Days of Venetian Cuisine
When the flavours of the sea, the freshness of local ingredients and a rich cultural heritage come together, something unique and new is created - the Days of Venetian Cuisine. We invite you to indulge in tempting dishes enriched with a touch of history.
Reviving Venetian Culinary Tradition
The Days of Venetian Cuisine bring together selected restaurateurs from the city of Isola who have prepared unique menus inspired by Venetian traditions for the occasion. The focus is on simple but full flavours and dishes that impress with their simplicity and authenticity.
Participating restaurants
Gostilna Bujol, Gostilna Doro, Gostilnica Gušt, Hiša kulinarike in gostilna Jadranka, Kmetija Medljan, Restavracija Hotela Marina, Restavracija Pergola, Ribja kantina Arrigoni, Cappuccino Svetilnik
Menus will be published on September 5, 2025
The Days of Venetian Cuisine will delight you from September 12th to 28th, 2025.
Participating inns and restaurants
Gostilna Bujol, Verdijeva ulica 10, 6310 Izola
Starters / Main courses: Gamberi croccanti – Crispy prawns
Seppie al nero con polenta – Cuttlefish in black ink with polenta
Riso diavola – Spicy risotto
web | +386 41 799 490 | bujolizola@gmail.com |
Gostilna Doro, Trg padlih za svobodo 1, 6310 Izola
Cold starter: Baccalà mantecato – creamed cod spread
Starters / Main courses: White cod stew with polenta
Spezzatino di manzo – beef stew with polenta
Pasta e fasioi – bean and pasta stew with pancetta
web| 386 5 641 74 96 | gostilnadoro@gmail.com |
Gostilnica Gušt, Drevored 1. maja 5, 6310 Izola
Cold starters: Sardines in saor
Shrimps in saor
Starters / Main courses: Octopus in brodetto with grilled polenta
Fried cuttlefish with cuttlefish mayonnaise
Grilled octopus with sautéed potatoes and spinach
facebook | + 386 31 606 040 | gostilnicagustizola@gmail.com |
Hiša kulinarike in gostilna Jadranka, Polje 8, 6310 Izola
Starters / Main courses: Seafood risotto
Sea bass fillet in butter sauce with zucchini, carrots and creamy polenta
Squid in Malvasia sauce with chard and potatoes
Dessert: Tiramisu
Wine: Malvasia Molle
facebook | +386 51 888 993 | damvar.info@gmail.com |
Kmetija Medljan, Cetore 29, 6310 Izola
Starters / Main courses: Pasta e fagioli – bean and pasta stew
RisiBisi – rice with peas
Riso con le secole – rice with beef pieces
Fegato alla Veneziana – Venetian-style calf or pork liver with polenta
Desserts: Tiramisu, Fritelle
web | +386 40 626 684 | info@medljan.net |
Restavracija Hotela Marina, Veliki trg 11, 6310 Izola
Cold starter (savor): »Venetian-style« sardines
King prawns »al rošo«
Starters / Main courses: Pasta »alla sarda« with roasted fillet of the daily catch
Cuttlefish brodetto with black polenta
Octopus »al sugo« with prosciutto, Savoy cabbage purée and tomato confit
Dessert: “Drunken Venetian” – Millefoglie with ricotta, vanilla cream and figs in Refosco wine
facebook | +386 41 605 333 | restavracija@hotelmarina.si |
Restavracija Lounge Bar Svetilnik, Kopališka ulica 14, 6310 Izola
Warm starter: Scallops on a bed of polenta
Starters / Main courses: Cuttlefish noodles with scampi
Dessert: Štorta cake
facebook | +386 40 777 979 | restavracija.svetilnik@gmail.com|
Restavracija Pergola, Tomažičeva ulica 10, 6310 Izola
Cold starters: Sardines in saor, Codfish trio, Marinated anchovies
Starters / Main courses: Cuttlefish in sauce with polenta
facebook |+386 5 6607 426 | strezba@hotel-delfin.si |
Ribja kantina Arrigoni, Dantejeva ulica (Arrigoni), 6310 Izola
Cold starter: Seafood trio (fish carpaccio, octopus and marinated anchovies)
Starters / Main courses: Pan of seafood with potatoes and vegetables
Dessert: Tiramisu
facebook | |+386 41 394 512 | laraj.doo@gmail.com
Did you know?
In 1267, Izola became part of the Venetian Republic, which greatly influenced life in the town. Venetian influences left a lasting mark, especially on the cuisine, which is based on local and seasonal ingredients and follows the principle of "zero kilometers." Venetian cuisine emphasizes natural flavors, which are often overlooked in today's fast-paced life.
With the Days of Venetian Cuisine, we are bringing back simplicity and authenticity, encouraging you to indulge in the moment. Bon appétit!
Support Local
The Days of Venetian Cuisine not only highlight flavors rooted in tradition but also values that are the foundation of the local community. By visiting participating inns and restaurants, you support local providers who preserve and develop the Istrian identity while promoting environmentally friendly agriculture and fishing.
In doing so, you contribute to sustainability based on respect for nature, local resources, and traditions. Alongside unique culinary experiences, you help foster the development of the local economy and sustainable practices that strengthen community bonds.
