Dolac Markets, Zagreb

Like the majority of European towns we have visited, Zagreb has a large open-air farmers’ market called the Dolac Market. All the stalls have bright cherry red covers on them and it's a colourful, bustling atmosphere as locals mingle, chat and do their food shopping. Running for over 80 years it was the place to buy local produce. Although we haven’t yet cooked on this trip we did purchase some delicious peaches.

Adjoining the food stalls was the gorgeous flower market, filled with beautiful blooms and unique flower arrangements. As I wanted to be a florist when I was younger, I loved the displays, the flowers and the smells. We did get scolded by one stall holder when I went to take a photo of her stand.Read more