Istrian konobas are places where recipes are passed down through generations, and in winter, you are welcomed by the warmth of an open fireplace. Whether you stay in Žminj (Konoba Puli Pineta, Konoba Žminjka) or explore the Istrian interior (around Motovun, Oprtalj, Hum, and Buzet), be sure to taste handmade Žminj makaruni, fuži and pljukanci pasta with free-range rooster stew (žgvacet), traditional maneštra soup, indigenous Istrian boškarin beef, and dishes with fresh black and white truffles.

For a true return to tradition, visit family-run agritourisms across central Istria – from Agroturizam Familija Ferlin right in Žminj to renowned estates around Sveti Petar u Šumi, Pazin, Motovun, and Gračišće. Here you can enjoy a warm homely atmosphere, farm-to-table ingredients, homemade prosciutto, sheep’s cheese, traditional dishes cooked under the baking bell (peka), and house wine. Note: Advance phone reservation is almost always required for agritourisms.

Whenever you are in the mood for a relaxed evening without formalities, a great pizza, or a juicy burger – whether dining out or grabbing takeaway for a cozy movie night in our private home cinema – fantastic options await right in Žminj (Pizzeria Orhideja, Pizzeria To je To, Bistro & Pizzeria Ružmarin, and Fast Food To je To famous for gourmet burgers), as well as in numerous acclaimed pizzerias across the Istrian coast and interior.

Thanks to our central location, in just 25 to 35 minutes you can indulge in fresh Adriatic fish, seafood, and contemporary fine dining in Rovinj, Poreč, Pula, Fažana, or Lim Bay (famous for its fresh oyster and mussel farms). For meat lovers and fans of refined cuisine, top restaurants across Istria – from Vodnjan and Bale to Buje – blend local ingredients with modern culinary artistry.