During the first week of the festival, from October 6 to 12, a wide range of events will take place, including Dubrovnik Restaurant Week, wine tastings, workshops, themed dinners, and signature dinners with renowned chefs such as Ivan Pažanin, David Skoko, Marko Đurašević, “Foodravanje,” and many other unmissable happenings. More than 60 restaurants are participating in the festival, with talented chefs specially creating festival menus at promotional prices.

Throughout the festival, visitors will have the chance to taste new dishes in Dubrovnik, Župa Dubrovačka, Konavle, Cavtat, and Slano. It is a perfect opportunity to discover new restaurants and let Dubrovnik’s hospitality professionals surprise you with their creativity and tempting culinary delights.

In addition to special restaurant menus, the rich festival program once again includes the Program Plus: gourmet tours of the Old Town, a gastronomic excursion to Pelješac and Ston, and the “Samo hrvatsko” (Only Croatian) fair of local products, held at Lujo Šoletić Park in Gruž.

Program Highlights

Monday, October 6

• 10:00 | Restaurant Local: Cooking workshop – from selecting fresh ingredients to preparing homemade bread, macaroni, and other delicacies.
• 18:00 | Škar Winery: Vinorel, a painting workshop blending art and wine.

Tuesday, October 7

• 17:00 | Akademis Garište: Workshop “How to Combine Olive Oil with Sponge Cake and Creams.”
• Afternoon | Restaurant Lucijan, The Pucić Palace Hotel: Sweet journey “Around the World in Eight Cakes.”
• 19:00 | Hotel Kazbek: Themed dinner “Imotska Culinary Tradition with a Modern Twist” by chef Mario Bukarica, accompanied by a live performance by Tedi Spalato.
• 20:00 | Caffe & Cocktail Bar Promenada: Dub Pub Gastro Quiz – where gastronomy meets competitive fun.

Wednesday, October 8

• 17:00 | Akademis Garište: Another session of “How to Combine Olive Oil with Sponge Cake and Creams.”
• 19:00 | Restaurant Marco Polo: A culinary spectacle by chef Ivan Pažanin and Irina Brajčić, blending fine dining, creativity, and passion for food.

Thursday, October 9

• 10:00 | Renaissance Art Restaurant: Gastro Art Party – a painting workshop led by artist Andrea Vukoje Prce, combining creative expression with a lively atmosphere.
• 18:30 | Akademis Čingrija: Exclusive dinner with celebrated chef David Skoko, enhanced by a live performance from the duo Ankora.

October 9–12 | Lazareti

• Foodravanje: A vibrant street food and music event featuring specialties from local vendors alongside evening concerts by Jurica Pađen & Aerodrom, Kuzma & Shaka Zulu, Alen Islamović, and Psihomodo Pop.

Friday, October 10

• 10:00 | Renaissance Art Restaurant: Ceramics workshop.
• 18:00 | Restaurant Magdalena, The Pucić Palace Hotel: Wine workshop “Sunset in a Glass” – an exclusive wine-tasting experience celebrating flavors, aromas, and the magic of sunset.

Saturday, October 11

• 10:00 | Renaissance Art Restaurant: Creative ceramics workshop.
• 18:00 | Bistro Revelin: Autumn gastro journey prepared by chef Marko Đurašević, paired with Rizman winery wines and live music.
• Special wine dinner collaboration: Edivo Winery & Zuzori Restaurant, presenting a unique pairing of fine wines and thoughtfully curated dishes.
• 19:00 | Restaurant Veranda: Herzegovinian Evening – a themed dinner showcasing authentic Herzegovinian traditions, music, and cuisine.

Sunday, October 12

• All day | Restaurant Lucijan, The Pucić Palace Hotel: Sweet Sunday – indulge in an array of cakes and creative cocktails for the perfect festival finale.