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Brudet – a Dalmatian fish stew full of history on the Makarska Riviera

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16.02.2026
Some dishes speak about more than ingredients. They speak about fishermen, the sea and evenings when families gather again. Brudet is one of them. At first glance it may sound simple – just fish stew. But that is where the magic starts. A fisherman’s meal Whatever the sea offered that day went into the pot: different fish, onions, tomatoes, wine, garlic. Over time every family created its own version. That’s why brudet never tastes exactly the same twice. Why the flavor is so deep Slow cooking blends everything together into a powerful, rich sauce. It is usually served with polenta, which absorbs it beautifully. Warm. Honest. Comforting. More than food Brudet means sitting longer, dipping bread, ordering another glass of wine. It’s not fast dining – it’s an evening. Tip If you see homemade brudet on the menu, take it. Taste it slowly.

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