Chef Marin Pleše (21)

A Passion for Krk

Raised in Malinska, Chef Marin Pleše grew up immersed in Krk’s culinary traditions. After training with Croatia’s finest chefs and gaining international experience, he returned home to redefine fine dining on the island. His inventive dishes combine modern techniques with fresh, seasonal ingredients, telling a story of Krk’s land, sea, and culture. Honoured as Gault&Millau’s Young Talent of the Year in 2024, Marin continues to elevate the gastronomic landscape of his beloved island.

“The aim of our cuisine is to pass on the richness of Krk to the plate.”

Marin Pleše

Vila Rova

JREJRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs
MalinskaCroatia

Vila Rova, the first fine dining restaurant on the island of Krk, located within the family-run hotel of the Krnčević family, offers an authentic, creative, and contemporary island cuisine shaped by the local chef Marin Pleše. His dishes intuitively follow the rhythm of the seasons, telling the story of the island’s rich gastronomic heritage and deeply rooted culture of the table.

The kitchen is founded on the finest local ingredients, which the chef artfully transforms into dishes that unite elegance, lightness, and a modern culinary expression, while remaining true to the island’s identity.

Guests are invited to enjoy tasting menus and a thoughtfully curated wine list in an intimate interior overlooking the picturesque Kvarner Bay. Vila Rova is a destination for slowly discovering the island through its flavours, aromas, and memorable moments.

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