Duda & Mate

Right by the Narona Archaeological Museum in Vid, just north of Metković, this rustic guesthouse prepares the traditional dishes of Neretva exactly as you would expect, over a roaring flame and white-hot coals. It’s not all frog and eels, although those are available too, in their many popular guises. Here coot also takes priority, grilled or, better-yet, concocted hunter-style. Veal, lamb, duck and octopus also get a culinary look-in. There’s fresh fish too, squid and sundry seafood. Home-made spirits and bitters help wash everything down at the end. You can be taken out on a boat, see how eels are trapped, go kite-surfing, horse-riding and mountain-biking, all arranged from here, and there’s a number of comfortable rooms and apartments on-site.