Author: Ivica Profaca
Place: Croatia
Date: 18 June 2011

It's easy to cook when surrounded by the wonders of the modern kitchen, with well supplied stores across the street, and a library full of your favourite cookbooks in the next room. However, what can one do in a kitchen squeezed under a boat deck, surrounded by miles of open sea, with recipes stored only by memory? These are the conditions under which Zlatko Gall, Croatian journalist, rock critic and gourmand, excels.

Author: Risto Karajkov
Place: Croatia 
Date: 2 December 2010

Often described as the “most beautiful” event of its kind in Croatia, the 8th Eco-Ethno Croatia Fair took place in Zadar from 13 – 17 October 2010. The fair has presented traditional products and services from Croatian rural areas since its inception in 2003. For the first time, the event was not organised in the capital Zagreb.

Author: Risto Karajkov
Place: Croatia 
Date: 30 November 2010

They are one of Istria’s major brands. Even the ancient Romans were fond of them and one legend has it that Jupiter’s thunder had a role in their creation. The association is, according to some, erotic in nature: Jupiter was a well-known lover and they are one of the most famous and expensive aphrodisiacs known today. Byron kept one on his desk for inspiration. There is a dilemma about whether they are food or merely a spice, but they have admirers the world over. Often, they are more expensive than gold.

Author: Risto Karajkov
Place: Croatia
Date: 16 September 2009

Croatian cuisine is often called the cuisine of the regions, in recognition of the fact that every region in the country has its own distinct culinary tradition.  Croatia’s strong culinary diversity, relative to the size of the country, makes this land an exciting gastronomic adventure.

Would you like to get a real taste of Southeast Europe? Then why not try cooking some of their local dishes! You can consult our collection of recipes from the region.