Squid Without Borders – Workshop with David Skoko (Batelina) at EGCI Pazin

The workshop is led by David Skoko, one of the most recognisable names in Croatian gastronomy, a chef whose work has strongly shaped the contemporary view of fish, the daily catch and adding value to Adriatic ingredients. His approach combines the sea, tradition, creativity and a complete understanding of the raw material. The workshop centres on squid, a nutritionally outstanding ingredient rich in protein, vitamin B12 and minerals such as selenium, copper and phosphorus. This combination of high nutritional value, low fat content and exceptional culinary versatility makes it one of the most interesting ingredients of the Adriatic. Through different techniques, textures and methods of preparation, Skoko will show how to take squid out of its classic frame and turn it into contemporary, creative and gastronomically powerful dishes. The emphasis is on making the most of the ingredient, preserving its original taste and exploring new possibilities far beyond the usual ways of preparing it. Participants will gain new ideas for a fish menu and a better understanding of how the choice of method changes the final result. The workshop encourages a curious approach to a well-known ingredient, with more confidence in preparation and more freedom in creating dishes. About the lecturer: David Skoko, a chef and author from a fishing family, built his reputation through Batelina, a konoba south of Pula that has become a reference for creative fish cuisine. He is a promoter of sustainable fishing and of adding value to "unpopular" catch, which he turns into accessible contemporary dishes through recipes, workshops and media. The workshop is part of the Autumn Workshop Cycle 2026 of the Istrian Gastronomic Education Centre (EGCI). When: Friday, 27 November 2026, 9:00 AM Where: EGCI – Istrian Gastronomic Education Centre, Gortanov brijeg 1, Pazin Price: €340.00 (€170.00 for participants from Istria County) Places: 12 Registration: via the EGCI website (egci.azrri.hr)