Seafood – katiescapes

Money can’t buy you happiness, but it can buy you a yacht big enough to pull up right alongside it.
David Lee Roth

We took a ferry to Hvar for the day and we were blinded by the glamour. The harbour is lined with super yachts, all blasting music and partying on board. Alongside this is a string of luxurious restaurants and bars, all overlooking the sheer wealth below them.

The architecture is quite similar to that of Split, and there are the same market stalls selling trinkets and souvenirs. Despite all this, somehow the atmosphere feels more modern and refined here. We went up to the castle at the highest point of the island, where we found some spectacular views.

We are continuing to enjoy the beautiful fresh seafood and local wines – life’s pretty good!

My perfect beach town isn’t a fancy resort or glitzy planned community. It’s a place with a hometown grocery that has decent meat, seafood, and a deli…
Mary Kay Andrews

We have arrived in Croatia to the warm welcome of Split. What a contrast! Here you will find beautiful stone buildings and cobblestone paths, and to our delight, a dog on every corner!

There are old towns and then there are old towns. Garbage trucks make their way through the narrow lanes all day, while residents and shop-owners emerge from each side to empty their rubbish into the back. At the local market, vendors weigh their produce using traditional balance scales.

We were lucky enough to experience a culinary tour of Split with a very charismatic and knowledgeable guide named Jacov. He showed us around the fish markets and taught us all about classic Dalmatian-style seafood. We bought the most exotic looking fish, and took it to Diocletian’s Wine House, where the chef prepared it into a delicious feast. We then spent the afternoon eating and drinking to our hearts’ content. Strongly recommend!!!
https://splitwalkingtour.com/package/split-culinary-tour/

We’ve had a magnificent time in Split. Great food, quality family time and fascinating culture. Looking forward to seeing more of Croatia as we make our way to Dubrovnik!