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Olive oil, or maslinovo ulje in Croatian, is also called "liquid gold" and many olive oil producers from Croatia have won international awards and other high accolades for their oil. Olive groves can easily be found throughout many areas of the country, especially in the regions of Istria, Dalmatia and several islands. Olive oil is used in or on a lot of the food in Croatia, such as soups, on meats, salads, vegetables, pastas, pizzas and bread. You are much more likely to

Croatian cuisine is something not to be missed while on vacation and I'm here to share all you need to know about it. With seafood plucked fresh from the Adriatic daily and year round markets full of fresh produce, meats, dairy and baked goods, your tastebuds are certain to be tantalized. Croatian food is and has always been organic. They do not need labels or stickers separating conventional vs. organic and they do not call it "organic," they just call the food item by it

If you are on vacation it's very likely you will want at least one day where you do not need to cook a meal and instead go out to eat. Not only this, but trying another country's food is part of the traveling experience and can teach you a lot about the culture. After traveling back and forth from the USA to Croatia since 2010 I have been able to compile a pretty substantial list of restaurants. These recommendations are either my favorite places to eat or my Croatian fami

It's May or Svibanj in Croatian! Everyone is beginning to buzz because the summer season is right around the corner. Croatia in May is one of the best months of the year to come visit before the summer crowds begin. The weather is warm but not hot and there are plenty of fun spring events to attend. Everything is blooming from flowers to fruits and vegetables. There are still some cooler days but nothing uncomfortable so you can get outside, enjoy the sunshine, but it ma

October, or Listopad in Croatian, really highlights the season's food and is a gorgeous time of year for outdoor activities as much of the foliage changes from green to red, yellow and orange. Temperatures are cooler but it is refreshing and comfortable. Whether you are strolling along the shore or hiking through the mountains of Croatia in October, it would be wise to pack some sweaters, long pants and jackets. Fall in the Vinodol Valley Istria 300 in Poreč: October 3rd T