HEAD TO TAIL Festival

From Tail to Snout: Pork - tastic Festival Dobrovo Castle, Brda Saturday, 14th March 2026: 11 AM – 7 PM Sunday, 15th March 2026: 12 PM – 5 PM In the Brda region, pig slaughtering (koline) was once one of the most important events of the year – a time of shared work, knowledge, respect for food, and togetherness. From these roots emerges the first edition of the From Tail to Snout Festival, reviving the tradition of using the entire pig and honoring food in the way our nonoti (grandfathers) and none (grandmothers) once did. The festival is created with the wish of becoming a tradition itself. Its timing also carries symbolic meaning – in folk tradition, it is believed that around 19th March, the feast of St. Joseph, salami are fully mature. This is the time when salami are ready for the table, the pantry is opened, and food is shared among family, neighbors, and friends. The Heart of Brda Cuisine in One Place The festival will bring together Brda restaurateurs, each partnering with their selected local winemaker. This creates a true portrait of Brda – where food and wine complement one another, where every house tells its own story, and where tradition is passed down from generation to generation. In one place, you will be able to experience the diversity of Brda gastronomy – from old recipes once created around open hearths to modern interpretations that respect culinary heritage. Participating Brda restaurateurs and winemakers: Belica / Belica Wines Kabaj Morel Farm / Kabaj Morel Wines Gostilna Sergio / Sylvmann Wines Gredič Restaurant / Ferdinand Wines Marica House  Nejka & Uroš Klinec / Edvard Reya Wines Mjrka Café  Klinec Oštarija / Klinec Wines Pr’Andreju Pizzeria / Aleksander Wines Hotel Venko Restaurant / Klet Brda Wines Kont Tourist Farm / Malin Wines Štanfel Tourist Farm / Peršolja Wines Breg Tourist Farm / Čarga Wines Vino@modana Restaurant / Šibav Wines Kamp Brda Restaurant / Valentinčič Wines Belvin / Pulec Wines Konvin / Movia Wines Pršutera Brda Grad Dobrovo Restaurant Gostilna pri Marjotu Tavarneta Estate Restaurant / Bužinel Wines The Festival Experience Visitors will be able to: • taste pork-based tasting dishes prepared by Brda chefs • enjoy homemade cured meats – prosciutto, salami, pancetta • discover Brda wines • watch demonstrations of traditional dishes and customs related to pig slaughtering • experience relaxed Brda-style socializing with music and an authentic atmosphere The festival is not just a culinary event – it is a tribute to knowledge that is slowly disappearing, and to the people who continue to preserve it. Coupon System • Festival glass with pouch: €5 • Food coupon: €3 • Wine glass coupon: €3 • Bottle of wine: 10 coupons Masterclass Experiences Masterclass workshops bring visitors closer to the knowledge that was once passed down from father to son, from grandfathers to grandchildren. Limited number of participants. Workshop tickets are available for advance purchase.   MASTERCLASS – Pig Butchering (cutting and sausage making) at 12 PM and 4 PM ​Includes: workshop, tasting, protective clothing, and a pair of vacuum-packed sausages.   MASTERCLASS – “Šalamjada” (salami tasting and evaluation) at 2 PM Includes: professionally guided workshop and tasting. Brda – Where Tradition Still Lives The festival is an opportunity to experience Brda at the moment when spring awakens, when pantries are filled with perfectly matured cured meats, and when life once again moves out into courtyards, cellars, and among people. From Tail to Snout is not just a festival – it is a story about respect for food, the work of human hands, and the knowledge we wish to preserve for future generations. More information: ZTKMŠ Brda T: +386 5 395 95 95 E: tic@brda.si Facebook: @Brda Instagram: @goriska_brda