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THE TRUFFLE HUNT

Gorazd Čad — Mon, 02 Mar 2015 08:10:49 +0000

Engage yourself in the search of the “diamond of the kitchen”. Istria is a very famous and quite known destination for its truffles which are a highly esteemed and highly prized delicacy in the world of gastronomy. Under the supervision and guidance of professionals learn the basics of truffle hunting and with the help of […]

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Truffle hunting in the Istrian hinterland

Gorazd Čad — Fri, 22 Aug 2014 06:37:29 +0000

We start exploring the autochthonous hinterland of Istria in the company of a local truffle collector and his loyal dogs. You will participate in a true search for the famous Istrian truffle. The excitement will be continued with a visit to Motovun, Oprtalj, Završje and Grožnjan, four medieval Istrian towns located on picturesque hills in […]

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WINE AND ART TOUR

Gorazd Čad — Fri, 18 Jul 2014 08:10:36 +0000

The central point of this journey is the olive orchards and vineyards of Agrolaguna, the largest in Croatia, and the “City of Artists” Grožnjan. The journey leads you through the picturesque surrounds of Green Istria, the fertile valleys and fields above which there are medieval fortified towns all the way to the complexes of olive […]

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COURSE IN ISTRIAN COOKING

Gorazd Čad — Fri, 18 Jul 2014 06:06:38 +0000

Other than beautiful nature, rich history and cultural heritage, one of the hidden treasures of Istria is in its cuisine. The traditional Istrian meals are filled with original tastes and aromas that area created as a result of combining specific climates, countries and old recipes. The tradition of cooking is transferred from generation to generation, […]

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TRUFFLE HUNTING

Gorazd Čad — Fri, 04 Jul 2014 06:49:08 +0000

Hunt for the Istrian white truffle, one of the most renowned in the world, near Gračišće and Livade, accompanied by a professional truffle hunter and a trained dog. The guests go deep into the Istrian forests and spend approximately three hours searching for Istrian white or black truffles, depending on the season. Guests can keep […]

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PARENZANA CYCLING TOUR

Gorazd Čad — Sun, 29 Jun 2014 09:04:17 +0000

The Parenzana cycling tour takes you on the route of the popular Parenzana cycling path and introduces you to a number of picturesque towns, such as Grožnjan, the ‘town of artists’ and Livad, the Istrian white truffle capital. The tour is named after the Parenzana railroad that connected Istria with other parts of the Austro-Hungarian […]

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ISTRIAN BEST KEPT SECRETS

Gorazd Čad — Wed, 18 Jun 2014 14:14:30 +0000

Beautiful scenery, good people, quiet and peaceful life, this is Istria! Drive with legendary Lada Niva Jeeps and visit beautiful Istrian hinterland, hidden places and abandoned villages. Seek truffles with truffle seeker and his specially trained dog, taste Istrian wines and olive oil in family run vineyards or olive yards and have lunch at Istrian […]

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