In the tradition of Istrian cuisine PROSCIUTTO is the pinnacle and the standard for everything that is good, for all sins of the palate. Prosciutto is perceived and recognized as the supreme beauty; the Istrians call it - vijulin, which means ‘violin’. It certainly does deserve such regal status due to its taste, aroma, colour, perfect tenderness i.e. freshness, and even though these elements are only recognizable by very refined palates, the real gourmets are always able to appreciate them. Its quality is determined by its sweetness, tender texture and flavour. What are the secrets of this delicacy? The skill, the care and the patience of manufacturers, but also the weather conditions…
It is in its honour that the Municipality of Tinjan organizes the traditional International Prosciutto Fair ISAP..
FRIDAY 22.10.2010
16:00 Grand opening of the InKult workshop (Programme 'Europe for Citizens')
16:30 Opening of the 15th sickle exhibition
CHILDREN’S AFTERNOON:
17:00 Kata demonstration by the „Karate club Tinjan“
17:30 Performance of young rhythmic gymnasts from Tinjan
17:45 Folk-art performance of young members of the folk-art company „Kumpanija Kosirići“
18:00 9th festival of young musicians „The Golden Sickle“
Istra (Istria) has a centuries-old tradition of trade fairs which Istrian towns keep alive. Fairs are places where people trade, meet, communicate, have fun as always…
