Traditional Istrian gastronomy is one of the most important elements of the cultural identity of Istria and the rural identity of its inhabitants. The fundamental parts of the Istrian gastronomy are its indigenous character, the use of food from their own family farms and preparation in the old fashioned way with the interference of any exotic spices, etc., for as little as possible. Istrian traditional gastronomy as we know it today was influenced by many foreign authorities that were present on this area during history, but the greatest influence was left by the Venetian government and the inhabitants of the province of Friuli that the Istrians called Cargnels. They immigrated to Istria in the middle of the 16th century and since then they have had an enormous influence on the Istrian gastronomy as we know it today. Today, Istrian agrotourisms and traditional Istrian gastronomy events are important factors in the preservation of traditional Istrian gastronomy as an intangible cultural heritage. In such a way it reaches a larger number of people, influences its popularization and thus ensures its survival. The specific memorabilia of taste and smell and the perfect pairing of Istrian cuisine, olive oil and wine is the best and unforgettable souvenir that every visitor takes home with them. Such experience complimented with their stay in indigenous houses and villages is something the guests appreciate and something that takes them back with nostalgia into their own past or the past of their ancestors of which they had the opportunity to just listen about.