Central & Eastern Istria
Occupying the extensive cellars of the elegant 1907-built Narodni Dom (People's House), this Aladdin's cave is filled with glistening bottles, hip flasks…
Must-see shopping in Istria
Istria's West Coast
Drop in to this olive-oil producer to stock up on the top-notch product (knock on the door and try your luck in winter), or phone ahead to arrange a tour …
Istria's West Coast
Unlike Vodnjan's many back-door operations, Brist sells its range of five excellent extra virgin olive oils from a cute little shop on the main street…
Motovun
Truffles infuse olive oil, cheese and sausage in this cute wee shop. However, the main reason to visit is to arrange a truffle hunt (around €65 per person…
Istria's West Coast
Operating out of an ordinary-looking house on the outskirts of town, Cadenela sells top-quality extra virgin olive oils from the family orchard. Call…
Rovinj
This cute little women's fashion boutique carries the work of Croatian and international designers, including interesting linens and scarves, and some…
Central & Eastern Istria
Hidden away in a cave near the main roundabout in the bottom part of town, this little store stocks truffles in various shapes and forms – in olive oil,…
Rovinj
Although it's still a fresh-produce market, many of the stalls in this open-sided covered space now sell products aimed at visiting foodies: olive oils,…
Rovinj
Heed the siren's call to this aquamarine-painted and mermaid-adorned grotto. Inside you'll find contemporary takes on pearl bracelets and necklaces, all…
Poreč
Don't miss the great leather items designed and handmade by a brother-and-sister team at this tiny storefront with cool bags, flip-flops, briefcases and…
Central & Eastern Istria
This outpost of the Buzet distillery sells it's own branded rakija (grappa) and jams, along with wine, chocolate, truffle products and souvenirs.
Central & Eastern Istria
Stocks about 30 rakija (grappa) varieties, including seven brands of biska (made from white mistletoe).
Central & Eastern Istria
The best place in town to sample and buy Istrian truffles, oil, cheese, wine and rakija (grappa).
Rovinj
Galerija Brek sells photos of Rovinj and Istria and a small selection of diverse works by local artists.
Rovinj
Sells beautiful ceramic pieces from the ground floor of a gorgeous old town house.
