Vegetarian & vegan Istria cooking class

by EatIstria

About the experience

We meet at the Pula city center and then we head for our family farm where our cooking studio – Scuola is (15 minutes from Pula by car). There we prepare maneštra, a thick bean-based soup, creamy risottos, or pastas with vegetable- or mushroom-based sauces. In the spring, wild asparagus are prepared in a variety of ways. Alternatively, we use seitan, tofu, or tempeh to give meat-based local cuisine a vegetarian twist. Why this class is important is because, actually, Istrian cuisine is basically vegetarian, even vegan - as people were poor and couldn't afford that much meat. So, this way you experience true Istrian cuisine founded back in the past! This class is 6 hours long overall.

Free cancellation

Full amount up to 48h before the service starts

Min and max number of people

2 - 15

Languages

Croatian , English

Has to be booked in advance (minimally)

48 h

Private experience available

This service has private experience offers.

Offer and prices

Vege Istria class (regular price)

€140.00

per person

Vege Istria class (price if 5-8 people)

€133.00

per person

Guided tasting of premium Istrian wines

€45.00

per person

Vege Istria class (price if 9-12 people)

€126.00

per person

Vege Istria class (price if 12-15 people)

€119.00

per person

What exactly is included

guidance and cooking with a household cook
tour of Pula's fish and green market, where we source all ingredients
welcome drink
brunch before we start the class
three-course meal (starter, main, dessert)
one bottle (0.75 L) of quality Istrian wine
all ingredients and materials
coffee and/or digestif (rakija, herb infused liquors...)
guided tasting of premium Istrian wines (optional)
transfer from Pula to Scuola and back

Location or meeting point

If you think you might have trouble finding the exact location, do not worry. Upon booking confirmation we will deliver exact coordinates to your email address. In your voucher you will receive instructions on how to reach the location correctly, as well (if provided by the host). Some agencies will let you pick among several pick-up locations or pick you at the specific location of your own choice (e.g. your apartment). This is why they have your phone number and you have theirs - so you can easily arrange this over the phone.

Need a transfer to the location?

After booking your experience you will have an option to book a transfer to the destination, as well.

Why this local experience is authentic

Vegan & vegetarian cuisine actually represents the true tradition of Istrian cooking, as people used to be poor and thus Istrian cuisine used to be short on meat. Discover tradition and authenticity of these old times with us!