Umag-Novigrad is the northest region in Istria. The region offers great possibilities for active holidays. In this forum you can find out everything there is about Umag-Novigrad region
I think the Skalinada isn't that good. When I was there last year the food was delicious and I got a big dish. But two weeks ago the quality was very weak...
If you drive into the direction of Umag you'll also find the Taverna Sergio which is very nice.
My own favourite is Astarea, up at Brtniglia, on the road to Buje. It doesn't look much from outside but inside it is very good and the food is the best in the area. It isn't even dear. Well worth the extra journey.