With sweeping views, gorgeous beaches, and killer cuisine, Dubrovnik, Croatia is a can’t miss destination. Yes, it can be crowded in the peak season but that’s no reason to miss the “pearl of the Adriatic.” We visited in September, which is the shoulder season and much less crowded than summer – if you’re wondering. At some point, I knew I wanted to do a food tour so I did my usual research and found this gem called Piknik Dubrovnik.
Piknik Dubrovnik offers a unique kind of picnic because they do all the work for you by including, absolutely, everything you need for the ultimate picnic. I mean it, they give you plates, silverware, napkins, insulated sleeves for the wine and cold lemonade, cute little tiffin boxes with a variety of insanely good food like the best giant sandwich platter that you can get your hands on, a tray so your food doesn’t have to sit on the ground, a blanket so you don’t have to sit on the ground, and they pack it all in a nifty backpack so you can pick it up and be on your way.
You can choose from two different “pikniks” and, of course, the menu changes often since they only use the freshest ingredients. One thing I loved was how they asked about food allergies and our likes and dislikes – making it a pretty custom menu. Here’s an idea of what they offer in each package: *Please note: Prices are subject to change. Updated on 5/21/19.
THE DALMATIAN MARKET PIKNIK FOR TWO
Charcuterie:
This charcuterie tray was filled with Kulen (a spicy “Slavonian” salami), Prust (Dalmatian smoked ham), dried figs, cherry tomatoes, two different kinds of cheese, and a few dried herbs to add to the overall flavor. Looking back at this picture makes me wish I had eaten more salami and ham but I was saving myself for the sandwiches and salads!
Sandwiches:
These gourmet sandwiches were filled with pork tenderloin, Trappist cheese, baked pear, and a crazy delicious fig jam that pulled all the flavors together. We could have eaten these sandwiches every day of our trip! Side note: the bread was from a local bakery – it was soft and it smelled like heaven!
Salads Galore:
We had 4 different salads: (1) Fresh fig, roasted walnuts, and goat cheese salad with a sweet balsamic reduction. Anthony loved this salad which was a shock because he hates goat cheese – I love it. (2) Spicy green bean and potato salad. This was my favorite because I loved the flavors and the spice. (3) Alexandra’s famous rainbow salad with parsley, red onion, avocado, carrots, cranberries and an organic olive oil dressing with lemon. We could have eaten more this of one. (4) Green olives and peppers, of course! On the side (in the little green cups): Ajvar (a relish type sauce made from red peppers) with dill cream cheese spread and a snack of candied almonds.
Dessert:
For dessert, we had 2 kinds flourless of cake with delicious fresh berries on top and a bounty of fresh fruit. To quench our thirst, we had Homemade Rosehip ginger lemonade that had a slight spice and fizz to it. For our adult beverage, we enjoyed a bottle of G.Tocka white wine. Fun fact: G.Tocka translates to G-spot and yes, it lived up to the name!
FINAL THOUGHTS
Honestly, I can’t say enough about the food! Not just the amount of food but the quality and taste were out of this world. I consider myself to be quite the foodie and I was thoroughly impressed. If you don’t want to take your picnic on a boat, they can suggest the perfect spot for you to set up. So, if you’re visiting Dubrovnik, please plan a day to indulge in a picnic… or, should I say piknik?!
Also, be sure to like Piknik Dubrovnik on Facebook for great recipes, useful links, and all things Dubrovnik! As always, don’t forget to pin this post for later. 😉
Note: I received this product at a discounted rate. However, as always, all opinions are my own and reflect my own personal experience. Special thanks to Piknik Dubrovnik.
Have you had a picnic with Piknik Dubrovnik? Where have you had the best picnic (in or out of Dubrovnik)? Tell me about it in the comments.
