Finding a restaurant in Venice where price matches quality is perhaps the most difficult part about eating out in this fascinating city. One tip is get off the tourist-heavy streets and into those winding alleys where tourists don’t go. In the farther reaches of the city, the Venice of the...

Venice is home to some of the top restaurants in all of Italy. From Michelin-starred restaurants like Ristorante Glam through wine bars like Bar All’Arco to simple bistros, there’s something appealing for everyone. Like other major Italian cities like Florence and Rome, Venice also has some tourist trap restaurants that...

Rice, polenta and fish: these are the main products used in Venetian cuisine and yes, rice is at the top of the list! Rice, which arrived in Venice from the East, soon became a symbol of wealth, abundance and fertility, as shown by the act of throwing a handful of...

Eager to try some fresh produce and regional specialties during your trip to the City of Canals? Make sure you set aside time to explore the Venice food markets, where you’ll find myriad vendors selling tasty fruit and vegetables, locally sourced fish, and delectable street food snacks. Those of you...

Considering the Veneto region is the birthplace of Bardolino, Amarone, and Prosecco, it’s hardly surprising that the Venetians have a deep affinity for exceptional wines. And where better to sample the finest vino in northern Italy than at some of the top wine bars in Venice? Wine plays a starring...

Gluten-free restaurants are fast growing in number across the globe, and many Venetian eateries embrace this dietary need. Whether you need to maintain a celiac-friendly diet, or you’re just curious to get a taste of the gluten-free lifestyle, there are tons of great restaurants and bakeries to include in your...

When people think of Venice, they often imagine romantic canals and sweeping seaside vistas. Yet Venice has long been a world-city embracing many cultures and cuisines from the Mediterranean and the Middle East. Throughout history, Venice has always had a strong, vibrant Jewish community, with synagogues, and restaurants contributing to...

Gelato is one of those iconic Italian treats you find in cities like Rome, Sicily, and Florence. Venice in particular has so many gelatarias it can leave you spoiled for choice. From Gelato di Natura to Gelateria Nico and the sorbets at Bacaro del Gelato there are so many places...