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Breakfast
Bistro Dubrava C-2, Placa 6, tel. (+385-20) 32
12 29. Offers classics like ham and eggs in great
surroundings. QOpen 08:00 - 22:00. (34 - 56kn).
AB
Orlando C,D-2, Placa bb, tel. (+385-20) 44 25 73,
sales@esculap-teo.hr, www.esculap-teo.hr. A perfect
spot for breakfast on a warm day: this place has just three
tables inside but a wonderful terrace right on Stradun.
Apart from home-baked rolls and croissants, you can treat
yourself to pršut, scrambled eggs, fresh juice, tea and
coffee. A bit on the pricey side due to the prime location.
QOpen 07:30 - 21:00. Closed December - February 15.
(10 - 74kn). JB
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Proto C-2, Široka 1, tel. (+385-20) 32 32 34, sales@
esculap-teo.hr, www.esculap-teo.hr. Nautika’s little
brother is not only a little cheaper but also has a wonderful
location just off Stradun. Superb food - mainly seafood, but
meat dishes kick ass too - a supremely romantic ambience
and friendly service make this a strong contender for
top dining spot. QOpen 11:00 - 22:00. (150 - 250kn).
PAGB
YC Orsan H-2, Ivana Zajca 2, tel. (+385-20) 43 68 22,
ankora.doo@du.t-com.hr. The restaurant of Dubrovnik’s
yacht club has a reputation as one of the evergreen reliable
spots for good quality food. The emphasis is, appropriately
enough, on seafood. Plenty of terrace seating overlooks
the yachts and assorted marine traffic in the Gruž harbour.
QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. (50 - 200kn). PALB
Vegetarian
Nishta C-2, Prijeko 30, tel. (+385-20) 32 20 88, info@
nishtarestaurant.com, www.nishtarestaurant.com. Jam
packed into a street filled with restaurants is this small haven
for non-meaty lovers. You’ll find vegetarian food from all over
the world including Mexican, Indian and Chinese. Choose from
falafel, curry, soups and spring-rolls. A lot of thought has gone
into the design of the toilets, so make sure you arrive with a
full bladder otherwise you will miss out on the joke. QOpen
11:30 - 22:30. Closed Sun. December Open 11:30 - 17:00.
Closed Mon, Sun. Closed January, February. March Open
11:30 - 15:00, 18:00 - 22:00. Closed Sun. ABS
Wine bars
D’vino C-2, Palmotićeva 4a, tel. (+385-20) 32 11 30,
info@dvino.net, www.dvino.net. In a narrow street just off
the Stradun, this is a great place for sampling local tipple by
the glass, with good advice on what to try from the friendly
staff. Attracts a good mix of locals and tourists, most of whom
end up engaged in half-sozzled conversation on the stone
steps outside. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00. Closed December,
January. A
Mantala
A purple-coloured cake served with sweet black syrup,
almonds and cinnamon.
Gastro events
21.10 2012 Friday - 01.04 2012 Sunday
Imperial Afternoon
K-3, Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik, Marijana Blažića 2. A
sweet tooth sensation coming your way! Visit the Lobby
Bar of the Imperial Hotel and drool over the endless
amount of cakes, strudels and other sweets available
for a mere 45kuna! Hotel Chef Christopher Gauci works
his magic and the price also includes coffee, tea as well
as 3 hours of free parking. On Mondays, Wednesdays,
Fridays from 15:00 to 19:00 and with live piano
performances on weekends. The winter blues suddenly
seem so sweeter!
02.02 2012 Thursday
Bitter Orange Celebration Day
D-3, Towards the Sponza Palace. For centuries
Dubrovnik gardens have been adorned by bitter orange
trees to the point that their unique scent and taste have
seen them enter food, medicine and aromatic circles. This
charity event promotes products such as cakes, jams,
marmalades and liqueurs made purely from this fruit. Just
head towards the Sponza Palace to dig in!
18.03 2012 Sunday
Festival of oysters
C-2, Stradun. Legend has it that the Austrian emperors
centuries ago loved to devour oysters, which reputedly
had magical powers. We are, of course, talking specifically
about the oysters that came from the Mali Ston Bay,
a part of the Dubrovnik region where the oysters are
still nurtured in the cleanest and clearest sea in the
world. Oysters are ripe and most tasty in March, when
the Feast of Saint Joseph is celebrated. Gastronomy
experts claim that oysters should be served fresh and
sprinkled with lemon juice. And that is exactly how you
will be able to taste them, freshly opened and with the
scent of the sea.
29.03 2012 Thursday - 01.04 2012 Sunday
Mediterranean fair of healthy food and
medicinal herbs
F-2, Tirena Hotel, Iva Dulčića 22, www.mediteranskisajam.com.
This is a great chance to learn about
traditional organic products from all over Croatia, to try out
some healthy foods and learn about natural remedies. In
this part of the world, even doctors are likely to tell you to
buy a packet of camomile tea rather than immediately
prescribing antibiotics. Funnily enough, it works and it’s
much better for you. (Obviously, always consult your
doctor first if you have pre-existing health problems or
suspect a more serious ailment).
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