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RESTAURANTS & TAVERNS


27th Wine with a Spoon: Exotic Thai Dishes with Unusual Croatian Wines
Thai Me Up by Lira restaurant opened earlier this year in the centre of Zagreb (Teslina 5), offering excellent Thai cuisine at affordable prices. It is run by husband-and-wife team Yada, who is Thai, and Jura Dončić, a local restaurateur, who took on the challenge set by Renata Cisar and Mustafa Topčagić, organisers of the Wine with a Spoon events, to pair dishes from that part of the world with selected Croatian wines. Several street-food venues in Zagreb currently serve Tha

Mustafa Topčagić
Nov 85 min read


Bokoon – Small Istrian Oasis of Big Flavours
On the western coast of Istria, between Vrsar and Poreč, lies Funtana – a small village of great charm and even greater gastronomic potential. Although modest in size, Funtana has long established itself as a remarkably appealing culinary destination, a place where the Mediterranean spirit meets the authentic flavours of Istria. Barbara Belac from the Funtana Tourist Board highlights how this little fishing village proudly preserves its rich gastronomic tradition through a se
Fran Ratković
Nov 24 min read


Jing Yuan: Zagreb’s Most Serene Chinese Tea House
In a quiet corner of Gajnice, one of Zagreb’s greenest and most self-contained neighborhoods, there is a place where time seems to move at a different rhythm. Here, in a small tea house Jing Yuan that doubles as a bistro, life is measured not in minutes or messages, but in cups — steaming, fragrant, unhurried cups of Chinese tea. Walking through its unassuming doorway feels like stepping across a threshold into another state of mind. A few wooden tables, numerous small pieces
Vedran Obućina
Oct 185 min read


Weinwirtshaus Wlaschits: A Feast of Wine, Tradition, and Celebration
Nestled in the heart of Burgenland, Wirtshaus Wlaschits is a living testament to the region’s culinary and vinicultural heritage, where...
Vedran Obućina
Sep 164 min read


Gregorits Inn – the Heart of Burgenland Cuisine
On the very border of Austria and Hungary, in the village of Klimpuh, lies Gregorits Inn – the gastronomic temple of the Gregorić family....
Vedran Obućina
Sep 164 min read


Stadtgasthaus am Nyikospark: Tradition and Innovation in Neusiedl am See
The building that today houses Das Stadtgasthaus am Nyikospark has a long and colourful history. Originally built as the officers’ mess...
Vedran Obućina
Sep 134 min read


Authentic Flavors of Istria at the Da Rocco Tavern
Krnica is located on the eastern side of the Istrian peninsula, near Barban and Marčana. Surrounded by beautiful nature and greenery, it...
Fran Ratković
Aug 163 min read


26th Wine with the Spoon - Bistro Market
The picturesque Market Bistro, located in the very center of Zagreb (Gundulićeva 13), hosted the 26th edition of 'Vina uz žliču', an...
Taste of Adriatic
Jun 296 min read


25th Wine with a Spoon: Gablec at the Pri Nami
Organisers Renata Cisar and Mustafa Topčagić organised their silver edition, the 25th event 'Wine with a spoon', at Pri Nami, a popular...
Taste of Adriatic
Jun 216 min read


Detox Menu in the Restaurant Kaiser
Detox - a word for the multi-layered establishment of body balance, is most often used as a decision for the process of cleansing the...
Alma Premerl Zoko
Jun 104 min read


Fortress of taste: the experience of Knin gastronomy
Located within the monumental walls of the Knin Fortress, the Tvrđava restaurant is the life story, culinary manifesto, and vision of...
Vedran Obućina
May 275 min read


Restaurant Riva: Gastronomy Institution of Biograd
In the very heart of Biograd na Moru, where Mediterranean breezes meet the richness of local fields and sea, is the Riva restaurant – not...
Vedran Obućina
May 264 min read


Mokosh – Split's oasis of taste, art and togetherness
In the heart of Split, hidden among the coloruful apartment buildings and bustling streets, lies a very special world – Mokosh. The name...
Vedran Obućina
May 164 min read


Yacht Club Opatija - Taste of Istria and Kvarner
If you are looking for a place where top-notch gastronomy, seafood specialties, and a select wine list are intertwined, Yacht Club...
Vedran Obućina
May 14 min read


Wine with Spoon: Prosikito
Restaurant Prosikito in Zagreb (Donje Svetice 40) hosted the 24th edition of the oeno-gastro project "Wine with a Spoon", which was initiated six years ago by Renata Cisar and Mustafa Topčagić.
Taste of Adriatic
Apr 216 min read


WOK BY MATIJA got its first franchise in Slavonia!
Homemade noodles, locally grown vegetables, and uniquely created sauces make the wok special. All of this is on the new spring menu of...
Alma Premerl Zoko
Apr 172 min read


Smrekarjeva domačija – Authentic Taste of the Slovenian Village
About five kilometers from the entrance to Postojna Cave lies the picturesque village of Grobišče, home to the Smrekarjeva domačija – a...
Danijel Ratković
Apr 64 min read


Hajdučke Vrleti: The Taste of Tradition in the Heart of Blidinje
Entering Hajdučke Vrleti is not just a visit to a restaurant – it is a journey through time, into the heart of Herzegovina's tradition, wher
Vedran Obućina
Mar 304 min read


Eco selo Grabovica - Flavours of Tradition under the Sač
Authentic cuisine of Tomislavgrad and Buško Lake came in the form of sač!
Vedran Obućina
Mar 263 min read


Bistro Paris - First Wine with Spoon in Rijeka
Bistro Paris is one of the few restaurants in Rijeka operating continuously at the same address (Šetališta Joakima Rakovca 2a) in Sušak...
Taste of Adriatic
Mar 156 min read


Gourmet pizza in Tavern Mulić
The Mulić Tavern in Omišalj, a recognizable destination all year round, is located in a small bay where Josip Polonijo has created an...

edvard.badurina
Feb 243 min read


Mala Riba: Fish Enjoyments in Matulji
Matulji, located at the junction of the sea and the wooded slopes of Ćićarija, is a true paradise for gourmets seeking authentic...

Matija Jagodin
Dec 29, 20243 min read


Smoked Joys in u Trattoria Mediterraneo
A familiar friend awaits us in the heart of the Zadar peninsula. Always with a big smile, Robert Pinto gives a unique welcome to his...
Vedran Obućina
Dec 28, 20243 min read


Konoba Ulika: Tradition and Kvarner Delicacies in the Heart of Selce
The Selce waterfront is full of cafes and restaurants, but if you're looking for a place that resonates with tradition and locality, it's...

edvard.badurina
Dec 27, 20243 min read


Sabbia - Gastronomy, cocktails, and unforgetable tastes of Kvarner
The Croatian Littoral, known for its rich gastronomic offer, hides several iconic destinations that have been attracting guests from all...

Matija Jagodin
Nov 26, 20244 min read


Restaurant Ivančica - Dedicated to local tastes of Lepoglava
The restaurant Ivančica has become an indispensable destination for gourmets and lovers of local cuisine in Lepoglava
Vedran Obućina
Oct 19, 20243 min read


Istarian brunch in Ružmarin
A beautiful brunch place in the centre of Žminj guarantees excellent food with local ingredients
Danijel Ratković
Sep 15, 20243 min read


Dinner with Veuve Clicquot
Chefs from Croatia, Slovenia, Hungary, Bulgaria and Romania who are part of the Solaire Tables community gathered in Zagreb
Tomislav Radić
Jul 25, 20243 min read


Restaurant Paat - Set Sail on Estonian Gastronomy
A seafood adventure in the Paat restaurant reveals Estonian traditional and modern gastronomy
Vedran Obućina
Jul 22, 20243 min read


Wine and Food in Botanist
For 22 "wine" journalists, an evaluation of the pairing of wine and food was organised at the Botanist restaurant in Zagreb
Tomislav Radić
Jul 12, 20242 min read


Vino i hrana u Botanistu
Sljubljivanje hrane i vina "Vino uz žlicu" nastavlja se u restoranu Botanist
Tomislav Radić
Jul 6, 20242 min read


An adventure with Rijeka's Pirates
A visit to a unique pirate port in Rijeka, famous for its imaginative Biga pizzas and splendid combination of steak, truffles, and scampi

edvard.badurina
Jun 16, 20243 min read


Pustolovina s riječkim piratima
Bistro Pirati u centru Rijeke mame svojim pizzama i raskošnim mesnim jelima u piratskom imaginariju

edvard.badurina
Jun 7, 20243 min read


Biograd - Grad Kunjki i Prošeka
Gastronomsko putovanje Biogradom, s naglaskom na kunjkama i prošeku
Vedran Obućina
May 31, 202410 min read


Biograd - Town of Kunjka and Prošek
Gastronomy tour of Biograd, with an emphasis on Kunjka seashell and Prošek dessert wine
Vedran Obućina
May 31, 202411 min read


Gastronomske šetnje Malinskom
Gastronomska manifestacija u Malinskoj donosi predivne okuse otoka Krka
Taste of Adriatic
May 23, 20243 min read


Gastronomy Walks in Malinska
Walk & Taste Tours in Malinska introduces tastes of the island of Krk
Taste of Adriatic
May 19, 20243 min read


Jelen - home of excellent čorbanac
The idea that the best gastronomic corners of cities are in the suburbs is certainly recognized in the restaurant Jelen, at the eastern...
Vedran Obućina
Mar 29, 20244 min read


Šabeso - passion for Slavonian flavours
Do you know what Šabeso is? It was the first completely artificially produced non-alcoholic and carbonated drink that was made from...
Vedran Obućina
Mar 28, 20244 min read


Wine with Spoon in Pri dečkima
Goodbye teens! That's what you could call the 19th edition of the oenogastro project Wine with a spoon, which after a short trip to...
Tomislav Radić
Feb 9, 20245 min read


Restavracija Most - pride of Slovenian gastronomy
In the very heart of Ljubljana, Restavracija Most offers a whole range of Slovenian flavours, equally interesting to foreign and domestic...
Vedran Obućina
Jan 13, 20245 min read


Aubergine - Craft Food of Sofia
Funky but traditional, crafty but modern, full of flavour, and with significant portions, the "Aubergine" restaurant in Sofia proudly...
Vedran Obućina
Dec 10, 20234 min read


Stari mlin - where Danube touches the Sky
The fire roars and dances around the kettle with Danube fish. It is early autumn, the sun is still merciless, but real hellish...
Vedran Obućina
Oct 28, 20234 min read


Restaurant Vikend - culinary heart of Aljmaš
The bells of the Church of Our Lady of Refuge remind every guest of Restaurant Vikend that they are right next to one of the most famous...

edvard.badurina
Oct 28, 20232 min read


Vrsaranske goložece - Enjoyments of Vrsar
In Vrsar, you can enjoy yourself. Many restaurateurs offer real gastronomic delights throughout the year, which sometimes remain hidden...
Vedran Obućina
Oct 22, 20235 min read


Ruspante - Homemade Pizza from Sinac
In all of Lika, there is no pizzeria more famous than Ruspante, and the name has spread throughout Croatia and beyond. It will be...

edvard.badurina
Aug 27, 20234 min read


Bistro Ribič - Trouts from the Gacka River
Summer on Gacka is a real pleasure, especially in the calm of the day when the freshness replaces the heat, so the entire Bistro Ribič,...

Matija Jagodin
Aug 27, 20234 min read


Miki - flavours of Lika's lamb and pork
Lambs and suckling porks are spinning next to the open fire. Perhaps this is the most common image of Lika's places, which are abundant...
Vedran Obućina
Aug 26, 20233 min read


Ero of Culinary World
Česma is a picturesque park from the 19th century, where one of the numerous tributaries of the Cetina River springs. As a gathering...
Vedran Obućina
Aug 4, 20233 min read


Vrlika enjoyments at Ante Budiša
Lake Peruča contributes greatly to the beauty of the Dalmatian Zagora. On the shores of this large artificial lake there are villages...
Vedran Obućina
Aug 3, 20235 min read
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