Apartma Fojana

In the heart of Collio, among gentle hills just steps from the Slovenian border, this restaurant stands as a true gastronomic ambassador of the territory, celebrating tradition with consistency and warm hospitality in relaxing surroundings where time seems to slow down. The menu embraces the most authentic cuisine – the zlikrofi, potato-and-chive-filled tortelli served with pan juices and shavings of aged Montasio are emblematic – alongside more contemporary interpretations, such as an elegant, restrained squab presented in two services. The carefully curated cellar tells the story of the land

Located in a 16th-century castle in Ceglo, in the heart of the Brda wine region, this restaurant offers breathtaking views of the stunning surrounding vineyards, which are particularly beautiful in autumn. The contemporary and delicious cuisine is showcased through a small selection of carefully chosen dishes, which can be combined into 3, 5, 7 or 9-course menus. The most memorable dishes include porcini mushroom ravioli with sweet and sour chanterelles and mushroom cream, and those with a sweet tooth can enjoy an amazing date cake with salted caramel and ricotta ice cream. End your meal with

Ronchi Rò is an estate and agriturismo immersed in greenery, among the rolling hills of Collio and its lush woodlands: a borderland of captivating and almost fairy-tale character, celebrated for its extraordinary wines, the only ones to appear on the small dedicated list. The cooking of chef Fares Issa is flavoursome and forthright, vivid in colour and deeply seasonal. Drawing on a fine selection of local produce – salami, prosciutto, goose speck, cheeses – it also offers dishes of a more contemporary profile in which his imagination comes to the fore: excellent, for instance, the raviolacci f

In a little village in the Friuli countryside, a family-run trattoria welcomes guests into two cosy dining rooms, connected by a charming stone fireplace that spreads warmth and the scent of wood. In summer, service moves outdoors, to a well-tended garden, where the murmur of the leaves accompanies the friendly atmosphere. The menu follows the seasons, bringing the region's authentic flavours to the table: succulent meats, aromas reminiscent of charcoal and, among the main courses, irresistible grilled dishes such as golden, fragrant lamb chops that convey all the flavour of tradition.

Fish and wine are the soul of this historic restaurant, where the scent of the sea meets the fragrance of the vineyards. The catch, which is among the finest on the market, yields the most delicious dishes: the fish soup with shellfish, enveloped in a Buzara jus that releases intense flavours, is an absolute must. The wine cellar, with a selection of 25,000 bottles, takes you on a journey through the Collio and Colli Orientali hills, enriched by great Italian and international labels and big bottles for real winelovers. A destination to add to your diary if you love authentic and memorable exp