Food & Drink in Rovinj
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From USD 132Truffle Hunting and 3-course Truffle Brunch in Motovun
In the picturesque town of Motovun, immerse yourself in the art of truffle hunting with Miro Tartufi. Guided by expert local hunters and their trained dogs, this adventure takes you through the enchanting Istrian woods as you search for the region's prized truffles. Discover the rich traditions behind this culinary treasure and learn how these unique flavors are uncovered. After your hunt, savor a delightful tasting of truffle specialties, including homemade truffle cheese and fresh scrambeled eggs topped with shaved truffles, all crafted to showcase the essence of Istria. Perfect for foodies and nature enthusiasts alike, this experience invites you to connect with nature and culture through the intoxicating world of truffles. - Guided hunting experience led by local experts and dogs - Enjoy a tasting of authentic truffle delicacies - Learn about the history and culture of truffle hunting in Istria - Experience stunning landscapes in a friendly, family-run setting
From USD 452Wine Tour - The Best of Istria
Imagine mysterious lands hiding fabulous hilltop towns, colorful vineyards with old, authentic estates and wineries where you can taste the traditional flavors and enjoy the finest Istrian wines. During this whole day tour, you will visit three wineries where you will try 5 to 8 wines in each combined with delicious, local snacks like Istrian cheese, sausages, olive oil. All wineries to visit differ in approach to wine making and style of the wines but all are among the best in Croatia with an international recognition and awards. You will visit wine cellars and learn about different styles of production: long maceration, no maceration, ageing in barriques, in big wooden vessels or in stainless steel tanks... and taste fresh and aged wines made from indigenous, Istrian grape varieties but also blends with international grape varieties. You will also have 4-course early dinner in fantastic, family owned restaurant combining traditional cuisine with modern touch.
From USD 52Truffle hunting adventure
What makes my truffle hunting adventure unique? It od a real truffle hunt, not just a demonstration. Guests experience authentic truffle hunting in the forest together with trained dogs. We also keep our groups small — a maximum of 10 people — to ensure a more personal, intimate, and authentic experience. Truffle is an unusual subterranean fungus. There are two important varieties of truffles: white truffle (Tuber Magnatum) and black truffle (Tuber Melanosporum). Both of these can be found in the Motovun forest located in the valley of the Mirna River. Even though truffles can be found elsewhere, Motovun truffles are considered to be of the highest quality.
From USD 429Wine & more Tour , private guided wine tour from ROVINJ & PULA to wine cellars
Come and join us on the tour of the wineries of Istria, Croatia. We will take you to some of the most beautiful wine cellars in Istria, tasting up to 5 wines in each winery and enjoying some breathtaking views of Istrian countryside. Our groups are small, up to 8 people, giving the "private" tour feel. The pick up will be at your accommodation and the tour lasts up to 7 hours. The wines tasted at the wineries are all representative of the area of ISTRIA, so red wines are made from Teran, Refosk, Merlot and other red grape varieties. You’ll also have the opportunity of tasting a Malvazija Istarska at each winery.
From USD 452Istrian tapestry - gourmet tour combining wine, truffles and olive oil
Indulge yourself with a truly unique experience and discover all special tastes of Istria. Start your day with a glass of sumptuous malvazija. Wine tasting is the best way to discover Istrian wine heritage. You will try 5 to 8 wines combined with delicious, local snacks. You will visit the wine cellar and get familiar with the process of wine production. Another Istrian specialties - truffles and truffle hunting are a fantastic way to see how this delicacy ends on our plates. Friendly host will explain you interesting facts about truffles while you go with him and his dogs to the forest to see how he finds truffles. Follows truffle tasting. You will visit famous Motovun to discover more charms of Istria. Third taste of Istria is of course olive oil. Istria is among the best olive oil producers in the world. While olive oil tasting you will try different olive oils and you will be explained about all aspects of growing olive grove and production. With olive oil go delicious snacks.
From USD 217A Sample Of Wine, A Sample Of Istria - A Short But Fulfilled Program
The idea of half-day tour is to present wines from two different wineries for those who are limited with time. You will have opportunity to try fresh and aged wines made from indigenous grape varieties but also blends with international grape varieties. One winery is young, second one has long tradition but both wineries are among the best in Croatia with international recognition and international awards. During half day program you would have two professional wine tastings with an expert guide from each winery with rich, local snacks, you would visit wine cellars and experience the beauty of Istria. Transportation and guiding are included in price. I include only the best wineries and restaurants in my programs. Wine tastings in wineries are scheduled by special arrangement and you are not obligated to buy wines in wineries, only if you wish to.