Dubrovnik Delights: Local Wine, Olive Oil, and Gourmet Food Experience with PhD Student Guide

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Embark on an epicurean adventure in Dubrovnik with a local PhD student guide. Discover the region’s top wines, olive oils, and gourmet dishes while immersing yourself in history and culture.

Duration: 3 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Old Town - While we are walking through the Old Town of Dubrovnik (also known as The Pearl of Adriatic), we will pass by all the major attractions, such as Revelin fort, Ploče gate, Lazareti, Franciscan monastery, Onofrio’s fountain, Rupe museum, Farmers market and Jesuits stairs and Rector’s Palace.
In the Old town, we are going to visit 4 family-run places. In the first one, there will be a guided evaluation of olive oil, where you are going to learn how to easily recognize the main characteristics of extra virgin olive oil (15 minutes). After that, we are going to two restaurants where we’ll try 4 wines paired with four dishes (a total of 60 min). In the end, we are going to have dessert in the last place. In between, we are going to learn about the history of Dubrovnik and the historical-cultural context of food and wine on the tour.
Onofrio’s Large Fountain - While passing by Large Onofrio’s fountain we are going to talk about the peak time of the famous Dubrovnik Republic and biggest engineering projects of that time.
The Rupe Museum - While walking through off the beaten path parts of the Old City and enjoying the view of rooftops, we will pass by one of the best museums in Dubrovnik, the 16th-century granary of Dubrovnik.
Rector’s Palace - Perfect spot to talk about the political system of the Republic. Why it was so successful and what tricks were used by the Aristocracy to find the way out of many threats made by stronger opponents?

What's Included

Lunch included
Expert-led tour with an enologist and PhD student in Wine
Taste award-winning Dubrovnik wines
Enjoy an intimate experience with a small-group tour
Learn olive oil tasting techniques from a licensed Olive Oil Sommelier

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Additional Information

Embark on a culinary journey through the finest offerings of Dubrovnik, guided by a local connoisseur. Dom will introduce you to the flavor-packed world of locally produced olive oils, wines, and cuisine at Dubrovnik’s premier restaurants (IG deliciousdubrovnik). Here, there’s no room for small appetizers or industrial-made items. Dom is a doctoral scholar, wine producer, and olive cultivator, who is deeply passionate about history.
Croatia and Dubrovnik are known for their wine and gastronomic delights that have earned accolades at renowned competitions such as Decanter in London (wine) and NYIOOC (olive oil). Due to somewhat small-scale production, these exceptional products sometimes go unnoticed by tourists.
Prepare to delight your palate with four distinctive varieties of wine, paired with four culinary dishes, and a directed appraisal of two extra virgin olive oils. Moreover, lose yourself in the history and cultural milieu.
Experience the authentic Mediterranean lifestyle as you savor the region’s finest while wandering within the spectacular city walls of Dubrovnik.

Wine tasting is available to customers 18 years of age and above only

Location

Onofrio's Large Fountain

Poljana Paska Miličevića

Under orange trees right next to the fountain

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Bernard

Aug 21, 2024

Terrific - Great guy - knowledgeable and interesting. One of those people who hasn’t been captured and instead shares his wisdom with great skill and bonhomie. All his recommendations for pairings worked. Everyone talked about the experience afterwards.