Gastronomic events in Istria

Early autumn in Istria offers a one-of-a-kind walk by the sea with a glass of wine in the hand. If you wish to taste exquisite local wines and delicious Istrian food, join us on the Wine & Walk by the sea tour in Novigrad that attracts more and more people each year!

Northwestern Istria’s visitors looking for excellent food and drink from the region can enjoy a brand new open-air gourmet and wine event held at original locations in Novigrad’s old town centre. At town parks right by the sea, Park Food Fest brings together street food and show cooking from renowned local restaurants. In one day, guests can enjoy diverse and inventive ready-to-eat meals made with seasonal ingredients, prepared and served just like in top restaurants.

The traditional celebration of mushrooms "Mushroom days" will be organized by the Buje area mushroom pickers' association "Boletus" - Brtonigla branch, in cooperation with the Brtonigla Tourist Board and the Municipality of Brtonigla. Interesting and educational workshops and lectures will be held to familiarize the visitors with the world of mushrooms and raise the awareness of the importance of preservation, proper picking and identification of numerous mushroom varieties, as well as the relevance of mushrooms, especially in the ...

Each November, when the sweet juice of new wine is born, the town of Momjan celebrates the Feast Day of St. Martin, its patron saint. European traditions consider this Catholic saint to be the patron saint of vintners and wine growers and, in many countries, new wine is “baptised” on this very day. Momjan, a small historical town north of Buje, is no exception. It is well known among wine and vine authorities.