Croatian olive oil — particularly from Istria, Dalmatia, and the island of Brač — ranks among the world’s finest. Istrian olive oils have won more international awards per capita than any other region on earth. Cold-pressed from varieties like Buža, Leccino, and Rosulja, they have intense grassy, peppery flavour. Buy directly from small producers at local markets — it’s one of Croatia’s best-value luxury products.