Celebrate Christmas, Chanukah and the holiday season in one of Europe's hottest and most beautiful treasures is hitting the world scene again. Step onto foreign soil and experience a land of beauty, culture, charm, majesty and much more at a very special evening at the Embassy of Croatia.
In actuality, the holiday seaosn begins on December 13th in Croatia - St. Lucy's Day. This marks the beginning of gift exchange. This holiday commemorates Saint Lucy, a 3rd-century martyr under the Diocleti...
Celebrate Christmas, Chanukah and the holiday season in one of Europe's hottest and most beautiful treasures is hitting the world scene again. Step onto foreign soil and experience a land of beauty, culture, charm, majesty and much more at a very special evening at the Embassy of Croatia.
In actuality, the holiday seaosn begins on December 13th in Croatia - St. Lucy's Day. This marks the beginning of gift exchange. This holiday commemorates Saint Lucy, a 3rd-century martyr under the Diocletianic Persecution who according to legend brought food and aid to people hiding in the catacombs using a candle-lit wreath to "light her way and leave her hands free to carry as much food as possible". (Wikipedia)
Featuring:
1) CROATIAN DINNER:
Enjoy a buffet of favorite Croatian delicacies and desserts professionally catered, inclduing:
Croatian Octopus salad
Croatian potato salad with onions
Traditional Dalmatian *pašticada“
Pasta with Truffles
Dessert: Cupavci
2) CROATIAN WINE TASTING & BAR:
Sample a variety of Croatian wines and beers (as well as non alcoholic refreshments).
3) DIPLOMATIC GREETING:
Meet other diplomats from Croatia.
4) LIVE CROATIAN HOLIDAY MUSIC
Native croatians will play holiday music wth songs and traiditions of the celebrations that occur throughout Croatia.
4) CROATIA FILM:
See the beautiful lands, culture and people of Croatia as we preview a film prepared by the embassy.
5) CROATIA ART:
Enjoy an array of paintings and other artifacts on display throughout the embassy.
SUGGESTED ATTIRE
Business Attire
