Valbandon Open under the baking lid is a traditional gastronomic competition in Fažana where chefs showcase their skills in preparing various dishes under the traditional Istrian 'čripnja' baking lid.
Competition in preparing dishes in a traditional Istrian way, under a baking lid čripnja, tasting Istrian wine and olive oil, Watermelon festival.
Covered with live coals, the baking lid čripnja/peka conceals a variety of ingredients for the remarkable encounter of lovers of delicious, traditional Istrian cuisine. To be proclaimed master of preparing dishes under the baking lid is recognition of true knowledge and skill, so that each year there is an increasing number of chefs participating in this event in Valbandon. Lamb, donkey, mushroom, octopus, ray, different kinds of fish... an entire menu of creations and experiences awaits under the baking lid.
Program: Saturday, August 22, 2026, 19:00
Competition of local and international teams in preparing dishes under the baking lid
21:30 Announcement of the winners and champions of Valbandon Open Under the baking lid for 2026
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