North-western The Mediterranean World of Flavour Contents

North-western Istria Gourmand’s Paradise 4

Gastronomic Pulse of the Region Something for Everyone 6

Food and Wine Itineraries Routes of Unforgettable Flavours 12

Istria Wine & Walk. Gastronomic manifestation. 20

Calendar of Events In the Feisty Rhythm of Tasty Food 21

Calendar of Pleasures 24

Package Tours Tailored Experiences 26

Information and Contacts 27 North-western Istria Gourmand’s Paradise

Croatia Istria North-western Istria

Just like a magic chest, north-western Easily accessible from a num- The heart-shaped Istria is easily reached The truffle, considered by many the king Istria abounds with untouched natural from all European cities. This largest of the world gastronomy and ascribed beauties, small architectural wonders ber of European countries, Adriatic peninsula is situated in the west- aphrodisiac characteristics and exceptional and a luxurious spectrum of colours, north-western Istria inspires ernmost part of , at the junction of culinary power, grows here. Except on the tastes and flavours. the quest for the culinary Central Europe and the Mediterranean. truffle, the Istrian cuisine also relies on home-made pasta, fish and seafood, sea- A curious visitor will find everything legacy of former generations. The north-western part of Istria welcomes sonal vegetables, home-made prosciutto required for a relaxed or active holiday, Visitors can choose from a all travellers offering them the hospital- and cheese and a variety of wild herbs. in the perfect blend of tradition and ity of the seaside towns of and contemporary tourist needs. wide variety of specialities – Novigrad and picturesque inland towns of The rich variety of food is contributed from the modern Istrian sushi and . The attractive Medi- to olive oils and wines produced by small If you happen to be a gourmand, you terranean shore of the region is just a ten plantations and awarded recognitions will soon discover that you have come and inventive truffle-based minute drive from its green inland dotted throughout the world, and the gastro- to the right place - to a region with combinations to the old- with delightful hillocks, forests and fields nomic pulse is equally strong in modern irresistible culinary tradition combining fashioned dishes preserved presided over by the centuries old towns restaurants and traditional taverns pre- continental specialities with delicacies of Grožnjan and with a magical serving the original characteristics of the from the sea and the shore. through the oral transmission view of the valley of the largest Istrian local cuisine. of folk knowledge. River . Welcome and enjoy your food!

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Every season unveils a different face (taste) of enogastronomy in north-western Istria. Obitelj Ipša, Livade 96 O.P.G. Giancarlo Zigante, Plovanija 95 Istria Gourmet Guide 2015/2016: O.P.G. Franco Basiaco, Buje 95 Excellent winemakers: O.P.G. Enio Zubin, Umag 95 Al Torcio, Novigrad 92 Moreno Degrassi, O.P.G. Buršić, Brtonigla 92 Vina Kabola, Momjan Obitelj Grubić, Bale 92 Kozlović vinarija, Momjan Mate, Savudrija 92 Very good winemakers: Capo, Brtonigla 91 O.P.G. Cossetto, Krasica 91 Capo vina, Brtonigla Cuj Olive Oil&Wine, Umag 91 Vina Cattunar, Brtonigla Uljara Babić, Novigrad 90 Giorgio Clai, Krasica Reale M.Kraljević, Brtonigla 90 Moreno Coronica, Umag O.P.G. Marija Ipša, Oprtalj 89 Cuj, Umag Istrian olive oil routes will take you to Olive oil is added to finished dishes in Obitelj Antonac, Grožnjan 88 The following pages present just Sauvignon or Chardonnay are not in Fiore vina, Umag some of the best drops of olive oil in its pure form. We should bear in mind O.P.G. Nino Činić, Krasica 88 a fraction of what awaits you in this short supply in the modern cellars of Prelac vina, Momjan the world. Istrian olive oils were appre- that only the highest quality extra virgin O.P.G. Viviano Antolović, Grožnjan 86 hidden part of Europe. the Bujština region. Ravalico vinarstvo, Brtonigla ciated even in the time of the Roman olive oils possess the numerous healing Branko Čeko, Umag 86 Sinković Libero, Momjan Wine roads will take you to the very Empire. Over the last decade, Istria properties valued in olive oils. Franko Červar, Novigrad 86 Robert Parker, an American wine Veralda, Brtonigla essence of Istrian living, nurturing experienced a revival of olive-growing O.P.G. Flavio Kmet, Umag 86 expert having a critical say on the a special connection with wine and and many growers furnished tasting San Rocco - Ob. Fernetich, Brtonigla 86 international market, raised the grapevine from times immemorial. rooms in which visitors are presented Laguna Novigrad, Novigrad 85 value of our renowned winemakers. Vinibuoni d’Italia 2015: Selected olive-growers The modern story of Istria and wine with the liquid balm, crowned with Monte Rosso, Umag 85 Parker’s first review of Croatian Istria Gourmet Guide can in many ways be traced back to Capo vina, Brtonigla numerous awards. Edo Pincin - Monticello, Grožnjan 85 wines abounds with praises to the the north-west of the Istrian peninsula. Vina Cattunar, Brtonigla 2015/2016: Olive Charm, Umag 84 progress of wine making in Istria, Make sure to taste the indigenous Giorgio Clai, Krasica Should you decide to pay a visit to a O.P.G. Damir Vanđelić, Umag 83 with the highest grades awarded to Agrofin uljara, Savudrija varieties of Momjan Muscat, Istrian Moreno Coronica, Umag particular point on the olive oil route O.P.G. Boris Galić, Grožnjan 83 Kabola, Kozlović, Coronica and Clai. Al Torcio, Novigrad Malvasia and Teran, although interna- Moreno Degrassi, Savudrija O.P.G. Goran Vižintin, Buje 83 - alone or in a group - you will find Franco Basiaco, Buje tional varieties like Merlot, Cabernet Vina Kabola, Momjan Damaval, Buje 82 the hosts in the olive grove or in cool Buršić fam., Brtonigla Kozlović vinarija, Momjan O.P.G. Dario Vigini, Momjan 81 MICHELIN - ITINERARI taverns in which they keep their extra Cuj Olive Oil&Wine, Umag Zigante, Grožnjan virgin olive oils with maximum care. TRA I VIGNETI: Ipša fam., Oprtalj The “Flos Olei” guide provides a review In the neighbouring , Istrian wines Zigante Giancarlo, Livade of the best extra virgin olive oils by Giorgio Clai, Krasica are nothing new: the experts of re- Today, Istrian olive oils are once again Uljara Babić, Novigrad choosing them between the oils of Moreno Coronica, Umag nowned guide “Vinibuoni d’Italia” once at their rightful place – at the top of the Zubin Enio, Umag manufacturers from over 40 countries world. According to the renowned Cuj, Umag again visited Istria and selected 20 best worldwide. In the latest showdown for guide for extra virgin oils “Flos Olei”, the “Flos Olei”, north-western Istria had Moreno Degrassi, Savudrija wineries, among which as many as eight from north-western Istria. oils of Istrian manufacturers are, for the its moment of glory due to the high Vina Kabola, Momjan eighth year in a row, among the 20 best scores awarded to the olive-growers Kozlović vinarija, Momjan rated olive oils in the world. from the region.

6 www.coloursofistria.com www.coloursofistria.com 7 The restaurants and taverns of north-western Istria found their place on the Le guide de L’Espresso - lists of the best restaurants which made it to the prestigious world guides - I Ristoranti d’Italia 2015: Gault Millau, I Ristoranti d’Italia, Jeunes Restaurants d’Europe... Gault & Millau 2015: Damir & Ornela, Novigrad Damir & Ornella, Novigrad 16 Čok, Novigrad Selected restaurants and taverns Marina, Novigrad 15 San Rocco Gourmet, Brtonigla Marina, Novigrad Istria Gourmet Guide Pepenero, Novigrad 15 Buščina, Marija na Krasu 2015/2016: Zigante, Livade 15 Astarea, Brtonigla Morgan, Brtonigla 14 A prestigious Italian gourmet guide San Rocco, Brtonigla 14 Buščina, Marija na Krasu “Le guide de L’Espresso - I Ristoranti Čok, Novigrad Stari Kaštel, Buje 14 d’Italia” is one of the several publi- Damir & Ornella, Novigrad Čok, Novigrad 14 cations published under the name of “L’Espresso” by the international San Rocco Gourmet, Brtonigla Buščina, Umag 14 publisher RCS Media Group. Although Zigante, Livade Mare e Monti, Umag 14 the guide primarily covers the Italian Stari Podrum, Momjan 12,5 gastronomic region, Istrian restaurants “Istria Gourmet”, a wine and food guide and taverns were also included. through Istria, was established in 1996. The leading Austrian guide “Gault The initial 50 best restaurants and taverns Millau” included Istrian restaurants grew into the present two hundred. Then, onto its pages for the first time in just like today, the only criteria for making its 2002 edition. In that year, four of it into the top company was excellent their culinary hats appeared in Istria, JRE: cooking, and those with the highest ranking but their number is rapidly increasing are awarded the designation TOP. Entry into every year. Gault Millau rates the Damir & Ornella, Novigrad the “Istria Gourmet” guide must be earned kitchen by its seasonality and freshne- San Rocco Gourmet, Brtonigla anew every year. ss of theproducts used, creativity and Pergola, Savudrija harmoniousness of preparation, none Marina, Novigrad of which are lacking in the restaurants You can familiarize yourself with of north-western Istria. Istrian cuisine by visiting one of the Jeunes Restaurateurs d’Europe gath- numerous restaurants, taverns or agro- ers young chefs and owners of over tourisms, always nurturing a special 350 restaurants from 11 European Agrotourisms: relationship with the guest. countries and Australia. The organiza- Klaj, Fiorini tion considered to be a gateway for Radešič, Punta, Krasica The hosts will welcome you as a joining those crowned with Michelin San Mauro, Momjan friend, acquaint you with the customs, stars,made Croatia its member three Dešković, Kostanjica, Grožnjan culture and gastronomy, ensuring a re- years ago. The honour of being the Nežić, Zrenj ally original and complete experience. head of this branch of the JRE fell upon Gardina, Čabarnica, Zrenj Teo Fernetich from Brtonigla. Tončić, Čabarnica, Zrenj

8 www.coloursofistria.com www.coloursofistria.com 9 Restaurants and Taverns The truffle is a well-known culinary with excellent Istrian wines and they The Istrian ox is a long-horned white- The Original Truffle - gem which will leave almost no one indif- are outstanding in terms of the beauty grey bovine inhabiting Istria and serving ferent. Ever since it was discovered in the of their setting and the kindness and as the symbol of the region. The Istrian Tartufo Vero forest 80 years ago, it remains professionalism of their staff. Thanks to all Restaurants and Taverns ox is nowadays considered a true gour- the gastronomic best-seller of north- of the above,these selected places were mand delicacy in Istria, its meat beco- Buščina, Marija na Krasu western Istria. The taverns which have awarded the designation “The original Istria Gourmet Guide ming a part of the gourmand cuisine of Igor, Kaštel put it on their menu are eagerly visited by truffle- Tartufo vero” by the Istria Tourist 2015/2016: the region, lending traditional cuisine and Marino, Kremenje thousands of gourmands and the magic Board. recipes new life. Catering objects offering Buščina, Umag Morgan, Bracanija, Buje truffle cult is further encouraged by the dishes made from the meat of the Istrian popular belief in its aphrodisiac qualities. Da Lorenzo, Umag ox are marked with a panel bearing its Mulino, Škrile, Buje Lovac, Kaldanija, Buje image as warranty of authenticity. La , Volpija, Buje On the White Truffle Route we have Malo selo, Fratrija, Buje Rino, Momjan selected taverns and restaurants offering Morgan, Bracanija, Buje San Rocco Gourmet, Brtonigla imaginative truffle-based menus, paired Stari podrum, Most, Momjan Navigare, Novigrad Tončić, Zrenj Nono, Petrovija Zigante, Livade Primizia Food&Wine, Brtonigla Rino, Momjan San Benedetto, Dajla San Mauro, Momjan San Rocco Gourmet, Brtonigla Stari Kaštel, Kaštel Buje Stari podrum, Most, Momjan Villa Vilola, Umag Zigante, Livade

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Nature in north-western Istria What’s the best way to find them? is revealed in all its lush beauty To follow the eleven carefully prepa- and the wealth of its fruits. There red wine and food routes combining is an entire microcosm between top restaurants, idyllic taverns and the sea teeming with life and the wine cellars with lovely landscapes. picturesque interior enriched with truffles, mushrooms, asparagus and The choice is yours and the hosts Nothing equals this liquid, it is simply Our Olive Oil Route offers you an unique Learn the technology of olive growing other wild plants. will welcome you with open hands unique: a symbol of health, gastronomic opportunity to see picturesque olive and production of extra virgin olive oil and treat you to the unique pleasure pleasure and particularly of easygoing groves sprawling over terraced slopes, and buy the best Istrian oils in the unique of superior wines, extra virgin olive and serene old age. in perfect harmony with the landscape. authentic setting of our oil mills,taking oils and culinary tradition reflected with you the true flavours of Istria. in the recipes of top chefs. The Story of Teran At such an originally conceived holiday, you will find out in the most pleasant way why north-western Istria is renowned far and wide for its food and wine.

Teran wine was first mentioned in the This is a wine with character, strength Teran bespeaks its rich and robust late 14th ct. when it was served to Em- and consistency. The wine of Istrian character while still on the vine. Teran is peror’s ambassadors in ceramic bottles, farmers, characterized by acerbity, nev- therefore an excellent idea for anyone and up to a century ago, it was the most ertheless gladly enjoyed by the nobility, in search of the authentic and the un- widespread variety in Istria. while local families offered it to dear discovered, for enthusiasts and people guests. desirous of new discoveries.

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Malvasia, whose name derives from the in the 14th century. vasia come from this area, inviting you to visit Whilst in the past, the traditional breed of conditions, today its meat is the source of pasta or gnocchi, aromatized with wild Greek city Monemvasia on the Peloponnesian Since north-western Istria was among the first their modern cellars and taste premium wines Istrian ox - the Boškarin - worked in the authentic gastronomic delicacies charac- herbs or marinated in home-made oil - peninsula, is a grape variety which is to start applying modern technologies in wine in their tastefully decorated and tradition- fields alongside the peasants dragging teristic of the region. these are just some of the ways to prepa- at least 2000 years old. It is believed that production, it is not surprising that many of inspired tasting rooms. stones for building houses and walls, and Boiled or sautéed, or baked under an re this unique meat from our ancestors’ Venetian wine traders brought it to Istria the most renowned producers of Istrian Mal- ate modestly due to the poor grazing iron bell, prepared as a sauce with “fuži” kitchen.

In the Empire of the Momjan Muscat The Istrian White Truffle Route

White Muscat is believed to have been intro- climate and soil, becoming a separate variety, also appreciated outside of Istria - it is known The Istrian white truffle is the most prized of a real feast for the palate. Istria has yet another thing to boast about duced into the region by the peasants from Momjan Muscat. to have won a golden medal at the wine fair all and dug out in late summer, autumn and This strange and unsightly bulb, famous far when it comes to truffles - it is here that one the Italian region Furlania around 1200. in Brussels in 1935 and was readily enjoyed at in the beginning of winter. We love it because and wide as an aphrodisiac, with its intense of the largest truffles ever to be dug out any- This specific variety has given us a real wine the royal courts of Franz Joseph in Vienna and although it is mystical and unsightly, it is si- and uniquefragrance, has remained the where in the world, weighing approximately Over the centuries it melded with the Istrian treat, guaranteeing true pleasure for the pal- King Emmanuel III in Rome. multaneously so powerful that it is capable of inviolable king of cuisine from ancient Roman 1.31 kg, was picked. hillocks, adopting the specificities of their ate of every wine-lover since antiquity. It is transforming even the simplest of dishes into times.

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Traditional Istrian food is based on meat meat), “fuži” (a kind of pasta), gnocchi For our Agrotourism Route we have The and its people has A number of supreme restaurants will White sole is a veritable delicacy of espe- and pasta, and the most famous dishes or ravioli (pasta) with game sauce or selected only the best agrotourisms always been closely tied to the sea, and provide you with unforgettable gastrono- cially high quality in the area of north- are Istrian prosciutto dried in the Bora chicken gravy as a warm appetizer and and taverns, where we believe you will the historic importance of Istrian coastal mic experiences based on fresh fish and western Istria. wind, sheep cheese and Istrian bacon veal cooked underneath an iron bell or experience a real adventure of original cities is noticeable in all the elegance of sea food, combined with premium Istrian as a cold appetizer, Istrian “maneštra” ombolo and sausages with cabbage as a Istrian flavours and all the kindness and their buildings and palaces. wines and extra virgin olive oils. (a soup with beans, potatoes and dried main dish. warmth of the Istrians.

The Spring Wild Asparagus Route At the End or the Beginning of the Journey: the Adriatic Squid

The wild asparagus is one of the most prized merous restaurants and taverns offer various Not even the French King Louis XIV could resist Istrian fishermen used to say that, grad and other fishing ports of north-we- winter, when the squids are young and wild plants flourishing in Istria, picked from specialities based on this tasty and extremely its bitter flavour, and had it grown in greenho- “There are no squids until your hands stern Istria, known for their rich fishing prefer the shallow bays of the northern the middle of March until the end of April. In healthy plant. Although seemingly scanty and uses so he could enjoy it throughout the year. freeze”. tradition from ancient times. Adriatic, where food abounds. that period “The Asparagus Days” are held thin, the wild asparagus opens completely in the north-western area of Istria, when nu- new worlds in the kitchen. Once the agricultural season was over, The clean waters of the Adriatic, with people would go squid fishing in the above average salt content, give them shallow bays of Savudrija, Umag, Novi- an authentic flavour, best noticed during

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Northwestern Istria is surrounded by 4 on its origin, i.e. whether it is made from treats, honey liqueur and brandy and even lovely small towns – Umag, Novigrad, Buje one or several types of plants: meadow honey soap and figurines! and Brtonigla, where you can visit several honey, linden honey, chestnut honey, acacia honey stops and find something special in honey, lavander honey and forest honey. Next time you visit northwestern Istriamake each of them. Honey comes in a colourful Bee products include propolis, pollen, bees sure you stop and taste genuine honey Istrian shellfish - scallops, mussels, variety of flavours and colours, depending wax and royal jelly used to make delicious delights. Venus shells, Noah’s arks, queen scallops and oysters - are a special experience for the sophisticated palate. Best during winter, their light but full flavour derives “Four soils - Quattro terre” from a seabed abounding with life, the clean sea, the stony and sandy bot- tom in the depths of the indented Istrian shoreline.

You can taste shellfish prepared in the old tradition of the fishermen – in a stewed savoury sauce with garlic, parsley and tomatoes, grilled, baked or even raw, seasoned with local extra virgin olive oil and a drop of lemon juice.

Istria has 4 types of soil which are the most fertile one, abundant with humus. All qualities of the harmonic and bal- region’s unique treasure. White, grey, The red terra rosa soil is of special red anced wines intertwine in the Istrian black and red soil meet in Brtonigla, a and brownish-red colour and is typically Malvasia thanks to its special four soil small town in the very heart of Istria. found in regions with the Mediterranean feature.Malvasia has a special place even The gray flysch area of central Istria is climate. in a legend – the three princesses carried made of maristone, sandstone and softer salt, oil and grapes, but it was the queen limestone, while the black soil is the who carried the Malvasia!

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Istria Wine & Walk, the first wine and food walk along northwestern Istria; an 11 km long inspiring walk and an opportunity to meet 8 first-class Istrian winemakers, 7 local producers and ca- terers and to delight in 7 tasting stops.

The wine and walk event will start in Buje at St. Servolo Square, where the visitors will receive their tasting glass and a map of the trail. They will board a minibus, which will take them to the first stop, the amazing half a century old Santa Lucia vineyard. It will be the starting point of the first wine and food North-western Istria tour of the vineyards and olive groves. organizes a large number of seasonal events celebrating Istrian winemakers and other local pro- its diverse cuisine. ducers will greet the visitors with their On the way back to Buje we tasty culinary treats and divine wines at recommend stopping at a small fair where the visitors every 2 km. The trail can be crossed in Events change with seasons in a Delectable morsels can be tasted During such culinary days, a large will be able to buy the approximately 2.5 hours, without ma- peculiar gastronomic rhythm drawing from the beginning of the year at the number of restaurants from north-we- wines they have just tasted king the stops. The sea level difference attention to the gems of the regio- Adriatic Squid Days, simultaneously stern Istria offer imaginative menus along the trail as well as between the itinerary’s starting and end nal cuisine - fish, shellfish, truffles, marking the end of one and be- with a minimum of four courses some local food producers’ point is 80 m. wild herbs. The underlying idea is to ginning of a new gastronomic year! based on a relevant seasonal delicacy, souvenirs. explore their potential in the light of Immediately after that, in February, paired with home-made wines and modern gourmet trends, while res- they are followed by Shellfish Days, olive oils the region is renowned for pecting the traditional ways of their which you can enjoy all through far and wide. preparation. March.

20 www.coloursofistria.com www.coloursofistria.com 21 The Istrian Asparagus Days are a The main motive - whether we’re tal- All these events are merely a part the culinary treasures of this unique series of spring manifestations paying king about the squid, shellfish or sole of the year-round repertoire which Adriatic region. homage to the wild asparagus, during - always takes up new forms, and north-western Istria has prepared which Umag, Novigrad, Buje and the list of restaurants participating in for the lovers of good food. They Brtonigla promote dishes based on the projects is available at our tourist are worth visiting to familiarize this tasty wild plant, favoured by our offices and website. yourselves with all the diversity of European visitors.

While Novigrad also celebrates the es, completed with a demonstrative luxurious scallops, Brtonigla and Mo- truffle search, entertaining program mjan in the vicinity of Buje organize and show cooking participated in by tastings and festivals of premium wi- famous persons. nes, primarily of authentic varieties of Malvasia, Teran and Muscat. The Open Although you can enjoy the magni- Wine Cellars Day is an excellent ficent white truffle from September opportunity to taste wine. to November, don’t miss the autumn Sole Fish Days when north-western 23.03. - 15.05.2015. The region of north-western Istria Istria offers sophisticated gourmet 16.02. - 22.03.2015. also holds events dedicated to the creations based on this prized fish. 20.10. - 30.11.2014. 1.12.2014. - 6.1.2015. truffle: the most famous among them, www.coloursofistria.com Tuberfest in Livade, is a traditional www.coloursofistria.com www.coloursofistria.com www.coloursofistria.com meeting place of gourmands from Croatia and the surrounding countri-

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MONTH DATE EVENT LOCATION MONTH DATE EVENT LOCATION

Umag, Novigrad, GNAM GNAM FEST JANUARY 01. - 06.02. ADRIATIC SQUID DAYS AUGUST 07.08. Novigrad Buje, Brtonigla – Sea on the plate Umag, Novigrad, AUGUST 21.08. WINE & GUITARS Sveti Mauro, Momjan FEBRUARY 16.02. - 22.03. SHELLFISH DAYS Buje, Brtonigla Umag, Novigrad, SEPTEMBER 06.09. ISTRIAN WINE RUN FEBRUARY 21.02. 3rd CHOCCO & WINE FEST Brtonigla Buje, Brtonigla OLEUM OLIVARUM – EXTRA GNAM GNAM FEST MARCH 07. - 08.02. Krasica, Buje SEPTEMBER 12.09. Novigrad VIRGIN OLIVE OIL FAIR – Istria on a plate Umag, Novigrad, EX TEMPORE - TASTING OF MARCH 23.03. - 15.05. ISTRIAN ASPARAGUS DAYS Buje, Brtonigla SEPTEMBER 24. - 27.09. MUSHROOMS AND RED Grožnjan WINES OF THE BUJE REGION APRIL 10. - 12.04. Asparagus festival Kaštel, Buje OCTOBER 14.10. CHESTNUT FEST Oprtalj International Mushroom APRIL 17. - 19.04. Umag Days OCTOBER 17. - 18.10. MUSHROOM DAYS Novigrad GNAM GNAM FEST Umag, Novigrad, MAY 02.05. Novigrad OCTOBER 20.10. - 30.11. SOLE FISH DAYS – ASPARAGUS FEST Buje, Brtonigla MAY 16.05. ISTRIA WINE & WALK Buje OCTOBER 25.10. BRANDY FESTIVAL Hum () GNAM GNAM FEST MAY 23.05. Novigrad OCTOBER 24. - 25.10. TUBERFEST Livade (Oprtalj) – Pilchard Festival OPEN WINE CELLARS DAY Umag, Novigrad, OCTOBER 24. - 25.10. 13th MUSHROOM DAYS Brtonigla MAY 31.05. - WINE DAY Buje, Brtonigla GNAM GNAM FEST 31st ISTRIAN MALVASIA OCTOBER 30. - 31.10. Novigrad MAY 31.05. Brtonigla - SOLE FISH DAYS FESTIVAL Momjan Muscat Kremenje, Momjan, GNAM GNAM FEST NOVEMBER 01. - 11.11. JUNE 05. - 06.06. Novigrad and Truffle Days Buje – NOVIGRAD SCALLOPS NIGHT GNAM GNAM FEST NOVEMBER 07. - 08.11. Truffels weekend Buzet JULY 03.07. Novigrad – Sea on the plate NOVEMBER 08. - 11.11. St. MARTIN’S DAY Momjan (Buje) JULY 03.07. IN THE EMPIRE OF MUSCAT Momjan castle 01.12.2015. - Umag, Novigrad, DECEMBER ADRIATIC SQUID DAYS 26. KONZUM 06.01.2016. Buje, Brtonigla JULY 17. - 26.07. CROATIA OPEN UMAG Umag ISTRIA GOURMET FESTIVAL * The organizer reserves the right to change the above dates.

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As a place where the meets You can also explore the tastes and fla- Buščina the Central European mainland, where vours of Istria in the cooking workshops Buščina 18, Marija na Krasu - Umag Tourist offices nature varies in stunning combinations by preparing traditional or modern Tel: +385 (0)52 732 088 and culinary culture reaches the un- dishes, in groups or individually, [email protected] Tourist Board of the Tourist Board of the Tourist Board of the Tourist Board of the dreamed of heights, north-western Istria and the sight of imaginative plates on www.konoba-buscina.hr Town of Umag Town of Novigrad Municipality of Brtonigla Town of Buje has been alluring guests into its magical a set table will fill you with pride after Trgovačka 6, 52470 Umag Mandrač 29a, 52466 Novigrad Mlinska 2, 52474 Brtonigla 1. svibnja br. 2 , 52460 Buje world of colours, tastes and flavours for a hard, but unforgettable day in the Kempinski Hotel Adriatic t. +385 (0)52 741 363 t. +385 (0)52 757 075 t. +385 (0)52 774 307 t. +385 (0)52 773 353 decades. gastronomic heart of Istria. Alberi 300, Savudrija f. +385 (0)52 741 649 f. +385 (0)52 757 075 f. +385 (0)52 720 860 f. +385 (0)52 773 353 Tel: +385 (0)52 707 010 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Opening new horizons, it promises Organizers of gourmet [email protected] culinary delights and invites to a holiday package tours: www.kempinski.com dreamed of by the imaginative travel- Villa Rosetta lers of our time. Crvena uvala 31, Zambratija – Umag Istria Experience Tel: +385 (0)52 725 710 Jadranska bb, 52470 Umag www.coloursofistria.com Information on the complete offer of north- For new experiences, our restaurants [email protected] Tel. +385 52 700 777 western Istria is available at portals: and taverns will open their most secret www.villarosetta.hr [email protected] [email protected] www.coloursofistria.com corners! Have a look into their kitch- www.istriaexperience.com ens, get to know the traditional spices, Alternativna Istra - Guidina d.o.o. www.istra.com Ulica Mira 9, 52474 Brtonigla choose fresh foodstuffs and abandon Tel: +385 (0)52 725 100 yourselves to the culinary magic of your www.alternativna-istra.com hosts, top chefs. [email protected]

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