http://www.croatia.org/crown en-us http://www.croatia.org/crown N/A letters@croatia.org Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:55:08 +0000 20 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11182/1/Vladimir-Novak-Croatians-in-America-fascinating-photomonograph-published-in-2018.html  Vladimir Novak (1928-2016) darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko Žubrinić) Sun, 27 Oct 2019 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11176/1/Kraljevski-vinogradi--Royal-Vineyards-near-Zadar-producing-some-of-the-best-Croatian-wines.html Top quality grapes from the stone vineyards and excellent taste of wines are the results of a special microclimate, its position by the sea and a full day of direct sun exposure, on average 2600 hours per year. This microclimate allows high-quality grape-growing that is extract and healthy for the production of white and red varieties. Bura acts as a fan that ventilates the grapes in the bedrock base, and at night cold air from Velebit, which descends towards the sea gives pleasure to create the most powerful extract. The director of the Royal Vineyards (Kraljevski vinogradi) is Zoran Pantalon. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko Žubrinić) Thu, 05 Sep 2019 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10829/1/Beautiful-Croatia-founded-and-directed-by-Amanda-Grbavac-organized-an-event-in-New-York-on-26-April-2016.html Beautiful Croatia will be hosting stylish and unique events throughout the year. With over 15 years of experience in events, Beutiful Croatia also offers an event management service, to help make your destination dream event a reality. Beautiful Croatia presents all this to you with style, lots of love and happy spirit. On travels around the world, there was always one country that stood out for me like the brightest gem, it stole my heart and never let me go. That country was Beautiful Croatia. On the photo Sylvio Roubertto Kovacic, haute couture fashion designer, Amanda Grbavac founding director of Beautiful Croatia and Robert Grgurev, President of Startas USA. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko Žubrinić) Fri, 13 May 2016 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10735/1/France-in-Croatias-capital-Zagreb.html The French Institute in Zagreb is among the oldest such institutions in the world, founded almost a century ago, more precisely, already in 1922. We present a short video published in 2013, accompanied with nice scenes from Croatia's capital, featuring the following guests: Luc Levy, director of the French Institute in Zagreb, Michelle Boccoz on the photo, ambassador of France in Croatia, Clelia Chevrier, counsellor of the Ambassador, David Gabelica, president of the French-Croatian Club, Guillaume Bardot, priprietor of the Bistro Bardot in Zagreb, and Damien Derrenberger, director of the French School in Zagreb and some other. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko Žubrinić) Sun, 06 Sep 2015 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10594/1/Malka-Marom-from-Israel-and-Joso-Spralja-from-Croatia-singing-sensation-from-1960s.html In 1963, Malka Marom and Joso Špralja formed the singing duo Malka & Joso. For the next four and half years, they sang folk songs of many lands in fourteen languages - well above ground: in Yorkville’s coffee houses, college campuses, supper clubs, radio and TV and Capitol recordings. In their repertoire they had Israeli and and Croatian songs as well. Malka & Joso have recorded four albums. Malka & Joso Forever, a CD retrospective of their songs was released by EMI in 2001 to rave reviews. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko Žubrinić) Fri, 01 Aug 2014 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10321/1/Entertainment-in-Croatian-restaurant-Dobro-in-Tokyo-accompanied-with-sarma-and-buzara.html Hello! Morning (ハロー! モーニング。, harō mōningu?) was a weekly Japanese TV show featuring members of Morning Musume, and sometimes other Hello! Project members on TV Tokyo. In this episode they introduced Croatia as an opponent of Japan during the Football World Cup 2006 in Germany and showed some cultural things and made a quiz afterwards. Really funny, especially from Croatian point of view. ;-) darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko Žubrinić) Sat, 22 Sep 2012 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10222/1/Pino-Kuhar-Croatian-cook-unique-in-the-world.html "Kuhar" in Croatian means "cook". So, Mr. Pino Kuhar from Croatia is Pino the Cook. But Kuhar is his true last name, not the nickname. Now, as a surprise, he was born in the village of Kuhari, that is, in the village of The Cooks! Employed as a professional chef, a few years ago he was proclaimed as the best Croatian chef - Hrvatski kuhar. So, Mr. Pino The Cook is distinguished chef born in the village of The Cooks in Croatia. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Sun, 22 Jan 2012 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/7577/1/E-Delmonicos---since-1837-New-Yorks-oldest-restaurant.html ÂDelmonico's - since 1837 New York's oldest restaurantÂwww.delmonicosny.com letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 26 Jan 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/7578/1/E-Maristella-Restaurant---Vote-for-Zagat.html ÂÂ"...this busy midtown 'oasis' serves the best of Northern Italian cuisine with a touch ofCroatian..."Âwww.maristellarestaurant.comÂÂZAGATSURVEY"Followers say it's 'about time' this 'overlooked', midpriced Midtown 'gem' made it into the Survey; its 'delicious' Northern Italian cooking draws nearby desk jockeys at lunchtime, and its slightly 'formal' vibe is occasionally enlivened by a 'waiter who bursts into song'." If you know the restaurant, owners, food or if you simple want to support them. I can personally vouch for Maristella because I have been there many times. (Nenad Bach):Register to vote:https://www.zagat.com/user/sub1.aspx?sg=R Maristella is not on the list so you have to Write -In - Vote.Maristella Restaurant is located on 55th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues. Â69 W 55th Street, New York, NY 10019 tel: 212.489.7655 The New York Times"...every dish from Anka's kitchen shows a respect for food and a talent for presenting it with flair..."" ...the china deserves applause because of its lovely pattern..."" ...all the food at Maristella is very good, but without doubt the best of the menu here is the prices..."" ...considering the quality of cooking this is a rare bargain..."Show Business"...I have some great news or the theatergoer who is looking for an exceptional place to dine..."" ...the name of the place is Maristella and it serves some of the best Northern Italian cuisine this reviewer has ever tried..."New York Post "...moderately priced food and friendly service...""...for deserts you don't have to stray beyond the daily buttery, flaky tarts such as the stellar pecan or lemon, as they are marvelous..."Arthur Schwartz -- WOR radio (710 AM)Food critic, Arthur Schwartz, gave Maristella his highest ratings on numerous occasions:"...their signature dish 'Riagtoni Vitello' is memorable...""...the hosts have excellent early training in gourmet-level restaurant management... ""...this busy midtown 'oasis' serves the best of Northern Italian cuisine with a touch of Croatian...""...the polished team of servers are very detail oriented and efficient..."69 W 55th Street, New York, NY 10019 212.489.7655 Maristella Restaurant is located on 55th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues. This location is near the 5th Avenue shopping district, as well as close to many popular midtown attractions.Subway stops:N R Q W to 57th St (at 7th Ave)F to 57th St (at 6th Ave)E V to 5th Ave (at 53rd St)Our service defines our quality:Only fresh food leaves our chef's kitchen. Finest seafood lives up to the name of our establishment. We offer fresh pasta made on premises daily. Attention to details is our policy. ÂWhile executive chef Anka Lucic whose culinary masterpieces include extravagant dishes such as marvelous pastas prepared to tempt your taste buds, delicious seafood, tender steaks and chops, award-winning veal scaloppini and daily specials. All this ensures a memorable dining event.Business hours:Monday through Friday lunch............. 12:00pm - 2:30pm dinner............ 5:00pm - 10:00pm Saturday dinner only..... 5:00pm - 10:00pm Sunday closed  letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 23 Apr 2005 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/7579/1/E-Calla-Larga-New-York-Excellent-The-New-York-Times.html  Âhttp://www.callalarga.com With an excellent rating from The New York Times, three stars from Newsday and "Restaurant of Choice" award from the Single Gourmet Dining Club, Calla Larga is a cozy restaurant with a friendly and efficient waitstaff. The contemporary Mediterranean decor of pale peach with pictures of seascapes sets the mood for light Mediterranean cuisine that you will enjoy here. The bread basket consisting of a variety of warm delicious rolls will entice you while you choose from the menu of pastas, meats, fish, veal and poultry. Chef-owner Denis Vidas, from Croatiais responsible for the dishes which are wholesome and many of them his own creations. He doesn't use butter in his recipes and uses only the freshest ingredients available. Denis has a passion for cooking and likes to experiment with simple ingredients to create a whole new dish. He uses different fish from all over the world, which he selects himself at the market. They have become his signature dishes. Co-owner Daria Vidas, Denis' wife, helps him run the restaurant and bakes the luscious desserts. Daria graduated from culinary school in her native Dalmatia with a specialty in pastry and desserts. She has won awards for her delectable creations. The wine list, featuring 80 kinds of wine from Italy, France, California, Long Island, Oregon and Washington, was carefully chosen by Denis. Whether you order from the menu or choose one of the many "specials of the day", you won't be disappointed at Calla Larga. TASTING DINNERS; FIXED PRICE DINNERS; WINE DINNERS; DAILY SPECIALS; PRIVATE PARTY ROOM; ON & OFF PREMISE CATERING; HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE ANTIPASTI - ANTIPASTOCalamari Dalmata - sauteed & grilled with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, parsley & natural juicesOysters Royale - baked & sauteed with bread crumbs, extra virgin olive oil, garlic & champagne sauceVerdura Alla Griglia - grilled vegetablesCarpaccio Di Manzo - sliced filet mignon with arugula, parmigiano, shiitake mushrooms, lemon vinaigretteRISOTTI - RICERisotto Dalmata - mixed seafoodFRUTTI DI MARE - FRUITS OF THE SEAScampi Alla Dalmata cognac, fresh tomato, white wine, herbsZuppa Di Pesche jumbo shrimps, scallops, fillet of fish, white wine, herbsSt Peter's Fish grilled olive oil or with Italian Gaeta olives & tomatoesOrata - grilled with olive oilChilean Sea Bass - covered with tri color chopped saladPOLLI - POULTRYPolla Dalmata double breast with balsamic vinegar, rosemary & garlicCARNI - MEATSCostolette Di Agniello roasted rack of lamb & flambe with cognacFiletto Di Manzo Calla Larga filet mignon with red wine, cognac, shallots & portobello mushrooms BELLEROSE247-63 Jericho Turnpike516-775-4388callalarga.com CUISINENorthern ItalianAdriaticAVERAGE CHECKAppet & Entree pp w/o drinks$20 - $30RESERVATIONSNecessary on Week endsCREDIT CARDSAMEX VISA MC DINERS CLUBHOURSLunchTues - Fri12:00 - 3:00DinnerTues - Thurs5:00 - 10:00Fri & Sat5:00 - 11:00Sunday2:00 - 9:00ATTIRECasual Neat Monday ClosedTuesday 12-3, 5-10 Wednesday 12-3, 5-10 Thursday 12-3, 5-10Friday 12-3, 5-10 Saturday 5-11Sunday 2-9 letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 24 Jan 2004 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/4895/1/EH-Boskinac---A-New-Croatian-Star.html   BOŠKINAC A NewCroatian Star GrandOpening July6th 2003, Novalja, Island Pag, Croatia  www.boskinac.com  Info@boskinac.com 011-385-53-663-500Tel 011-385-53-663-501Fax letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 26 Jun 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/7580/1/E-Tadich-Grill---Croatian-San-Francisco-institution.html Distributed by CroatianWorld Tadich Grill Helen Renoux copyright Tadich Grill240 California StSan Francisco, CA 94111(415) 391-1849Bob Buich - OwnerÂTadich Grill: The Story of San Francisco's Oldest Restaurant. This is a San Francisco institutionand it's Croatian! If you haven't eaten there, you should.ÂÂBuyThe Book letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 19 Feb 2003 07:00:00 +0000