Tvrtko Šakota
Tvrtko Šakota is a Croatian chef and co-owner of the popular eatery Salo in Zagreb, known for his commitment to minimalism and local ingredients. Since its opening in January 2023, Salo has maintained a strong presence in the city's dining scene, offering dishes that highlight seasonal produce and traditional recipes, such as his grandmother's apple pie. Šakota emphasizes the importance of quality over quantity, ensuring that every dish is made from scratch using fresh, local ingredients. His philosophy revolves around creating a menu that reflects the natural rhythm of food availability, rejecting compromises in quality.
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Tvrtko Šakota is known in gastronomic circles for not compromising and generally avoiding trends.
Dobra Hrana - U Salu se odnedavno nudi brunch! Ramen 'na hrvatski' je poput dobre bakine juhe, a štrukli bi se mogli svidjeti i Francuzima
Croatia· 2026-02-28
Tvrtko Šakota is the culinary director of the GrapeSton festival, bringing together various culinary talents.
Dobra Hrana - Plešivički pioniri prirodnog vinarstva i vinogradarstva: 'Plešivica će biti 100% ekološka'Croatia· 2025-03-17
Tvrtko Šakota is the culinary director of the GrapeSton festival, bringing his expertise to the event.
Dobra Hrana - Plešivički pioniri prirodnog vinarstva i vinogradarstva: 'Plešivica će biti 100% ekološka'Croatia· 2025-03-16
Tvrtko Šakota is the chef behind the restaurant Salo, known for his commitment to minimalism and local ingredients.
Dobra Hrana - Šakota u Salu fura totalni minimalizam i ne pristaje na kompromise! Radi top pizzu, jaja u jogurtu i bakinu pitu od jabukeCroatia· 2025-02-23
