Wines of Croatia and Bistro Ristoro are a Perfect Pairing

 ABOVE: Plavac Peljesac Red Badel 1862 d.d. 750 ml is available in Ontario at the LCBO (#460873). Ten short years ago, the Republic of Croatia became part of the European Union and has since become a top tourist destination for Canadians. The former Yugoslav country adopted the Euro this past January and joined the

Istria — a kaleidoscope of colours and a treasure trove of gastronomic delights

 by Tanya Schmitt What comes to mind when you think of Croatia? For many it would be the 3,600 miles of dazzling coastline, home to the "pearl of the Adriatic" — Dubrovnik — in the south, it's entire length scattered with a host of breath-taking sun-kissed islands. For others it