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New Champions of Graševina in Kutjevo

Organized by the Kutjevački Vinari Association, an expert evaluation of Graševina wines, the most common wine variety in Croatia, was held on May 15, 2026, at the Kutjevački podrum restaurant. The evaluation brought together oenologists and wine experts who, divided into three committees with seven members each, evaluated wines from different Croatian vineyards. The work of the committees was carried out under the expert guidance of the president of the evaluation committee,

Tomislav Radić

Jun 52 min read

Scampi Festival in Klenovica

Klenovica, a small coastal town known for its fishing and shrimp tradition. While the restaurants of the Crikvenica-Vinodol Riviera celebrate the flavours of Kvarner shrimp from May 15th to 31st through special menus and exclusive dinners, Klenovica offered visitors something special on Saturday, May 23rd as part of the Shrimp Festival – an authentic experience of life by the sea through Shrimping with Guests and the Shrimp Festival. The shrimp fishing program began at 8:00 a

Tomislav Radić

Jun 42 min read

Vitality on Plate in Veli Lošinj

In the unique ambiance of the Veli Lošinj Spa, gastronomy goes beyond the classic restaurant experience, becoming part of a broader philosophy of life in balance. This is a place rightly considered the cradle of health tourism on the island, and today it successfully combines its long tradition with a modern approach to nutrition and well-being. It is here that the so-called vitality plates are created - thoughtful, nutritionally balanced meals that carry the idea of an isl

Alma Premerl Zoko

Jun 43 min read

Winery Bolfan - the pinnacle of wine pleasure

The winery overlooks the four highest peaks of Central Croatia: Ivančica, Medvednica, Kalnik, Strahinjčica. The cellars and the wine cellar are located at the very top, at 350 m above sea level. A breeze from Ivančica and Strahinjčica constantly flows through the vineyards, creating healthy conditions for organic grape growing. Since 2009, grapevines have been grown under an ECO certificate. Grapes have been grown in and around the winery since ancient times, dating back to R

Tomislav Radić

Jun 42 min read

Spring and Summer on Bjelašnica

As the city's asphalt heats up and the most popular summer destinations soon become overcrowded, more and more travelers are turning to a different concept of vacation: one that chooses peace over crowds, nature over concrete, and a complete reset over hustle and bustle. The mountains are no longer reserved only for winter; spring and summer have transformed them into a new definition of luxury with a focus on fresh air, wellness, active vacations, and the silence of nature.

Alma Premerl Zoko

Jun 44 min read

PWF - Slovenian export success

In the north-eastern part of Slovenia, the Jeruzalemski bregi, along the border with Croatia, are Ormož and Ljutomer / Štajersko Podravlje. Two towns and two large wineries that produced as much as 15 million liters of wine in the post-war Yugoslavia. And the history of the Puklavec winery begins in 1934 when Martin Puklavec became the director of the wine-growing and winemaking cooperative in Ormož. Even then, the idea of a large multi-storey cellar was born, which was fin

Vjeko Madunić

Jun 45 min read

Brežice and Bizeljsko - wine, nature and peace

Brežice and Bizeljsko are a perfect day trip destination from continental Croatia, especially for those who want to quickly escape from everyday life, reset and have a good time. You do not need a Slovenian vignette for this trip if you stay on local roads and border areas, which further makes it an easy and affordable trip. The destination is made special by its heritage, quiet urban pace, proximity to nature and a sense of relaxation while sitting on the terraces of restaur

Alma Premerl Zoko

Jun 46 min read

32nd Wine with the Spoon blended top cuisine with carefully chosen wine

The thirty-second edition of the wine-gastro project Wine with a Spoon was held in Zagreb, at the famous Gallo restaurant, owned by Iva and Renato Tomlinović. Gallo is renowned as one of the must-see places on the Zagreb gastronomic scene, known for its elegant ambiance, refined Mediterranean cuisine, and carefully designed dishes that combine local ingredients and a modern approach to cooking, which is taken care of by chef Siniša Jevrosimov. Special emphasis is placed on th

Mustafa Topčagić

Jun 47 min read

Tea House in Špišić Bukovica

Just an hour and a half drive from Zagreb, in the heart of Podravina, is one of the most special tourist attractions in continental Croatia - the Tea House, an Oasis of Peace in Špišić Bukovica. Located just seven kilometres from Virovitica, this modern tourist destination has attracted an increasing number of visitors in recent years who are looking for a different kind of excursion: a combination of nature, education and relaxation. Podravina is already known for its top-no

Alma Premerl Zoko

Jun 43 min read

32nd Vinistra revealed the future

While the rest of Croatia is clearing vineyards, Istria is proudly planting them, and with more enthusiasm than ever. Last year alone, 80 new hectares of vines sprouted on the peninsula. This was the starting point for the 32nd Vinistra, held from 8 to 10 May 2026 in Poreč's "space" hall Žatika. More than 10,000 visitors from all over the world strolled among 130 exhibitors, but all eyes were on the centerpiece. Not because of the champions, although there were five champions

Matija Jagodin

Jun 42 min read

Magic of Slavonia and Podravina

If you want to spend a weekend combining heritage, beautiful nature, and eno-gastronomic pleasures, head to Slavonia and Podravina. This destination tells the story of two picturesque parts of Croatia in a special way, which, when paired, provide unforgettable experiences for modern travelers. It is incredible how numerous authentic experiences, wonderful nature, enogastronomic offerings, and kind hosts, intertwined over one weekend, provide a wealth of experiences while also

Alma Premerl Zoko

Jun 37 min read

Villa Zelenjak- Gastro Address where Zagorje has its most delicious signature

On the border of the Croatian Zagorje, in the Sutla River valley, lies the Villa Zelenjak-Ventek picnic area, one of those places that needs no special introduction to the local population. Not even to tourists who, once they discover it, put Zelenjak at the very top of their gastronomic addresses to which they should return regularly. It is located not far from Klanjec and Kumrovec, in a landscape that opens like a green amphitheater between the hills and the river, near the

Alma Premerl Zoko

Jun 33 min read

Hercegovinavino - Leader in Quality

In Zagreb, the wines of the Hercegovina company from Mostar were presented at the workshop "Time is FOR..." at the premises of HKD Napredak. Hercegovina, together with the Čitluk winery, is the largest winery in Herzegovina and the whole of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Over 3 million liters of wine are produced annually on about 350 hectares. The most famous vineyard is in Blizanci near Čitluk, where the Žilavka grape variety grows. Over 100 hectares have been planted there, and s

Vjeko Madunić

Jun 34 min read

Lipica - Where Lipizzan Horses, Fine Wines and Timeless Landscapes Meet

Just over two hundred kilometers from Zagreb, on the border of Slovenia and Italy, lies the Karst plateau of Kras. It is a destination that uniquely combines natural beauty, rich tradition, and an authentic way of life, attracting a large number of tourists from all over the world for years. What makes Kras so popular and why has it recently attracted more and more Croatian travelers? This landscape, shaped by stone, wind, and changeable weather, is known for its dry stone wa

Alma Premerl Zoko

Jun 34 min read

Casa Bunicii - A Taste of Memory

In the ever-evolving culinary landscape of Timișoara, where contemporary bistros and international concepts increasingly shape the dining scene, Casa Bunicii remains a deeply comforting reminder that gastronomy is often most meaningful when rooted in local memory. The restaurant’s very name, “Grandmother’s House,” evokes warmth, familiarity, and a slower rhythm of life, and stepping through its doors feels less like entering a fashionable establishment and more like arriving

Vedran Obućina

May 275 min read

Forget stress on the island of vitality

Situated in the northern Adriatic, in the Kvarner Gulf, Lošinj is one of Croatia’s most distinctive islands — not only because of its natural beauty, but also because of the feeling it gives you the moment you set foot on it. The scenery here is breathtaking, nature is always within reach, and the rhythm of life is slower, calmer, almost meditative. It is precisely for this reason that Lošinj, an island with more than 140 years of tourism tradition, rightfully carries the tit

Alma Premerl Zoko

May 125 min read

Digital detox in Jezersko

Jezersko in Slovenia offers what many people seek today — an escape from noise, eco-luxury without excess, and a hotel that has become synonymous with silence, nature, and an authentic mountain experience. Located just half an hour’s drive from Ljubljana, in the heart of northern Slovenia, it sits at nearly 1,000 metres above sea level. Surrounded by the peaks of the Kamnik–Savinja Alps and green valleys that awaken in full force during spring, Jezersko is a destination that

Alma Premerl Zoko

May 124 min read

Days of Croatian Prosciutto

At the end of April, Dubrovnik will host the 12th edition of the Croatian Prosciutto Days. This is not merely a tasting event. It is a gathering of expertise, craftsmanship, and serious business. On 24 April, specialists at Hotel Lapad will discuss what lies behind every slice: whether production can continue to grow, how to withstand the pressure of imports, and where Croatian prosciutto belongs on the European table. In a city more accustomed to counting cruise ships and to

Tomislav Radić

May 124 min read

Noćnjak 2026 u Dubrovniku

Jedne proljetne večeri u ožujku u Dubrovniku, najmirisnija jadranska proslava maslinova ulja dosegla je svoj elegantni vrhunac. Najnovije izdanje Noćnjaka, jednog od najuglednijih mediteranskih susreta maslinara i proizvođača ulja, završilo je proglašenjem šampiona, ritualom koji spaja umijeće, baštinu i osebujni dalmatinski osjećaj ponosa. Noćnjak, danas već u svojem 28. izdanju, prerastao je iz regionalnog okupljanja u međunarodnu smotru maslinarske kulture, privlačeći proi

Vedran Obućina

May 123 min read

Noćnjak 2026 in Dubrovnik

On a spring March evening in Dubrovnik, the Adriatic’s most fragrant celebration of olive oil reached its elegant finale. The latest edition of Noćnjak, one of the Mediterranean’s most respected gatherings of olive growers and oil producers, closed with the crowning of champions, a ritual that blends craftsmanship, heritage, and a distinctly Dalmatian sense of pride. Noćnjak, now in its 28th edition, has grown from a regional meeting into an international showcase of olive cu

Vedran Obućina

Apr 294 min read