Dalmatia | Taste of Adriatic

Secrets of Drniš Prosciutto

The ninth International Drniš Prosciutto Festival will be held in the Antun Mihanović Sports Hall on August 28 and 29. There will be entertainment and competitions for visitors, and the evening program will be hosted by Mate Grgat, who will sing on Friday, August 28, and Croatian Roses, who will perform on Saturday, August 29. Prosciutto is one of the most famous gastronomic symbols of this region, Drniš and the Šibenik-Knin County. "Drniš prosciutto, along with Istrian, Krk

Tomislav Radić

Aug 222 min read

Korčula - an Island of History and top gastronomy

Korčula is one of those islands that captivates at first sight, but remains in the memory for everything that comes after it. Located in southern Dalmatia, between Pelješac and Lastovo, for centuries it was an important maritime, commercial and cultural center of the Mediterranean. Today it is known for one of the best-preserved medieval towns on the Adriatic, its rich history, top-quality wines and gastronomy, and people who preserve their tradition with equal pride and crea

Alma Premerl Zoko

Aug 157 min read

From Trogir to Dubrovnik in Seven Days

Croatia is one of the few European destinations to which the sea has given more than a thousand islands, islets and reefs, an indented coastline of more than six thousand kilometers, hidden coves, historical cities under UNESCO protection and some of the most beautiful sunsets in the Mediterranean. That is why the question arises: how to experience the best that the Adriatic has to offer in just seven days? A car will take you from place to place, but it will also expose you

Alma Premerl Zoko

Aug 107 min read

Pakoštane - between sea and lake

When you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, explore Pakoštane - a place that has been increasingly discovered in recent years by lovers of authentic destinations, top-notch gastronomy, and a slower Mediterranean lifestyle. Located between Zadar and Šibenik, only a few hours' drive from Zagreb, Pakoštane offers what few other destinations on the Adriatic can combine in such a small space - sea, lake, islands, history, top-notch gastronomy and stories of people w

Alma Premerl Zoko

Jul 46 min read

Why all paths lead to Nin

Just half an hour's drive from Zadar is Nin - one of the most special Croatian towns, a visit to which is like stepping back into history, into the most beautiful Mediterranean postcard. Nin is one of the oldest Croatian royal towns, a place where Croatian princes and kings reigned, a town of Glagolitic script, salt, medicinal mud, and a rich gastronomic tradition. History here is not hidden behind closed museum doors - it can be felt at every turn, in the stone streets, chur

Alma Premerl Zoko

Jul 47 min read

Konoba Pakoštanac: flavours of old Dalmatia

In the very heart of Pakoštane is the Pakoštanac Tavern - a place that has been preserving the tradition of Dalmatian cuisine, a homely atmosphere, and authentic Adriatic flavors for more than half a century, which keeps the same guests coming back for years. Some of them still remember how it all began... The year was 1971, when there was almost no tourism in Pakoštane, and restaurants were a real rarity. The doors of the first tavern were opened by Ljubomir Bungur, a native

Alma Premerl Zoko

Jun 63 min read

Ninth Days of Dalmatian Prosciutto and Wine in Vrgorac

The aroma of prosciutto, a glass of good, chilled drops and concerts under the open sky. The town at the top of the mountain once again becomes the centre of excellent snacks, wine and good entertainment, because on June 5 and 6, the ninth Days of Dalmatian Prosciutto and Wine are held in the City Park. Visitors can expect a rich program, from culinary presentations and prosciutto cutting competitions to professional meetings and evening concerts. Vrgorac will once again conf

Tomislav Radić

Jun 52 min read

LIOQA Resort – A New Way of Holidaying on Ugljan

If you want to experience the beauty of the pre-season—sun, sea, and a level of luxury that remains within reach—head to the port of Gaženica in Zadar, board a ferry, and set off for the island of Ugljan. Known as the “green jewel of the Adriatic”, this island has long attracted those seeking peace, authenticity, and nature. In recent months, however, one particular place has been drawing public attention and reshaping perceptions of holidays on Croatian islands—LIOQA Resort.

Alma Premerl Zoko

Apr 284 min read

Imotska torta protected

The art of preparing Imotska Torta, a ceremonial round cake made from shortcrust pastry with a rich filling and a distinctive crown-shaped decoration, requires specific skills, knowledge and carefully selected ingredients. Imotska Torta is prepared as an expression of identity and as a symbolic culmination of celebrations marking major life events and annual family customs among the inhabitants of the town of Imotski and the wider Imotski region. This part of the Dalmatian hi

Vedran Obućina

Feb 93 min read

Winter Garden in Preko

If you would like to experience Advent in a slightly different way, here is an idea: choose destinations close to large cities, bustle, and glitter, yet hidden in the peace and beauty of nature and carefully chosen company. Welcome to Ugljan Island—the green pearl of the Zadar archipelago and an ideal year-round escape. Even now, during the coldest part of the year, when fog and low temperatures dominate the mainland, the island offers contemporary travellers a mild climate,

Alma Premerl Zoko

Dec 22, 20255 min read

Knin makes its wine scene

Burnum is an ancient and highly significant Roman fortified camp located in the village of Ivoševci, in the wider Knin area. Referring to this important archaeological site, which is at least fifteen centuries old (it is known that the 20th and later the 11th Roman Legions were stationed here, and an aqueduct stretching 32 kilometres from the springs in Plavno Field to the camp was built), the founders of the winery chose this very name. The remnants of Burnum, in the form of

Vjeko Madunić

Dec 10, 20254 min read

Bugava - Tasting of Young Wines of Vis

On Saturday, 25 October 2025, as part of Sabatina in Podšpilje on the island of Vis, a professional tasting of young Vugava wines, “Bugava 2025 Wine Tasting”, was held as part of the project “Wine Trails of the Island of Vis”. The project promotes the island’s wine route and is carried out by the Tourist Board of the Town of Vis, the Tourist Board of the Town of Komiža and the UNESCO Global Geopark Vis Archipelago, with the support of the Tourist Board of the Split-Dalmatia C

Tomislav Radić

Nov 28, 20254 min read

Vizzulin Winery - Pride of Petrovo Polje

In Zagreb, the Drniš winery Vizzulin was hosted in the workshop “It’s Time for…” at the Czech House. Alongside members of the media and the wine industry, the event was attended by the owner, Smiljan Reljić, and the enologist, Dr Željko Andabaka, a professor at the Faculty of Agriculture in Zagreb. The winery began planting vines in 2010, starting with Merlot, which is abundant in the region, as well as Cabernet Sauvignon, Pošip, Maraština, and Grk in 2022. The vineyards are

Vjeko Madunić

Nov 19, 20253 min read