Above: ZOI in Split, Croatia

In tandem with its wines, Croatia has developed a world-class culinary scene. On my first visit to the country’s coast, I loved the fresh seafood, but the sameness of the presentations and recipes felt deadening. Chefs now are more daring and innovative, putting contemporary spins on traditional dishes and fully exploiting the rich variety of local, seasonal Mediterranean ingredients.

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