Sant’Erasmo Venice: History, Agriculture & Local Experiences
Why Sant’Erasmo Is a Unique Lagoon Island Have you ever heard of Sant’Erasmo? It’s the northernmost island in the Venetian Lagoon, but it’s not known for monumental palaces or canals like other parts of Venice. But rather for its lush, expansive fields, working farms, and rural character that feels completely...
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A Food Lover’s Guide to Brunch in Venice
Nothing says vacation quite like a lazy morning followed by a late breakfast. If this is your preferred way to start the day, you might be interested to discover some of the top spots for brunch in Venice that I’ve taken a liking to during my last few visits. Brunch...
It’s that time of the day in Venice when you need an espresso for a little lift-me-up. From charming hideaway coffee shops operating on a come-and-go system to luxurious espresso bars amongst tourist hotspots like Piazza San Marco, cafes in Venice are a unique experience. I’ve lost count of the...
A Guide to Vegan Dining in Venice
Venice is one of the world’s most renowned foodie destinations. For a city with such deep-rooted culinary traditions, it’s surprisingly vegan-friendly. Italian cities aren’t exactly famed for their plant-based dishes, but the quality of Venice’s vegan options proves this is quite a misleading stereotype! Before I started my guided food...
A Local’s Guide to Cicchetti in Venice
To truly enjoy Venice as the locals do, you have to sample some Venetian cicchetti and hop between the city’s countless cicchetti bars, known as bacari. Reminiscent of Spanish tapas, cicchetti consists of bite-sized snacks traditionally teamed with local wines or spritzes. Tucking into some delectable finger food at a...
No matter what corner of Italy I’ve found myself in, I’ve rarely struggled to get my hands on quality pizza, and Venice is no different. I’ve gushed about Venice’s wine bars and where I’ve uncovered the finest gelato in Venice, but I don’t think I’ve given the pizza here the...
A Guide to Romantic Restaurants in Venice
If there’s one thing Venice has in spades, it’s romantic restaurants offering intimate and memorable dining experiences. With its picturesque streets, canal-side terraces, and cozy hideaways, few places are quite as ambient and enchanting as the Floating City. I often tell people on my Venice food walks that all it...
An Essential Guide to Food in Venice
When people think of Venice, they envision picturesque canals, enchanting gondola rides, and refreshing glasses of Aperol spritz. Venetian cuisine often gets forgotten about. However, the foodie landscape here is well and truly alive and kicking, and I’m going to give you the inside scoop! You’ve probably been led to...
A Local’s Guide to Family Restaurants in Venice
Venice’s romantic, mystical nature would lead you to believe it’s a destination suited to couples and grown-up travelers. While it certainly appeals to each of those groups, it’s also an incredibly welcoming spot for little visitors, with a bunch of family-friendly restaurants. I’ve noticed many people on my Venice food...
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