17 to […]
Culinary Croatia: Must-try dishes across the regions
Croatia can roughly be divided into two major regions: Continental and Coastal. This division affects culture, customs but also gastronomy. In this article, we will focus on the latter, discussing the two main branches of Croatian cuisine: Continental and Mediterranean. We will also highlight regional dishes that are an absolute must-try when visiting Croatia. Continental […]
Autumn in Istria – truffle hunting
Have you ever been truffle hunting? In fact, did you even know that truffles are “hunted”? Even if you haven’t, we assume that you have at least heard of this delicacy, which, although it may not look the most attractive, is truly a delicacy. We recently had the opportunity not only to taste truffles, but also […]
Savour and sights – restaurants in Istria with excellent food and the most stunning views
One of the most delightful experiences that you can have during your holiday in Istria is a visit to a restaurant with friendly service and local dishes. In an ideal scenario, friendly hosts will take care of you in terms of service and food, so that you’ll leave the restaurant feeling happy and full. Another […]