Taste the Mediterranean: Ultimate gourmet festival
For the second time, Mali Lošinj is hosting the International Festival Taste the Mediterranean From September 9 to 13, visitors will have the opportunity to sample the very best that the Kvarner – the European Region of Gastronomy 2026, has to offer to lovers of Mediterranean flavours
The festival brings together award-winning chefs and winemakers from numerous countries and other Croatian regions: they showcase their culinary art to the visitors and share their knowledge with top local chefs and aspiring cooks - students from the local hospitality and culinary school.
Here's why Mali Lošinj is the ultimate destination for enjoying late summer.
Four Chefs of the Year for One Evening
For the first time four Chefs of the Year – title awarded by the Croatian edition of the prestigeous Gault&Millau gastronomic guide - will prepare together an exclusive dinner. Marijo Curić (Chef of the Year 2023) - Restaurant 360 in Dubrovnik, Marko Đurašević (Chef of the Year 2024) - Restaurant Val di Breno in Srebreno, Rudi Štefan (Chef of the Year 2025) – Restaurant Pelegrini in Šibenik and Stiven Vunić (Chef of the Year 2026) - Konoba Zijavica in Mošćenička Draga, have crafted a nine-course menu, accompanied by a premium selection of wines and the best cheeses by President.
At the terrace of the impressive Hotel Bellevue situated in the enchanting Čikat Bay, the guests will be treated to a truly unique gastronomic experience It will be a rare opportunity to sample, all in one place, the finest dishes from renowned chefs representing restaurants across Kvarner and Dalmatia, all awarded Gault&Millau toques as well as Michelin stars and plates.
Saturday, 12/09/2026, price of dinner with wines: 110 € plus 5% service charge.
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Italy and Kvarner for 2 Michelin stars
Another exclusive four-hands dinner at the impressive Alhambra Boutique Hotel is prepared by top Italian chef Peter Brunel owner and chef of the restaurant Peter Brunel Ristorante Gourmet, in Arco, (Trentino Alto Adige region), and his host Daniel Skokić, chef at the Alfred Keller restaurant.
Both restaurants hold one Michelin star, and their creative, innovative and, above all, delicious dishes will delight even the most discerning guests. The food will be paired with premium wines from the Masciarelli winery in Italy’s Abruzzo region, personally presented by the renowned winemaker Marina Cvetić.
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Friday, 11/09/2026, price of dinner with accompanying wines from the Kvarner and Abruzzo regions: 165 €
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Island gastronomy at Special Prices
The Mediterranean in Kvarner is a special offer of the leading Mali Lošinj's restaurants during the Taste the Mediterranean festival. In restaurants Bocca Vera, Deveron Gastro Pub, Draga Pizza, Moby Dick Gelateria, Noštromo and Za Kantuni the guests can order a special Mediterranean menu - a 3-course lunch or dinner, with a glass of wine or a cocktail, at special festival prices.
Mali Lošinj, 09 -13/09/2026, see menus and prices under RESTAURANTS.
Losinava: regattas, good food, good fun
The traditional Losinava event – a festival of the sea, sails and maritime heritage – from September 5 to 19, it is clear why in late summer all roads lead to the island of vitality. A blend of regattas, concerts, education, interactive workshops dedicated to the maritime tradition of the island, local gastronomy, luxurious rooms and suits, excellent service at Lošinj Hotels&Villas, and delicacies prepared by top chefs – make an irresistible invitation to the Taste the Mediterranean festival.
