From 09/09/2026 to 13/09/2026

Taste the Mediterranean Festival

Mali Lošinj welcomes the renowned Taste the Mediterranean Festival for its second edition on the island, from September 9 to 13.

Bringing together acclaimed chefs, exceptional wines and the finest Mediterranean cuisine, the festival celebrates the flavours, traditions and creativity of the Mediterranean. As a proud host of the festival, Lošinj Hotels & Villas invites you to two exclusive culinary experiences.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
THE FLAVOURS OF ITALY & KVARNER - A TWO-MICHELIN-STAR-EXPERIENCE
Alfred Keller Restaurant, Boutique Hotel Alhambra
Experience a creative meeting of Italian and Croatian culinary traditions, accompanied by carefully selected wines from Italy and the Kvarner region.

  • Chef Peter Brunel (Italy) | Peter Brunel Ristorante Gourmet, Arco | 1 Michelin Star
  • Chef Daniel Skokić (Croatia) | Alfred Keller Restaurant, Mali Lošinj | 1 Michelin Star

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
"4 CHEFS OF THE YEAR" DINNER
Restaurant Bava Terrace, Hotel Bellevue
An evening featuring a nine-course menu celebrating the diversity, quality and character of Croatian and Mediterranean cuisine.

  • Chef Mario Curić (Croatia) | Restaurant 360, Dubrovnik | 1 Michelin Star
  • Chef Marko Đurašević (Croatia) | Restaurant Val di Breno, Srebreno | Gault&Millau Chef of the Year 2025
  • Chef Rudi Štefan (Croatia) | Restaurant Pelegrini, Šibenik | 1 Michelin Star
  • Chef Stiven Vunić (Croatia) | Konoba Zijavica, Mošćenička Draga | Michelin Recommended 2026

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As part of the festival, our culinary teams will join forces with renowned Croatian and international chefs, while students of the Ambroz Haračić Secondary Catering School will have the opportunity to learn directly from some of the industry's leading talents through culinary masterclasses and hands-on experiences.

As part of the Kvarner Region, European Region of Gastronomy 2026, Mali Lošinj provides the perfect setting to discover the richness of Croatia's Mediterranean culinary heritage.

Join us to taste, discover and celebrate the Mediterranean through exceptional food, remarkable wines and the chefs who bring them to life. Discover the full program on the official Taste the Mediterranean Festival website.