Hiša Torkla

The MICHELIN Guide Slovenia: Culinary creativity of Slovenian Istria!

"Set amid the Slovenian hills in the heart of Korte, this friendly, welcoming restaurant frames meadows and natural landscapes through large picture windows and often hosts groups of friends and families—especially on Sundays—who come for a peaceful countryside day out. A large fireplace anchors a dining room lined with warm‑toned, photo‑covered walls, while since last spring chef Gradimir Dimitric has brought his culinary vision to this iconic address, aiming to surprise guests and draw visitors from the city and beyond. The seasonal menu focuses on local ingredients (plus produce from nearby Italy) and cooking over the grill, including meat roasted over a beechwood fire. Specialities include duck breast marinated for two weeks in Refosco wine with duck crackling, beans, soy and Madeira sauce, and home‑made fuži pasta served with white truffles or pumpkin oil and steak; seafood fans can expect raw Adriatic shrimp with a lime and blueberry syrup and cod paired with warm home‑made bread and local olive oil." - Sarah Scaparone