05 Sep 2018

Lavender from Pekici: fragrant bread and dream kažun

The first time I was passing through dense woods near village of Pekici close to San Vincenti, I felt strong scent of lavender. I wasn’t not […]
05 Sep 2018

Istrian castles: plague, wars and witches cannot harm them

Ten years ago when I decided to visit most of the Istrian castes, I was left stunned. First of all, with their quantity since up till […]
05 Sep 2018
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San Vincenti and legends: House of witch Mara

Aren’t you bewitched with San Vincenti? It’s very easy to be so. Those streets, square, castle, churches…This small place with around 300 inhabitants is so magical […]
19 Apr 2018

Asparagus: istrian wild treasure

When the first spring sun winkles out young grass and spring flowers, especially Istrian orchids begin to sprout from warm Mediterranean crimson land, it is time […]
07 Sep 2017

Armed Istrians: collection of old customs and weapons

Did you know that Istrians used to be armed up to their teeth? Yes, it’s hard to believe, but I can tell you from my own […]
22 Jul 2017

Malvasia: absolute queen of istrian wine cellars

Like in all Mediterranean countries and regions, in Croatia and Istria winegrowing runs through veins of native people. Grape vine is one of the most typical […]