Regional specialities

Istrian dishes are an ideal combination of the fruits of nature from the Istrian hinterland and fresh sea food.

Dishes of Green Istria, prepared in the authentic environment of taverns and wine cellars, represent a real gastronomic event. You should not miss tasting fuži or gnocchi in a sauce of deer or domestic chicken, truffles, ombolo (port cutlets) and minestrone.

Also try world-known Istrian prosciutto and sheep's milk cheese, together with baked bread and of course the delicious olive oil. With a glass of fine wine in good company, you will always want to repeat the experience!

Dishes from Blue Istria are a real challenge for all those gourmets who enjoy sea flavours.

Choose something from the rich offer of white and blue fish and various mussels. Fragrant soups, delicious fish soups, refreshing sea-spider or octopus salads, salted anchovies, abundant risottos or simply, grilled fish - all this guarantees a top quality gastronomic experience.

TRUFFLES - the height of Istrian gastronomy
Since domination by the Roman Empire, the truffle has been an inspiration for top quality gourmet adventurers. This aphrodisiac of strong and characteristic flavours grows in forests in the valley of the river Mirna. Take advantage of your stay in Istria and do not miss to tasting one of the fabulous dishes – truffles excellently accompany a variety of starters, main dishes and also desserts.