Fodor's Expert Review Vorichi Osteria Mediteraneo

For those staying in or visiting Labin-Rabac, make sure to reserve a much-desired table at Vorichi Osteria in the little village of Orihi, between Barban and Svetivinčenat, just 22 km (14 miles) from Old Town Labin as you head towards Rovinj. This hidden culinary gem is serving up modern Mediterranean food in an open-air garden setting, with orders for dinner taken by Tamara, the owner, as she joins you for a glass of Malvazija wine or Aperol spritz. She talks to you about the menu, offering a short list of the day's best meats, produce, and seafood, as well as which wines pair best with each course. The deconstructed tiramisu is to die for, as are the homemade breads, crackers, and cookies. All of this is enjoyed in a charming outdoor setting surrounded by vineyards, rustic farm decor, and olive trees. Prepare to stay for hours.