Top Veneto Food & Drink Classes - page 7

Perfect for cruise passengers, this authentic Venetian experience begins just steps away from the waterfront at Palazzo Cornoldi. Explore the city’s hidden calli and historic districts, visit a traditional local market, and enjoy a hands-on cooking class in a real home. Prepare fresh handmade pasta and a classic Venetian dessert, then savour your homemade lunch paired with local wine before returning comfortably to the meeting point.

Shop, cook and dine like a Venetian in this 3-course experience hosted through Cozymeal. Begin with a market stroll, exploring stalls filled with seasonal produce, herbs and seafood while learning how locals choose ingredients at their freshest. Menu - First course: Artichokes alla Veneta — crispy and golden, fried in olive oil - Second course: Fresh ravioli — filled with ricotta and vegetables or risotto — crafted with squid ink or seasonal vegetables - Dessert: Choice of classic tiramisù or panna cotta with fruit Back in a welcoming Venetian kitchen, enjoy wine as you cook and share authentic dishes in a warm, intimate setting.

This exclusive cooking class in Venice invites you to experience the region's rich cultural and culinary traditions, from iconic Italian dishes to the vibrant atmosphere of the city. Under the expert guidance of Chef Francesco, a world-class instructor and skilled musician, you’ll master the art of preparing authentic Italian dishes. Step-by-step, you’ll create fresh bruschetta and basil pesto from scratch. Next, discover the traditional methods of making pasta for a classic carbonara, using time-honored tools and techniques. Finish the experience with a delicious homemade tiramisu while enjoying a special acoustic guitar performance by the chef himself. Elevate your Italian journey with this unforgettable cooking class in Venice.

Cook a colorful vegetarian feast in this hands-on, small-group, 4-course cooking class hosted through Cozymeal. Set in a serene home kitchen on Venice’s Giudecca Island, this exclusive experience (max 4 guests) blends authentic flavors, seasonal produce and warm local tradition. Menu First course: Fondi di carciofo — savory artichokes prepared with olive oil Second course: Caprese salad — ripe tomatoes, mozzarella and fresh basil Third course: Vegetarian lasagna — handmade pasta layered with greens and tomato Dessert: Torta allo yogurt — classic lemon-scented yogurt cake With canal views, intimate group size and guided instruction, this class captures the essence of Venice through its flavors and hospitality.

Cook your way through Italy’s most beloved regions in this hands-on, small-group, 3-course cooking class hosted through Cozymeal. Located on Venice’s tranquil Giudecca Island, this exclusive experience (max 4 guests) combines authentic recipes with personal instruction and a live guitar serenade. Menu - First course: Saltimbocca alla Romana — veal cutlets with prosciutto and sage - Second course: Tagliatelle alla Bolognese — fresh pasta served with rich ragù - Dessert: Torta della suocera — soft cocoa cake with a traditional Venetian twist From Rome to Bologna to Venice, each dish reflects Italy’s rich culinary heritage. Paired with live music in a local kitchen, this class is as cultural as it is delicious.

Led by our simpatica (or simpatico!) certified sommelier you’ll uncork the secrets of our eminently quaffable Italian wines Focusing on 3-4 bottles from the Veneto and Friuli regions (a mix of red and white) paired with seasonal local appetisers, you’ll explore – The origins and history of each of the wines opened along with an insider’s insight into the history of the city itself The principles and methods of wine tasting using sight, smell and taste along with expert tips on what to look out for How to best open, pour, serve and store your wines How to read Italian wine labels The importance and principles of wine and food pairing Easy-going, unpretentious – and best of all, tons of fun – wine tastings last approx. 1½ hours and can, if you wish, be preceded by a short (1½ hour) walking tour of ‘secret’ Venice on which you’ll discover local places and hidden-away corners that’ll make you feel like a true Venetian about town…