Cultural and culinary tourism
Slovenia offers exceptional wine experiences that delight wine and food lovers. Regions, such as Goriška Brda, Vipava Valley and Štajerska region, offer top quality wines, as well as numerous wine tastings, wine tours and festivals. Visitors can visit wineries with a long tradition, such as the oldest vine in the world in Maribor and the oldest winery in Ptuj. The focus is placed on boutique wine experiences that combine tradition, local cuisine and beautiful vineyards.
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Slovenia boasts three wine-growing regions – Primorska, Podravje and Posavje – which together offer a variety of fine wines. Thanks to its geographical location, Slovenia's vineyards offer a rich diversity of wine varieties, such as terano, refosco, Welschriesling, Šipon, and Cviček. Slovenian winemakers are known for their sustainable approach, which emphasises responsibility towards nature. Visiting wine routes, wineries and wine cellars offers unique experiences where you can learn about both the tradition and modern trends of winemaking.
Slovenia is known for its sustainable wines, produced using sustainable methods, without chemical additives and with an emphasis on harmony between nature and viticulture. Orange wines, which are white wines produced with longer maceration, stand out for their colour and rich flavour. Slovenian winemakers, such as Movia, Zorjan and Batič, are pioneers in the production of these wines, which are achieving international recognition. Sustainable wines are part of a sustainable vision for Slovenian agriculture and gastronomy.
Slovenia hosts many gastronomic events celebrating local cuisine and wine traditions. Among the biggest are the Open Kitchen in Ljubljana, the Žlikrof Festival in Idrija, the Vinska vigred in Bela krajina, and the Sweet Istria Festival in Koper. These festivals offer the opportunity to taste traditional Slovenian dishes, wines and sweet delicacies in a pleasant, convivial atmosphere. Events take place throughout the year, incorporating both modern culinary trends and the preservation of the rich culinary heritage.
Gastronomic events in Slovenia
Slovenia offers many superb outdoor gastronomic experiences, where you can enjoy nature and local delicacies. These include picnics with a view, culinary tours through the vineyards, street food festivals and boutique al fresco lunches. These experiences combine traditional Slovenian flavours with modern gastronomic approaches and offer visitors a unique way to enjoy Slovenia's natural beauty and cuisine.
Top outdoor gastronomic experiences
Interactive maps and guides to wine cellars, wineries and culinary destinations in Slovenia make it easy for visitors to plan their itinerary through the best wine-growing regions, such as Goriška Brda, Vipava Valley and Štajerska region. These digital guides include maps with highlighted wine cellars, wineries, restaurants and local producers, allowing users to explore traditional flavours and top culinary experiences. Interactive functionalities often also allow you to book tastings or tours.
Slovenian-Japanese culinary exchange brings together the traditions of both countries with events where Slovenian and Japanese dishes and preparation methods are intertwined. These events present top chefs from both countries, creating unique menus that incorporate local ingredients, traditional recipes and modern culinary trends. Links are strengthened through festivals, gourmet evenings and special culinary events that celebrate the rich gastronomy of both cultures and promote cooperation and cultural exchange.
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