Wild Asparagus Days in Slovenian Istria

20. 2. 2025

Indulge in the Pure Flavors of Spring

Wild asparagus is one of the most cherished spring delicacies in Istria. Its slightly bitter taste, packed with minerals and vitamins, inspires numerous culinary masterpieces. From Friday, March 28, to Sunday, April 13, selected restaurants across Slovenian Istria will offer special menus featuring this seasonal treasure.

21 Restaurants – One Love for Local Flavors

This year, the culinary event expands beyond Izola to the entire Slovenian Istria, meaning you can enjoy creative wild asparagus dishes in 21 selected restaurants and taverns. From traditional recipes like asparagus fritaja (scrambled eggs) to gourmet modern interpretations, there's something for every taste.

List of Participating Restaurants and Taverns:

Ankaran

Rezidenca Ortus

WILD ASPARAGUS MENU:

Welcome appetizer: Mini bruschetta with truffle paste, fleur de sel, and Ankaran olive oil
Warm starter: Creamy wild asparagus soup with crispy croutons and a drop of Ankaran olive oil
Main course: Homemade fuži pasta with wild asparagus, local truffle-infused salami, Parmesan, and fleur de sel
Dessert: Chocolate soufflé with forest fruits and mint

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Koper and Surroundings

Gostilna (Restaurant) Karjola Marezige

WILD ASPARAGUS MENU:

Soup: Creamy wild asparagus soup
Warm starter: Wild asparagus risotto with shrimp and spinach
Main course: Spanish tacos with chicken, wild asparagus, and white bean sauce
Dessert: Wild asparagus with strawberries and white chocolate

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Gostilna (Restaurant) Oljka Vanganel

WILD ASPARAGUS DISHES:

Wild asparagus quiche
Bruschetta with wild asparagus cream and prawns
Paccheri (pasta) carbonara with wild asparagus
Seabass fillet with wild asparagus and truffles
Ombolo (Istrian pork steak) in pastry with wild asparagus

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Placito Risano

WILD ASPARAGUS MENU:

Welcome appetizer
Cold starter: Venison tartare with three types of asparagus
Warm-cold starter: Wild asparagus bites
Warm starter: Rye risotto with wild asparagus, morels, and wild garlic soup
Main course: Wild boar rolls, millefoglie potatoes, radish, and wild asparagus
Dessert: Caffè corretto

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Portus Koper

WILD ASPARAGUS DISHES:

Risotto with wild asparagus, goat cheese, spinach, poached egg, and caramelized walnuts

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Restavracija (Restaurant) Al Mulin

WILD ASPARAGUS MENU:

Sparkling wine: Santomas Rosé (0.1 dl)
Cold starter: Octopus, red mullet, prawn, wild asparagus, salicornia, gazpacho
Main course: Salt cod, fregola pasta, wild asparagus, and spider crab espuma
Dessert: White chocolate mousse, wild asparagus cream, and strawberries

CONTACTS: WEB | Facebook

Restavracija (Restaurant) Brič

WILD ASPARAGUS MENU:

Soup: Wild asparagus soup
Warm starter: Wild rice with wild asparagus and cuttlefish
Main course: Filet of Piran seabass, roasted potatoes, yellow and orange carrots, zucchini, grilled peppers, sautéed wild asparagus
Dessert: Blueberry mousse with mango, rosemary, and coconut center

Wine pairing: Three premium local wines. Additionally, the menu offers individual asparagus dishes:

Pljukanci pasta with scampi and wild asparagus
Wild rice with wild asparagus and cuttlefish
Fuži pasta with sausages and wild asparagus
Wild asparagus fritaja

Opening hours: Daily from 11 AM to 9 PM, closed on Wednesdays.

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Restavracija (Restaurant) Salicornia

WILD ASPARAGUS MENU:

Welcome appetizer: Wild asparagus & “sea asparagus,” sesame, young cow’s curd
Soup: Creamy root parsley soup, profiterole with smoked trout, sautéed asparagus
Main course: Homemade pljukanci pasta, wild asparagus, Adriatic prawns, and stracciatella
Dessert: Nougat cream, cocoa sponge cake, roasted pineapple, caramelized hazelnuts

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Izola

Gostilna (Restaurant) Bujol

WILD ASPARAGUS DISHES:

Wild asparagus fritaja (scrambled eggs)
Spaghetti with clams and wild asparagus

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Gostilnica (Restaurant) Gušt

WILD ASPARAGUS DISHES:

Creamy wild asparagus soup with roasted hazelnuts and asparagus oil
Fritaja with wild asparagus and Karst pancetta
Homemade pasta with prawns and wild asparagus
Beef steak with asparagus purée, asparagus, and pancetta

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Gostilna (Restaurant) Korte

WILD ASPARAGUS DISHES:

Fritaja (scrambled eggs) with wild asparagus and prosciutto
Fuži pasta with wild asparagus and prosciutto
Tagliatelle with prawns and wild asparagus

CONTACTS: WEB | Facebook | Instagram

Gostilna (Restaurant) Perla

WILD ASPARAGUS MENU:

Starter: Wild asparagus soup with prawns
Main course: Homemade pasta with wild asparagus, clams, and almonds

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Gostilna (Restaurant) Sidro

WILD ASPARAGUS DISHES:

Fritaja (scrambled eggs) with homemade sausage and wild asparagus
Homemade Istrian fuži pasta with scampi and wild asparagus
Beef steak with wild asparagus sauce and a side dish

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Grill pri Perotu

WILD ASPARAGUS DISHES:

Fritaja (scrambled eggs) with wild asparagus, pancetta, and parmesan
Homemade fuži pasta with scampi and wild asparagus
Risotto with prawns, arugula, and wild asparagus

CONTACTS: WEB | Facebook

Kmetija (Farm) Medljan

WILD ASPARAGUS DISHES:

Fritaja (scrambled eggs) with wild asparagus
Homemade tagliatelle with wild asparagus
Istrian Štruklji (cooked rolls) with wild asparagus sauce

Open: Saturdays and Sundays only

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Restavracija (Restaurant) hotela Marina

WILD ASPARAGUS DISHES:

Carpaccio of Piran sea bass with wild asparagus and strawberry caviar
Creamy crab soup with wild asparagus
Risotto or pasta with prawns and wild asparagus
Istrian ravioli with wild asparagus and homemade pancetta
Daily fresh fish fillet with seasonal side dish and wild asparagus sauce
Juicy roasted beef or veal sirloin (boneless) with seasonal side dish and wild asparagus sauce
Wild asparagus tiramisu with honey sauce and fresh strawberries

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Restavracija (Restaurant) Kamin

WILD ASPARAGUS DISHES:

Creamy wild asparagus soup with kefir and herb oil
Risotto with wild asparagus and parmesan
Homemade squid ink gnocchi with wild asparagus, scampi, and stracciatella
Roasted Mediterranean polenta with wild asparagus ragout and scallop carpaccio
Grilled fish mix (white fish, scallop, octopus, prawns) on wild asparagus risotto
Veal fillet with wild asparagus, truffle sauce, and mashed potatoes

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Portorož & Piran

Istrian Bistro & Tapas Bar

WILD ASPARAGUS MENU:

Soup: Creamy wild asparagus soup, crispy prosciutto, French cream
Warm starter: Mixed shellfish in buzara sauce with wild asparagus, tricolor chips
Main course: Mediterranean creamy polenta with wild asparagus, grilled octopus, and charred baby carrots
Dessert: Lemon cream with lemon olive oil, strawberry disk and purée, ice cream, and pine nut crumble

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Restavracija (Restaurant) Marina Portorož

WILD ASPARAGUS MENU:

Cold starter: Marinated anchovies with wild asparagus salad and olive oil; Wine pairing: Malvasia Zaro 2024
Warm starter: Homemade pljukanci pasta with Istrian sausage and wild asparagus; Wine pairing: Modri Pinot Klenart 2021
Palate cleanser: White asparagus and lemon sorbet
Main course: Poached fish fillet, wild asparagus purée, and green apple foam; Wine pairing: Sauvignon Blanc Lavrenčič 2022
Dessert: Unique wild asparagus tiramisu

CONTACTS: WEB | Facebook | Instagram

Restavracija (Restaurant) Rizibizi

WILD ASPARAGUS MENU:

Cold starter: Octopus with wild asparagus
Warm starter: Trottole pasta with wild asparagus and salt cod
Main course: Piran seabass with wild asparagus and white polenta
Dessert: Almond semifreddo

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Stara gostilna – Vecchia osteria

WILD ASPARAGUS MENU:

Cold starter: Gilt-head bream tartare with marinated wild asparagus, apple, and celery sauce with herb oil
Warm starter: Turbot roulade with wild asparagus mousse, carrot cream, and brown butter & chicken broth sauce
Main course: Sea bass fillet with whey sauce, pickled chanterelles, trout caviar, and wild asparagus

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Why Are Wild Asparagus So Special?

Wild asparagus (Asparagus acutifolius) are delicate wild sprouts that grow in sunny areas among thorny underbrush. Their season lasts from March to early June, and now is the best time to enjoy their full flavor!

Traditionally prepared with scrambled eggs, wild asparagus is now featured in a variety of dishes during Wild Asparagus Days. From creamy soups to homemade pasta, seafood specialties, and even gourmet desserts, chefs across Slovenian Istria are showcasing their versatility.

Join Us for Wild Asparagus Days!

When? March 28 – April 13, 2025
Where? 21 selected restaurants and taverns across Slovenian Istria
Why? Because wild asparagus is a true seasonal treasure you simply must experience!

Discover more authentic flavors of Istria and the award-winning restaurants in the region!