Wine lunches and dinners in Podraga

Top highlights

• themed lunch and dinner with wine accompaniment from Podraga and the surrounding area
• local wines paired with regional dishes made from mostly locally sourced seasonal ingredients 
• the captivating atmosphere of your cosmopolitan hosts' home, where you’ll uncover the unique and hidden flavours of the region, with guidance in multiple languages (Slovenian, English, Italian, French, and Thai)
• a unique experience full of insightful historical and geographical references, delivered in an original and understandable manner with a laidback attitude

Not to be missed

• you can stop by the sales gallery Stories of Silver to learn more about traditional silversmithing techniques or book a workshop session
• tours of the Vipava Valley to explore its architectural legacy under professional guidance
• the option to extend your day event with an overnight stay in the beautifully renovated stone barn, subject to availability

After spending over 25 years between Florence and Thailand, Lucija and Giuseppe, together with their daughters, found their home in a charming Slovenian village, where they now share their expertise and life experience at themed lunches and dinners held at their cosy farm.
Subject to availability, events are hosted in their renovated barn, their charming courtyard, lush garden, or the cool traditional wine cellar. Giuseppe, a certified WSET3 sommelier, will guide you through a curated selection of regional wines in his typical easy-going, yet still professional, way, pairing them with thoughtfully prepared dishes. 

The hosts also offer standalone tasting sessions featuring 3 to 5 wine samples on various themes (e.g., Podraga wines, natural wines, orange wines) for groups of 2 to 8 people.

Price list:

• price per person for a 3-course menu with combined wines: €30
• price per person for a 5-course menu with combined wines: €50
• price per person for special local menus: €30 to €50
• price per person for standalone wine tastings – €15 (3 glasses) to €40 (5 glasses), including local snacks

Minimum 2 guests, maximum 8 guests.