Things to do in Venice Food and Wine
Unlike other Italian regional cuisines, such as the Roman or the Ligurian ones, authentic Venetian cuisine can only be tasted on site. Being less widespread and well-known worldwide doesn't mean it's any less good than other regional gastronomic traditions. Venetian cuisine is based on varied and gentle flavors, that have their roots in the history and geography of the area.
The products that we often find in traditional Venetian dishes are rice, polenta, beans and cod.The latter in particular - a fish uncommon on other Italian tables - will always be there in Veneto, both as an appetizer and as a first and second course. The typical pasta of the region is represented by bigoli, thick spaghetti made using a hand-operated press (which requires a lot of strength). Its surface is particularly rough and suitable to hold the sauces.
Our recommendations in Venice Food and Wine
Galleon Dinner Cruise in Venice
Admire the scenic coast of Mazzorbo, Burano and Murano and dine on board during a panoramic tour of Saint Mark's basin.
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Private gondola ride and dinner in Venice
Enjoy a gondola ride through Venice's canals and a romantic dinner at a typical Venetian restaurant!
Enjoy a romantic dinner in a typical Venetian restaurant and relax with a music concert in a Venetian church.
“Having a spritz together” as Venetians used to say, is the perfect pause between work and dinner to catch up without having to commit to a full evening together
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Galleon Dinner Cruise in Venice
Admire the scenic coast of Mazzorbo, Burano and Murano and dine on board during a panoramic tour of Saint Mark's basin.
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Private gondola ride and dinner in Venice
Enjoy a gondola ride through Venice's canals and a romantic dinner at a typical Venetian restaurant!
Enjoy a romantic dinner in a typical Venetian restaurant and relax with a music concert in a Venetian church.
“Having a spritz together” as Venetians used to say, is the perfect pause between work and dinner to catch up without having to commit to a full evening together
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Light lunch in St. Mark's Square Royal Gardens
Enjoy a delightful light lunch at a charming café in the Royal Gardens, San Marco. Savour local delicacies while soaking up the views.
Spritz and cicchetti in Venice's Royal Gardens
Savour the renowned spritz cocktail and explore Venice's top attractions with a mobile app guide.
Traditional bacaro tour in Venice with a local guide
Traverse Venice's charming streets on a traditional bacaro tour. Savour local cuisine, wines, and discover hidden corners.
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Italian Cooking Class Pasta and Tiramisu in Venice
Master the art of making pasta and tiramisu in a hands-on cooking class with local Italian hosts. Book now for an immersive culinary experience!
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Prosecco wine tour from Venice
Enjoy a 6-hours tour discovering the land of Prosecco, visiting a local winery and tastings some local products!
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Fresh Pasta Private Cooking Class in Venice
Learn how to make fresh pasta with your hands, prepare 3 different types of pasta with 3 different sauces and taste the delicious dishes that you prepared.
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Venetian Cichetti private cooking class
Learn how to cook Cicheti like a local! Let yourself be inspired by seasonal ingredients and taste what you made with your hands with a glass of Prosecco.
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Reviews Venice Food and Wine
“A brilliant evening out. We met the galleon at the stated departure point which was easy to get to and on time. We embarked and seated at our table and the evening began. 3 hours of a leisurely trip around the Venetian islands, with a wonderful 5 course meal and wine with a background of chilled music. Staff were friendly. Lovely experience and for what we had it was a great great value for money .”
“The inside deck was stunning and we were courteously shown to our table. The food surpassed all expectation, it was cooked and presented as well as any Michelin star restaurant and the service followed suit. My only criticism was that I contacted them beforehand to inform them that my husband cannot drink alcohol and was assured there would be plenty of alternatives, however he was only offered water, coke or tonic water, which was poor.”
“Informative and friendly guide. nicely conducted tour.”
“A fantastic experience on our 25 wedding anniversary, fantastic food great atmosphere and a great cruise around the bay, I would definitely recommend this.”
