I honestly believe that one of the best ways to experience the culture of a destination is through its food. This could not have held more true for the country of Croatia. I could literally taste the country’s tumultuous history through the meals that we enjoyed. We found traces of Austria and Hungary with the schnitzel and strudels in Zagreb, and could taste the fact that Venice once controlled the coastal cities of Opatika and Rijeka in the delicious pastas, pizzas, and gnocchi.
I loved that the majority of our meals started with a charcuterie plate. In most cases, the cheese that accompanied the cured meats came from the island of Pag. As a self proclaimed cheese connoisseur, I found Pag’s sheep cheese to be the perfect blend of sharp and creamy.
Until scratch and taste computer monitors are invented, I’m stuck with leaving you these mouthwatering pictures that will at least give you a visual of all the deliciousness that awaits you in Croatia.
One of the many exquisite hotel breakfasts that we enjoyed.
A creamy gorgonzola gnocchi.
A chocolate and chestnut mousse
Berry strudel in Zagreb
One of many charcuterie plates
Steak with a creamy chestnut sauce and a side of perfectly cooked pasta
Four cheese pizza enjoyed in Pag, Croatia
Tart Maraska cherry juice in Zadar, Croatia
Cured meats and Pag cheese
One of my favorite meals from Croatia. Light and fluffy gorgonzola gnocchi with turkey medallions.
A glass of local Maraschino in Zadar, Croatia. We might have brought a few bottles home with us. 
Which dish looked the most delicious to you? Have you tasted Croatia yet? We would love to hear your experience in the comment section below.
We were guests of Croatia courtesy of The Croatia Tourism Board and DQMPR. All thoughts, opinions, and weight gain are our own.
Is that pašticada under the cheersing glasses of wine? Hands down my favorite Croatian dish!
Love the way you’re showing me Croatia via Food – it all looks amazing.
Maria recently posted…Wordless Wednesday – Ogoh-ogoh
We had a great time in Zagreb. I loved the burek and the hot chocolate, as well as the fresh fruits and vegetables on the market.
Tiphanya recently posted…Voyageurs : chefs d’entreprise, nomades, parents
I confess I didn’t know anything about food in Croatia before reading your post here.
Well, it all looks very appetizing and worth the trip – I see you guys didn’t waste your foodie time around Croatia. YUMMY photos!
Zara @ Backpack ME recently posted…Casino Lisboa
It all looks good
Next time we are there, we’ll have to try the gnocchi with turkey medallions.
Michael recently posted…Top Things to do in Venice Italy
You haven’t fully experienced the place without trying their cuisines
Kathryn Dilligard recently posted…The Site Owl
Am absolutely in love with that chocolate and chestnut mousse ..Gnocchi is something that I havent really tasted till date…
I’m still craving that gorgonzola and bacon gnocchi!!!
Kirsten Alana recently posted…Why I Chose to Work with HouseTrip
Those are very tasty food. I have to admit I salivated while I was watching those yummy pictures.