Top Venice Dining Experiences

Beat the crowds at the Hard Rock Cafe in Venice for a rock ‘n’ roll night out complete with stunning canal views. Skip the long line when you arrive and head straight to your table. Enjoy classic American fare surrounded by memorabilia from all your favorite musicians, and customize your experience with your choice of a 2- or 3-course meal.

Pasta is Italy’s iconic dish, and with this cooking experience you can learn how to prepare two varieties of pasta like an authentic Italian “Cesarina” (home cook). Roll out a sheet of pasta dough by hand to make both a fresh and filled variety from scratch, and then whip up a tiramisù with the help of your “Cesarina” teacher. Relax after your hands-on class by sampling the dishes you’ve prepared together.

Enjoy a multi-course Venetian meal in the palace home of your chef host. Taste regional delicacies accompanied by Italian wine, learn about the recipes, and dine in the elegant surroundings of your chef's private home.

Discover the authentic flavor of Venice during a private cooking lesson and dinner with a Cesarine, a member of an exclusive network of local cooks who are preserving Italy’s culinary heritage. Get a taste of true Italian hospitality inside your host’s private home, and help prepare a 4-course menu of Venetian specialties using time-honored recipes. Sit down to share the homemade meal family style, along with wine from the Veneto region, for a meal you won't find it any restaurant.

Taste the flavors of Venice with this gourmet four-course dinner complete with wine pairings! Settle in at a top-rated restaurant in the heart of Venice and relax among a romantic atmosphere. Start your meal off with a local aperitif, and then savor four expertly prepared courses that highlight the unique flavors of Venetian cuisine. A professional sommelier will be on hand to guide you through the wine list featuring Veneto varietals and help you choose pairings to complement each course.

Experience the vibrant food culture of Italy during this 6-hour private tour in Venice. Start out by exploring the local markets in search of some of the best Venetian products. Then get hands-on experience with a private cooking class to create a delicious Italian meal. Enjoy the fruits of your labor as you eat your 3-course meal which is perfectly paired with red and white wines from the region.

Learn the secret to making great pasta during a private cooking class in Venice, taught by a “cesarina,” or home cook. Follow three regional recipes and discover tricks of the trade. Each participant is equipped with utensils and ingredients at a personal workstation during the 3-hour lesson. You’ll prepare authentic Italian pastas, then taste each delicious dish, accompanied by a selection of local wine. 

Taste your way through the backstreet bars of Venice on this delicious food and wine tour. Follow your local guide to different ‘enotecas’ (wine bars) to discover where local Venetians go to drink and mingle. At each stop, sample regional wines and Prosecco served alongside plates of the popular Venetian appetizers called ‘cicchetti.’ Group size is limited to 12 to ensure a personalized experience.

For a special night out while vacationing in Venice, book an entertaining evening out at the cabaret. A grand magic show, musical performers, and dancers keep you entertained while you dine on a multi-course international dinner with Italian wine. Choose from among three different menus; a welcome cocktail is included.

Explore the culture and cuisine of UNESCO–listed Venice on this food-lover’s dining experience. Take a seat at your table in a Venetian home while your chef—a local sailor—cooks up a storm in the kitchen. Enjoy fresh homemade pasta, fresh fish, and locally grown vegetables across a delicious 5-course Italian seafood feast, and savor the delicious flavors of Venice.

Feel the romance of a classic Venetian experience with a serenaded gondola ride through Venice’s famed canals, capped off by dinner or lunch at a renowned local eatery. Settle into a traditional gondola boat for a ride through the Grand Canal and some of the city’s smaller waterways, while onboard musicians provide a passionate soundtrack of Italian ballads. Savor an authentic Venetian meal at the top-rated Hostaria Ai Coristi Restaurant to conclude your enchanted evening or afternoon tour.

Eat and drink your way through one of Venice’s most distinctive neighborhoods on a walking food tour through the Cannaregio district, also known as the former Jewish ghetto. Learn about the area’s rich history and culture from a local guide as you stroll through its narrow winding streets, stopping to sample some of the best and most authentic delicacies around, from traditional kosher dishes and wine to creamy risotto and fresh-baked goods. Buon appetito!

Visit two of the well-known islands in the Venice lagoon and dine on a splendid seafood lunch during this half-day boat tour of Murano and Burano. Explore the islands famous for glass and lace, respectively, traveling by boat through the lagoon. Savor local seafood during lunch in a traditional osteria in Burano.

Discover the wines of Italy’s Veneto region during a tasting in an enoteca in Venice. Meet your local expert at the wine bar and learn about the long winemaking history of Veneto, which dates back to the Roman Empire. Taste several different Veneto varietals served with house-made appetizers as you enjoy the social atmosphere of this small-group tour.

Venice is delightful any time of day, but the city shows its true romantic spirit after the sun sets each evening. Enjoy the beauty of Venice by night with an evening out in the historic center. Relax over an intimate dinner in a traditional Venetian restaurant just off St. Mark’s Square, and then enjoy a classical music concert in the historic Church of San Vidal a short stroll away.

Want to entertain your friends and family in your home away from home?Cesarine is your perfect solution; our expert local home cooks will come to your accommodation to create an authentic culinary experience you'll never forget. Put your feet up and relax with your loved ones while our Cesarina takes care of everything for you (clean up included!). Enjoy an aperitivo with sparkling wine and nibbles followed by a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert and drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars).  How does it work? After you have booked the experience we will contact you asking for the address of your accommodation and any specific requests or preferences including timings. We will then match you with the perfect local home cook from our world-famous network. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities.

Enjoy an incredible cooking show with a famous Italian chef: Ferdinando Santi. He has worked in the best restaurants all over the world and he often goes as guest on National TV for important live cooking shows. In the enchanting location of Venetian Patriarchate Seminary, close to the breathtaking Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute, Ferdinando will show you how to prepare the best Venetian dishes. He’ll choose only seasonal fresh ingredients in order to serve you the best dishes ever.

Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class in a welcoming home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and tiramisu and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner accompanied by local wines. During this private lesson, you will learn how to prepare 2 pasta recipes and the tiramisu dessert from scratch. Your Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of these iconic recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family once home with an Italian meal! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Follow three authentic Venetian recipes during a private cooking class and learn the tricks of the trade from a 'cesarina,' or home cook, in Venice. Each participant is equipped with utensils and ingredients at a personal workstation during the 3-hour lesson. You’ll prepare 'cicchetti,' or small plates, then taste each delicious dish, accompanied by a selection of local wine.

Don't lose the opportunity to become a "pizzaiolo" (pizza-maker) and a great tiramisu maker! Enter a local home, connect with an expert home cook and discover how Italian mamma and nonnas used to prepare awesome pizza at home. With this private hands-on cooking class, you will learn how to make pizza and tiramisù from scratch from a real Italian family. To complete your feast, enjoy what you have prepared for lunch or dinner with a selection of local wine included. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family with a pizza party once you come back home! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Settle back and enjoy the ultimate in travel luxury. During this intimate VIP tour, you’ll hit the lagoons of Venice for a stunning—and fully private—ride along the canals in a traditional gondola. Get a front-row perspective on the city’s best waterfront views as you glide past elegant Renaissance architecture. Tours end with a taste of high-end Italian gastronomy during a sumptuous, four-course restaurant meal.

Learn about Venetian culinary traditions on this food-focused walking tour dedicated to the Venetian aperitif and the cicchetti, or side plate. With a guide in the lead, you’ll stroll around the Rialto area, stopping in bars and pubs that you may not find on your own. Taste local wines and traditional Italian regional appetizers while listening to engaging commentary from your guide.

Experience the beloved Italian tradition of “aperitivo,” a time in the early evening to relax with friends while enjoying a selection of small plates and drinks. When your day in Venice is just winding down, learn the art of preparing the perfect aperitivo. A “cesarina,” or home cook, shares five elegant nibbles to pair with a refreshing glass of fizz. It's an authentic experience not to be missed.

Would you like to discover the most authentic side of Italian gastronomy and share it with other enthusiasts of the “cucina italiana”? Enjoy this shared Market tour and typical Dining experience. Visit the vibrant local market and learn about the seasonal produce and secret ingredients. Then, head to your Cesarina’s house to enjoy a 3-course dining experience, showcasing the authentic regional dishes stored in the cookbooks of your host. You will take part in an experience which is so much more than just a lunch or dinner. You will make new friends, feel like one of the family and live like the Italians do.