4TH MONTH OF GASTRONOMY IN SPLIT – FOOD AND WINE STORIES

The Split Tourist Board once again presents Štorije o’ spize/Food & Wine stories– the fourth edition of the Month of Gastronomy in Split, which will take place from October 25 to November 15, 2025.

Through a unique blend of tradition, local flavors, and educational content, the event celebrates Dalmatia’s rich wine and culinary heritage.

This year’s edition begins with the romantic event Valcer pod jedrima (Waltz Under the Sails), followed by a series of activities that highlight the importance of gastronomy as a cornerstone of identity and sustainable tourism.

PROGRAM:

October 25, starting at 4:00 p.m. – Waltz Under the Sails

Visitors can look forward to Dalmatian delicacies at more than twenty stalls, a rich program featuring humanitarian and traditional associations, and great music by Cosmic Production and DJ Black Shark. A special visual highlight will be the parade of Vespa Club Split members.

Starting at 6:30 p.m., the sea in front of the West Coast will transform into a Mediterranean amphitheatre – traditional boats, regatta cruisers, and Olympic classes will set sail from the Labud Sailing Club, each illuminated by light effects on their sails. The flotilla of wooden boats from the Lantina Vrboska Association will stand out in particular, joined—weather permitting—by the legendary falkuša. Over twenty minutes, the “Waltz Under the Sails” will unite art, heritage, and contemporary expression, accompanied by the music of Shostakovich, Orff, Morricone, and John Williams.

October 29 – Split Tourism and Hospitality School

Panel Discussions and Round Table on Gastronomy and Sustainable Tourism

• Topic 1: Heritage that Nurtured Generations – The Role of Gastronomy in Sustainable Tourism and Identity Preservation
   
• Topic 2: Flavors of Tradition for the Future of Tourism – Achieving Sustainability Through Gastronomy

November 7–8, from 6 to 9 p.m: Food & wine stories at the Fish Market + Obrov Gastro Zone

• At the iconic Split Fish Market (Peškarija), local winemakers, olive oil producers, and family farms (OPGs) will showcase wines, prosciutto, cheese, soparnik, liqueurs, and other regional specialties, with tastings and sales at festival prices.
   
• In cooperation with the students and teachers of the Split Tourism and Hospitality School, chefs will prepare seafood specialties accompanied by live music and entertainment. Proceeds will be donated to the Juraj Bonači Center for Education and Rehabilitation in Split, with the support of sponsor Centaurus from Solin.
   
• At Obrov, nearby restaurants will offer themed menus and young wines at promotional prices in celebration of the upcoming feast of St. Martin (Martinje). The program starts at 7 PM, featuring young Croatian wines (40+ labels) and creative dishes from Corto Maltese and SIP27, all offered at promotional prices to the funky beats of DJ Yuri. Info: Facebook events
  
  

November 11, starting at 6 p.m.:  Martinje at the Fish Market

• In anticipation of Martinje, the Split Fish Market will feature presentations of indigenous and nearly forgotten Dalmatian wine varieties, along with tastings and sales of traditional products.
   
• In front of the Fish Market, starting at 8 p.m. – live entertainment with a performance by the evening’s special musical guest, Mladen Grdović!

November 12, at 5 p.m. – Lecture on Health and Wine

• At the Church of St. Cross (Crkvica sv. Križa) in Varoš, a lecture on health and wine will be held.

*Throughout the event Split’s restaurants and tasting venues will offer specially designed menus inspired by Mediterranean and Dalmatian cuisine at accessible festival prices.*