Gorski Kotar green is an oasis of peace which provides visitors with the opportunity for the true anti-stress rest that the human body desperately needs. Today, there are already numerous studies that talk about the influence of nature on the regeneration of the human body. American scientists are doing their research proved that compared to city walking nature walks have greater benefits for the human body, from reduced levels of anxiety to improved cognitive abilities.
Untouched nature, among other things, affects vitality and vitality, our perception of happiness, decreases stress, quality work support cardiovascular system, etc. The green embrace of nature is extremely pleasing to the human body to such an extent that it even affects the level kindness and generosity, which is to be expected because stress has a toxic effect on the human body, our perception and ultimately our actions.
Stress simply reduces our "field of vision", and being in nature revitalizes us. We can witness this for ourselves. Namely when we regenerate in the true green embrace of nature we feel that level of vitality in our body as opposed to rest from which, in essence, we need rest.
Gorski kotar with its untouched nature, pleasant climate, without crowds provides a green shelter for a deep anti-stress vacation. For example, Golubinjak Forest Park it is not demanding for hiking, and provides the possibility of deep relaxation. It is also an irresistible experience that will leave you breathless with its beauty, and walks through the mature coniferous trees will have a beneficial effect on your respiratory system.
Of course, if you choose a trip to any part of Gorski kotar, the park-forest Japlenški vrh, the source of the river Kupa or, for example, climbs to mountain massifs, nature will faithfully follow you and provide you with a revitalizing refuge. It is definitely advisable to go to her womb, Vrelo cave or Lokvarka, where you will experience the deep peace and beauty of perfect architecture. Of course, you can spice up your stay in nature with easy and pleasant walks with a set of adrenaline sports that you can enjoy on your own or in the company of friends and family.
Holidays in Gorski kotar also offer the possibility of finding suitable accommodation where nature gently wakes you up and puts you to sleep, with the chirping of birds and the whisper of the forest. Goranski restaurants will also provide you with refreshments of high nutritional value.
As part of the initiative Gastroventure à la Gorski kotar through their menus, local caterers present home-made ingredients, raspberries, chicken, beets, Gorski Kotar young potatoes and honey. The autochthonous Gorski kotar bee honey is a product. It is rich, among other things, in antioxidants, amino acids, iron, folic acid, etc. Gorani young potatoes are an exceptional delicacy that sells out quickly, and raspberries are indispensable berries of Gorski kotar. Beetroot is rich in antioxidants and is a very good source of folic acid as well as iron. Chicken, the most sought after meat in Croatia, is prepared by Gorski Kotar restaurants in various ways, from light vegetable stews to more complex and aesthetically demanding dishes.
An excellent refreshment in the summer after light or intense activities are vegetable chicken stews or a young Gorani boar with Gorani potatoes from a bread oven which we present to you through prepared recipes. Of course, the rich menus of Gorski Kotar restaurants with their choice of dishes will certainly delight you and provide you with an irresistible good gourmet food experience.
Vegetable chicken stew
The recipe is signed by: Zeleni vir Mountain Lodge, Skrad
Ingredients for 4 people:
- 1500 grams of fresh chicken
- 500 g of young potatoes, preferably from Gorski Kotar
- 1 fresh pepper
- 1 head of red onion
- 1 tomato
- 2 carrots
- 300 g peas
- teaspoon of tomato concentrate
- spices: salt, pepper
<strong>Preparation: </strong>
Saute red onion, paprika and tomato and add diced carrots. Add the chicken cut into slightly larger pieces. Let it cook gently. After half an hour, add diced Gorski Kotar potatoes and peas. Season and add tomato concentrate. At the end of the meal, cook the dumplings, which are prepared from eggs and flour. Delight!
Young boar with Gorski Kotar potatoes in a bread oven
The recipe is signed by: Pizzeria Furman, Fužine
Ingredients for 4 people:
- 1 kg of mountain, young wild boar
- 20 dkg carrots
- 15 dkg of paprika
- 15 dkg of red onion
- 10 dkg tomatoes
- Bay leaf
- a sprig of rosemary
- salt, pepper
- 2dl oil
- underlay foundation
- 0,5 kg of Gorani potatoes
<strong>Preparation: </strong>
Add salt to the meat, accompany it and put it on heated oil. Fry on both sides. Add red onion, carrot, paprika, tomato, bay leaf and rosemary. Pour the stock and cover. Cook for 1 hour. After that, the meat and vegetables are taken out and baked in a bread oven. It is served with Gorski Kotar potatoes, which go well with stewed sauerkraut. Delight!
Cover photo: Lokvarsko Lake / Stanislav Horaček, Gorski kotar Tourist Board
