Istria – The Land of Wine, Olives and Truffles
There is a place on the Mediterranean where landscapes, tradition, and gastronomy blend into one – that place is Istria.
Here, food is not just nourishment, but a way of life. Each ingredient carries a story: of the soil that nurtures it, the people who create it, and the time that refines it.
“The Flavours of Istria” is an invitation to embark on a culinary journey through authentic tastes, aromas, and landscapes – from olive groves and vineyards to rustic taverns and family farms nestled in the Istrian hills.
The Wine Roads of Istria – Between the Sea and the Vineyards
Gentle hills overlooking the Adriatic hide hundreds of vineyards and family-owned wineries.
From Buje and Brtonigla, across Momjan and Motovun to Bale and Vodnjan, the Istrian Wine Roads (https://www.istra.hr/en/gourmet/wine/wine-makers) lead to the heart of Mediterranean winemaking.
Discover Istrian winemakers – from hidden family cellars to renowned estates – and taste the region’s signature varieties: fresh Malvasia, full-bodied Teran, and aromatic Muscat.
Every drop tells a story of the sun, the soil, and generations of passion.
Olive Oil – The Golden Drop of the Mediterranean
Istria has been named the best olive-growing region in the world for the ninth consecutive time according to the Flos Olei guide.
Olives growing between Buje, Vodnjan, and Medulin produce oil of perfect balance – fresh, aromatic, and with a distinctive peppery finish.
Follow the Olive Oil Roads of Istria (https://www.istra.hr/en/gourmet/evoo) and discover both small family mills and award-winning producers – places where the true golden essence of Istria is born.
Taste Buža, Bjelica, or Pendolino – varieties that place Istria alongside Tuscany and Apulia in both quality and tradition.
Flavours of Tradition – Prosciutto, Cheese, Honey and Truffles
The true journey of taste goes beyond wineries and olive mills – it continues in konobas (taverns) and agritourisms (https://www.istra.hr/en/gourmet/where-to-eat) where old recipes and heartfelt hospitality are still preserved.
On Istrian tables, you’ll find prosciutto cured in the Bora wind, cheeses made from cow and sheep milk, local honey, olives, and truffles from the Motovun forest – the jewels of Istrian gastronomy.
Try fresh seafood, traditional Istrian pasta, or meat from the native boškarin cattle, and discover the richness of flavours that make Istria a true gourmet paradise.
A Lasting Experience
“The Flavours of Istria” is more than a culinary route – it’s a journey that connects nature, culture, and emotion.
It leads from the sea to the hills, from vineyards to olive groves, from taverns to agritourism estates – and it doesn’t end on the plate, but in the heart of every guest.
Briskva Vacation Rentals Agency lovingly recommends villas, apartments, and holiday homes near Istria’s wine roads, olive groves, and traditional restaurants – so you can experience Istria with all your senses: taste, scent, and soul.