Delicacies of Istrian Gastronomy:

Istrian homemade pršut (prosciutto ham), Istrian sheep cheese

Molusca salad, Boiled Salt Cod

Salated sardines

Marinated anchoveis

ravioli, fuži (type of homemade pasta) Snails with polenta

Istrian maneštra (vegetable stew with spring corn, popular in the whole of north Adriatic). It could be served as a soup if the main ingredient are vegetables (most usually) but it can be served as a main course if it is made of "stronger ingredients" such as meat.

various types of fish, shells, crabs, octopus, squid, scampi, mussels, oysters etc.

Delicacies:

Istarska supa - is prepared in bukaleta (an earthen jug) with slightly warmed red wine (Teran or Borgonja) by adding a little sugar, oil, pepper and a slice of toasted bread. Put in a spoon and offer to the thirsty friend.

Fritule (type of doughnut), kroštule with almonds.

We recommend:

Wild asparagus - is another favourite delicacy of the Istrian region. Although asparagus is naturally bitter, it is extremely tasty when prepared with eggs, as a salad or as a side dish. Very healthy and an excellent diuretic agent.

Truffles - although you can taste many different types of mushrooms in Istria, such as the well-known and very tasty "Martinčice" and "Lisičice", probably the most famous is the Istrian Truffle. There are many different ways to use this wonderful delicacy, including combining with fuži, omelettes, sprinkled over steak and game. Truffles may also be used in preparing pastries.

Drinks:

White wines: Malavazija, Pinot and Muškat.

Red wines: Borgonja, Merlot and Teran.

Brandys – honey brandy, very strong grape brandy, herb flavoured brandies. Pelinkovac and kruskovac