Top Croatia Classes & Workshops

Immerse yourself in the wild scenery of Istria’s Motovun Forest—and discover Croatia’s truffle-hunting traditions first-hand—on this one-of-a-kind, small-group tour. Pick a start time that works best for you, meet your guide in the village of Paladini, and head out accompanied by truffle dogs in search of the valuable mushrooms. After your hunting experience, return to enjoy a 3-course meal—plus drinks—prepared with a generous quantity of local truffles.

Channel your creativity, and enjoy a one-of-a-kind evening activity, when you attend this wine and painting session in Zagreb. Make your own way to the conveniently located facilities, and get ready to tap into your artistic flair: painters of all skill and experience levels are invited to participate. Create your own masterpiece, enjoy the company and conversation, and sip glasses of wine as you paint.

Enjoy a beautiful sunset stretching over the mountains to the Adriatic sea on this wine tasting tour. Develop your understanding of wine production and land preservation while breathing in the fresh mountain air. Hike through the vineyard to discover traditional land cultivation methods. Led by a wine expert and vineyard owner, sample the locally produced products including walnut liquer, olive oil, and craft wine.

Cook up a Croatian lunch or dinner with a local chef during a cooking class in Split. You’ll start with a tasting of local wine and liqueurs, then create a traditional meal under the eye of an award-winning local chef. Choose from a morning or afternoon option; afternoon classes just include the cooking, but morning classes also include a visit to a fish and vegetable market — although if you prefer, make a request to skip it and head straight to the kitchen.

Hearts of Zagreb is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Croatia through captivating performances, immersive experiences, and heartfelt interactions. Our mission is to share the joy of Croatian folklore with audiences around the world, weaving together tradition, innovation, and authenticity to create unforgettable moments of cultural connection. Founded in 2016, Hearts of Zagreb has 8 years of experience as ambassadors of Croatian culture. From humble beginnings to becoming a recognized name in the world of folk entertainment, we have remained committed to our core values of authenticity, vibrancy, and inclusivity.

Sample some regional wine and learn more about the family-run Pervino winery in Novigrad with this guided wine-tasting. Reach the winery by your own means and, you can enjoy our wine tasting where you’ll learn about their wines, spirits, and olive oil. Adults can try a selection of wines from and enjoy snacks like cheese, olives, and prosciutto while children play in the nearby garden.

Go for a more unique evening experience in Zadar by joining this small-group painting party. With no painting skills required, anyone can ignite their own creativity with this fun painting experience where you have total freedom over your own art. Plus, you can sip on unlimited wine while you create your own masterpiece and special souvenir to take home. With all painting equipment supplied, you only have to turn up to the studio in central Zadar.

With the help of our host, you will prepare all the dishes. Our host will guide you and help you with everything as well as tell you all the stories about Blato and island of Korčula. You will be included in every step of the process and get to ask as many questions as you have. You will learn all about local cuisine, tips and tricks about it and how to prepare it at your home.

Immerse yourself in the world of natural beauty at a natural cosmetics workshop in Rovinj, where you'll learn to craft your own skincare products using authentic Istrian olive oil. Guided by a certified phytoaromatherapist, create your own body cream and soothing lavender balm tailored to your preferences. With a variety of local essential oils at your fingertips, experiment with scents like lavender, lemon and rosemary to personalize your creations. Leave with two unique handmade souvenirs that showcase the essence of Istria and the skills you’ve acquired during this hands-on experience.

Olive oil is one of Croatia’s key local products, and traveling around you will see countless olive groves covering the countryside. Learn about the history of olive oil making in Croatia, from the Roman times when oils made here were highly prized, to the modern day, and taste different types of local olive oils to see the difference in taste and quality.

Pastry Class is a full experience great for all levels and lovers of desserts and they are designed to give you an authentic taste of Croatian sweet cuisine. Your class will include a fruit and vegetable market tour where we will buy our ingredients from the local producers. Back in the kitchen, we start the cooking process by tasting local wines and liqueurs and then switching on the tunes while our award-winning pastry chef helps you to prepare the amazing desserts. All of our chef instructors have worked in some of the best restaurants and pastry shops in Croatia as well as in Europe so as to give you the most professional cooking / baking / pastry experience. You will be learning from some of the best pastry experts in Croatia! At the end of your class you will enjoy the meal that you have worked to prepare. Food and wines are included in the price.  Enjoy!

Discover our Authentic Garden to table Cooking Class. This interactive Experience —is a hands-on culinary exploration led by an experienced host. Learn traditional and simple cooking methods adaptable for home cooking. Learn basic gardening techniques for producing healthy and fresh fruits and vegetables. Explore the rural lifestyle in the small village and learn about Croatian heritage and sustainable development. Dietary Friendly. Vegetarians, Vegans, or Gluten Free are welcome. Let us know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions. Elevate your Dubrovnik visit with this exceptional culinary journey. Book now to savor the flavors!

Learn how to prepare a traditional three-course Croatian meal from scratch during this private, small-group market-to-table lunch experience in Zagreb. First, shop for ingredients in bustling Dolac Market alongside your host. Then get hands-on instruction in making classic dishes like chicken minestrone and pork tenderloin, followed by dessert. Finally, sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor over a shared lunch.

Dalmatia boasts a unique culinary culture, but knowing where to go for insight into traditional tastes and recipes can be difficult. Take a break from the city with round-trip transfer into the countryside, and attend a cooking class delivered by a local chef. Pick up recipes for typical dishes including peka and ražnjići, then enjoy a sit down meal with your small group to indulge in your homemade feast.

In collaboration with one of Croatia's most famous wine experts also from Korcula, Kruno Filipovic (WSET 3) is offering a unique wine-tasting infotainment event for your tourists; Introduction to indigenous grape varieties and the tradition of Kordula's winemaking Hear the story of Korcula's winemaking tradition and famous grapes entertainingly. Right at the heart of the old town Korčula, on the famous walls of Korcula overlooking the Peljesac channel, one of the most renowned restaurants will guide you through the scents and aromas of the timeless Mediterranean.

With the help of the third generation of Prodan family members, you will discover behind the scenes of the fascinating truffle world and this precious ingredient as one of the most expensive food in the world . Accompanied by the truffle dogs, first we will go to look for truffles which we will need to cook a delicious truffle meal. After variety of truffle starters, ladies from the family will show you how to make the best traditional scrambled eggs with freshly found truffles. You will be able to see all the ingredients and preparation from start to finish, by finding out little secrets of creating this memorable dish. Every single meal will have truffles, even the salad! You will discover the traditional truffle dishes of Istria prepared with the freshest ingredients, all while learning about truffle history and observing breathtaking views on the old town of Buzet. All meals can be adapted to vegetarian, pescatarian, vegan, and gluten free diets, with prior notice.

Uniquely flexible, tailored to your wishes, and offering a glimpseinto a beautiful universe of sailing and life on the water, powered by the winds and the sun. Highest standards of teaching by an experienced captain, understood as sharing a joy and ways of seeing the world as well as skills. Visiting stunning places away from the crowds. Small groups and private trips. You are not crammed into a vessel and driven around. This is your experience and it will be the highlight of your vacation.

Enjoy a night out in Split painting and sipping Croatian wine. Meet your host and small group, then get set up with all the supplies you need for a successful take-home piece of art. Sip wine and soft drinks and enjoy your night out, walking away with a frame-worthy piece.

Enjoy a watercolor class next to an actual body of water during this guided beach painting session in Pula, Croatia. Relax on Verudela with a glass of local wine and look at the beach from a whole new perspective as you try your hand at committing the scenery to the page. If you’re lucky, you might even see a dolphin or two.

We are dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Croatia through captivating performances, immersive experiences, and heartfelt interactions. Our mission is to share the joy of Croatian folklore with audiences around the world, weaving together tradition, innovation, and authenticity to create unforgettable moments of cultural connection. With 8 years of experience we are ambassadors of Croatian culture. From humble beginnings to becoming a recognized name in the world of folk entertainment, we have remained committed to our core values of authenticity, vibrancy, and inclusivity. Form adventure seekers to families with children, our experience offers immersive cultural experiences, insider knowledge, and memorable encounters with local traditions for everyone.

Immerse yourself in Croatian culture and cuisine during this private, five-and-a-half-hour market-to-table cooking class in Zagreb. First, get a chance to select traditional ingredients at Dolac Market alongside your host. Then, join her in her home kitchen to prepare from scratch a three-course Zagreb-style meal that varies each day. End the workshop by tasting the fruits of your labor, paired with wine and coffee.

If you’re looking for an authentic local foodie experience when visiting Split, then this is it. Swap crowded and touristy restaurants for the intimate alternative of dining on a local’s beautiful terrace. To help you understand more about local ingredients, the experience begins with a market tour. Then, head to your foodie guide’s home to watch cooking demonstrations and try a delicious multi-course meal.

What sets us apart is the unique and immersive culinary experience offered at Poje, a family field located in the heart of the UNESCO-protected Stari Grad Plain on the island of Hvar. Follow our Instagram profile poje.hvar to get a sense of our vibe! What distinguishes our offering is the idyllic and historic location (Poje Field), authentic and traditional cuisine (homemade aperitifs and local wines, Hvar platter, traditional main courses, dessert featuring our own extra virgin olive oil from family groves), homemade and home-grown ingredients (extra virgin olive oil, limoncello, brandy, and other local produce), personalized and intimate setting (shared table experience & great company), sensory adventure (taste and scenery amidst olives, grapevine and lavender).