Shopping & Dinning
Back in the Roman times the Island of Krk was known as the Golden Island (Insula Aurea ) because of its rich sea and fruitful land. Its food culture has been carefully preserved to the present day. Nearby towns of Punat, Krk, and Vrbnik offer an amazing range of family owned taverns and great restaurants serving authentic island olive oil, local cheese, and traditional dishes using only the freshest local ingredients, succulent seafood and tender lamb. Some of the favorites include local barbeque dishes, pizza, and fresh ice cream, a delicious refreshment on a hot summer day.
When it comes to pairing authentic Krk recipes with the perfect wine, locals know that you cannot go wrong with the locally grown and produced Vrbnička žlahtina, dry white wine of deep golden color.
Local shops provide a wide range of necessities, from that iPhone charging cord you somehow left behind, to a perfect souvenir for friends and family that didn't get to come with you this time, and everything in between.
But the richness of local culture is truly exceptional. The area has had numerous governors throughout the centuries, including the Roman Empire, the Venetians, the French, Austria-Hungary, Italy, Germany, and Yugoslavia, and they all left an imprint on the local customs. The world renown museum at the Franciscan Monastery on the small island of Kosljun, as well as museums in Baska and Kornic, tell the tale and display the artifacts dating back to the Roman period.
So stroll through the old town square, down the narrow streets covered with old Roman cobble stones. Find small-town delicacies and wares in nearby restaurants and shops in Punat, Dunat, Vrbnik, and Krk. Delight in the local festivals, wine tasting, and folklore. Let the Golden Island take you on a journey and tell you its story.
When it comes to pairing authentic Krk recipes with the perfect wine, locals know that you cannot go wrong with the locally grown and produced Vrbnička žlahtina, dry white wine of deep golden color.
Local shops provide a wide range of necessities, from that iPhone charging cord you somehow left behind, to a perfect souvenir for friends and family that didn't get to come with you this time, and everything in between.
But the richness of local culture is truly exceptional. The area has had numerous governors throughout the centuries, including the Roman Empire, the Venetians, the French, Austria-Hungary, Italy, Germany, and Yugoslavia, and they all left an imprint on the local customs. The world renown museum at the Franciscan Monastery on the small island of Kosljun, as well as museums in Baska and Kornic, tell the tale and display the artifacts dating back to the Roman period.
So stroll through the old town square, down the narrow streets covered with old Roman cobble stones. Find small-town delicacies and wares in nearby restaurants and shops in Punat, Dunat, Vrbnik, and Krk. Delight in the local festivals, wine tasting, and folklore. Let the Golden Island take you on a journey and tell you its story.
