We have done a lot of weddings, but they make us happy again and again. This was especially the case because the newlyweds are lovers of gastronomy.
This presents us with a challenge that we look forward to because it gives us the opportunity to do something different and more innovative.
In the text, read about the wedding we did on the Opatija Riviera and find out why Kvarner is an increasingly popular destination for weddings.
Wedding in Kvarner
Kvarner has definitely become a top destination for weddings. Along with Istria, this is the most popular destination for weddings of local and foreign couples.
Namely, this region follows the fact that Croatia has profiled itself as a serious destination for weddings, especially in European contexts.
In addition to the sea and the sun, Kvarner also has a lot of content that newlyweds can enjoy.
For weddings, Austro-Hungarian villas, holiday homes and weddings on the Kvarner islands and outdoors in nature are very popular. The choice for a wedding most often falls on Opatija and the surrounding towns (Lovran, Ika, Ičići), Rijeka, Kastav and island Krk.
A unique wedding in Opatija
Opatija is certainly the most popular destination for weddings.
Beautiful, elegant and luxurious ballrooms, magical villas along the most beautiful promenade in Europe with a beautiful view of the clear blue sea leave all the newlyweds breathless.
This city holds the title of one of the most romantic cities in Europe for a reason.
Our wedding in the Austro-Hungarian villa
The newlyweds booked us for a wedding in beautiful Lovran. Our task was to prepare food, drinks, bar and desserts. We also took care of the staff and decorations for the wedding of about 20 people.
The setting was a beautiful Austro-Hungarian villa. The courtyard with beautiful greenery and a swimming pool is where most of the action took place.
The guests enjoyed the wedding until the early morning with a view of the beautiful sea.
Wedding menu for food lovers
The newlyweds chose a menu from which it is evident that they are food lovers and knows gastronomy very well. Today’s trend is to enjoy in a new experiences and to make something special and unique for special occasions.
Our chef Deniz Zembo and the team of chefs really enjoyed preparing the food for this wedding.
Welcome snacks and drinks
As a welcome and the chef’s introduction to the dinner, the guests were served an amouse bouche with a glass of champagne.
The guests were simply delighted by the tartar cones. Their visual presentation always captivates with its performance, and the guests could enjoy meat, fish and vegetable tartar.
A mix of fish and meat specialties
Octopus in forno was served as the first course of this exciting wedding dinner. Side dishes were Mediterranean vegetables, capers, black olive powder, and the emulsion was made from citrus fruits.
The guests continued with tuna cubes with black garlic cream, smoked yogurt with cauliflower and microgreens.
The new frittata was probably the winner of the night. Presenting the local in a modern way is always interesting. Fritaja with Kvarner shrimp with asparagus and prosciutto was very tasty.
The real specialty closed the evening, and it was beef cheeks.
Sweet table
Sweet tables have recently become an indispensable part of weddings.
Desires can be different, and the newlyweds can choose between cake mix, cream in a glass, princess donuts, muffins, single portions, fruit salads.
Of course, the cake is an integral part of the wedding, and you can see in the picture what we prepared for our newlyweds.
Catering for weddings by Istria Cooking
We are one of the leading catering companies in Istria and Croatia, and one of the few that, in addition to classic catering (finger food and canapes), can also offer on-site cooking of meals in courses.
Istria Cooking provides catering services and wedding dinners throughout Croatia, and we had the privilege of doing weddings on the coast, islands and inland towns, outdoors and in olive groves.
We can prepare traditional and international dishes. In addition, we also offer special diets, i.e. vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dishes.
Our team consists of 15 people and consists of coordinators, chefs, waiters, bartenders, technicians, drivers.
For more information and bookings contact us via mobile: +385 91 615 60 86 (WhatsApp or Viber included) or email: istriacooking@gmail.com.
