Learn to fillet seabass, make seafood pasta, and master raw fish plates with Irena Fonda in a four‑hour private workshop near Koper. Hands-on techniques, local wine, and a shared feast beneath Mediterranean pines.
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You step into a shady clearing at Fonda Fish Garden and the first thing that registers is the salt-air memory of the Adriatic—pine sap, lemon peel, and the metallic tang of fresh sea. A small circle of benches, a wooden prep table, and baskets of whole fish frame the lesson: this is a practical, tactile workshop where the ocean meets the cutting board.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Light—participants should be able to stand and move around a prep table for several hours.
Wildlife
History
Koper and the Slovenian Istrian coast have a long maritime history influenced by Venetian trade; fishing has been a local livelihood for centuries.
Conservation
The workshop emphasizes sustainable seafood use and reduced single-use plastics; sourcing favors local, seasonally available species.
Reserve your spot on the Private Mediterranean Fish Cooking Workshop with Irena today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear closed-toe shoes
Prep involves standing for several hours and handling fish—closed-toe shoes protect you from slips and dropped tools.
Declare allergies in advance
Notify the host of shellfish or seafood allergies before the class so recipes can be adapted where possible.
Bring a small notebook
You’ll receive recipes, but jotting technique notes during demonstrations helps you replicate them at home.
Expect weather contingencies
Workshops may be cancelled in bad weather—confirm the day before and have flexible plans for your afternoon.
Closed-toe, non-slip shoes
Protects feet in a kitchen/prep area and provides stable footing during demonstrations.
Comfortable, short-sleeve top
Keeps you cool while working near heat and handling seafood; sleeves make hand washing easier.
summer
Small notebook and pen
Useful for writing down technique tips and recipe tweaks you want to remember.
Allergy and dietary notes
Bring written notes or inform the host in advance to ensure safe menu adjustments.