Neretva cuisine is a reflection of the rich tradition of life along the river and sea. This unique culinary landscape combines river and sea products with continental influences, creating dishes that you cannot find anywhere else in Croatia. The key to everything is fresh local ingredients — eels, frogs, crayfish, mandarins, and vegetables grown on the fertile soils of the delta.
Eel brudet is the crown jewel of Neretva gastronomy. This thick, rich dish is prepared over low heat for hours, combining eels with onion, tomato, wine, and herbs. Every family has their own version of the recipe, but everyone agrees — the key is fresh eel caught the same day. Frogs prepared in buzara sauce or fried are another speciality that surprises visitors with their tenderness and flavour. The Neretva area is the only place in Croatia where frogs are traditionally consumed.
Do not miss trying crayfish from the Neretva, homemade bread baked under a peka dome, seasonal salads of wild herbs, and of course mandarins in all forms — from fresh fruit to liqueurs and cakes. The Hotel MB restaurant proudly maintains these traditions, offering a daily lunch special that always includes one of the authentic Neretva dishes.