Thanks to Tournant and their amazing open fire workshop this September in Istria I experienced my first ever truffle hunting. We stayed for 4 days in beautiful villa in Livade overlooking hills of Motovu. Such a magical scenery to wake up to, covered with morning mist. Beside amazing food, great company and beautiful nature we did excursions every day. One of my favorite was truffle hunting operated by Karlić family. First they showed us their property and made for us some delicious food; scrambled eggs with truffles and some sweets combined with chocolate spread mixed with truffles. Most of the families who run this kind of business have their own forests where they search for truffles. We went in the forest with our guide and two beautiful dogs trained for truffle hunt. Their names are Leila and Candy. Candy that day wasn’t really into work so Leila saved the day. 🙂 Because they grow underground they’re very difficult to find. But fortunately, truffles have a particularly pungent perfume that mimics certain hormones given off by pigs so other pigs can be trained to hunt them. Dogs are also used to go truffle hunting in Croatia since pigs tend to eat the flavorsome […]
Earlier this year when I got an invite from my blogger friend to come and spend two days in beautiful b&b Palazzo Angelica in Oprtalj I couldn’t be more happier. Actually it’s sad that I have travelled all around the World but this was my first time in Istria- one of the most beautiful regions in Croatia. I didn’t have big expectations but to have fun with rest of the bloggers and to see as much as I can from this picturesque little village. We had an itinerary that was mostly combined with tastings of local food and beverages. Do I need to tell that gin and beer tasting was my favorite. Maybe, but just maybe we had few drinks over the limit but that’s what good company is for ! 🙂 Oprtalj is small village situated in the central Istria, right next to famous “Motovun “! This area is known for truffles and wines. Everyone who loves good food should come here and try their authentic cousin. You will thank me later ! Our stay in villa was amazing ; huge pool, great company and perfect weather – all elements for a great time. If you are curious to […]