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The most important names in the world of gastronomy are coming to Rovinj from 5-8 May for the Weekend Food Festival

The Weekend Food Festival, a unique educational and decadent event, is finally returning this year in style. As the most original and most attractive festival of its kind in Croatia, it will open its doors in picturesque Rovinj from 5-8 May 2022. In the heart of the city, in the area of the Old Tobacco Factory, the best of the best, the most important food and wine experts from around the world and the region, will gather for this four-day festival; making it the most important and exclusive event in this area and beyond.

The Weekend Food Festival, a unique educational and decadent event, is finally returning this year in style. As the most original and most attractive festival of its kind in Croatia, it will open its doors in picturesque Rovinj from 5-8 May 2022. In the heart of the city, in the area of the Old Tobacco Factory, the best of the best, the most important food and wine experts from around the world and the region, will gather for this four-day festival; making it the most important and exclusive event in this area and beyond. Renowned names from Croatia and the world will share their knowledge, experiences, passion and enthusiasm with fellow professionals, caterers, winemakers, olive growers, foodies and food lovers eager for new discoveries and knowledge. Numerous panels, masterclasses and accompanying events will provide opportunities not only for personal and professional development but also for the exchange of ideas and the opening of new perspectives and business opportunities. Gala dinners, accompanied by excellent wines, food and music guarantee that the Weekend Food Festival will be a place of good vibes and inspiring experiences.

Top culinary stars from around the world will be coming to Rovinj, including chef Rasmus Munk from the Danish Alchemist, a restaurant with 2 Michelin stars and named the best restaurant in Europe in 2021 by OAD; Sergey and Ivan Berezutskiy from Moscow’s Twins Garden with 2 Michelin stars; and not to mention the best chef in the world in 2017, Ana Roš, whose restaurant Hiša Franko in Kobarid, Slovenia,  also proudly carries 2 Michelin stars.

The names of the other great chefs who are coming will be revealed very soon. In addition,  top confectioners and established world hotel and restaurant managers are also coming to the festival. All events at the festival will be attended by the crème de la crème of culinary and lifestyle journalism from around the world.

It is a unique opportunity for all food lovers to taste the world’s best cuisines as well as Croatian products and wines in one place.

Early bird tickets for the Weekend Food Festival are already on sale, and you can buy them at weekendfoodfestival.com. Follow the latest news about this major culinary event on Facebook and Instagram.