Top Venice Food & Drink Classes - page 2

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.

There are so many great food and drink spots to discover in Venice, such as its “bacari” (traditional wine bars). Get insider tips on how to avoid the tourist traps and find the best local haunts by going on this guided foodie adventure. Try a mix of gourmet snacks, wines, and small plates—with all tastings included for extra convenience.

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.

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.

Get a taste of authentic Venetian life with a private culinary experience that starts at the local Rialto Market. Overcome the language barrier with your guide and select fresh ingredients for a cookery class in a historic local home. Craft traditional Venetian appetizers and a spritz aperitivo, then sit down and savor your creations.

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.

Eat and drink your way through one of Venice’s most distinctive neighborhoods on a small-group walking food tour through the Cannaregio district and former Jewish ghetto. Learn about the area’s history and culture from your guide as you stroll through its narrow winding streets, stopping to sample some of the best and most authentic delicacies around, such as pasta, wine, gelato, and freshly baked goods.

With a specilized italian sommelier, you will enjoy a walking tour in Bassano, from the most famous landmark, the Ponte Vecchio (in English, the “old bridge”), a wooden bridge designed by famous Italian architect Andrea Palladio in 1569 that crosses the mighty Brenta River. Crossing the main squares and streets, in a relaxing chat about the traditions and the annedocts of Bassano, you will arrive in this unique location, which is the highest point of the city, in a liberty style palace with an amazing terrace from where you will enjoy the view at sunset, with an exclusive tasting of wines and cheeses and cold cuts. A great food tour combining our traditional "cicchetti" with special wines, in a private exclusive atmosphere that speaks about Bassano in the most beautiful and romantic way you can imagine!

An Italian dish but an international favorite, pasta carbonara is a treat when done well. Learn how to cook it in traditional Italian style during this Venice cooking class with local host Filippo. Taking place in a jazz club, the experience covers making pasta from scratch, learning about the ingredients, and preparing your own dish to eat with your host and fellow cooks at the end.

Discover the rich culinary traditions of the Veneto region in a private cooking class set within an ancient artistic house in the heart of Venice. Guided by a passionate chef, whose family has been in the restaurant business for 125 years, this experience focuses on traditional recipes passed down through generations. Using only the highest quality ingredients, you will learn to create authentic dishes that reflect the flavors of Venice, from the mountains to the sea. Enjoy this exclusive, personalized experience with your own group, making it a warm and friendly gathering that immerses you in the essence of Venetian culture.

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.

Explore Venice through your taste buds and learn something new on this small-group tour of the city’s famous Rialto Market followed by a hands-on cooking lesson in the home of your guide, a trained chef. You’ll pick up fresh seasonal ingredients from the bustling stalls, then prepare a traditional Venetian lunch while discovering Italian cooking techniques. Afterward, you’ll taste your creations and take your new skills home.

Craft Venetian cicchetti in this intimate 7-course cooking class hosted through Cozymeal. Just steps from the Grand Canal, a welcoming Dorsoduro kitchen sets the stage for a flavorful journey through the city’s culinary traditions. Menu - Polpette di carne — savory meatballs in tomato sauce - Baccalà mantecato — creamed cod with polenta - Baby octopus sautéed in olive oil with lemon - Sarde in saor — sweet-and-sour sardines - Crostini with toppings such as mortadella, cheese and marinated vegetables - Frittata made with seasonal produce - Additional cicchetti inspired by fresh market ingredients Paired with wine and guided by warm hospitality, this class offers an authentic taste of Venetian home-style dining.

Learn to make a Veneto favorite turned global standard—tiramisu—and two regional specialties, such as bigoli pasta, gnocchi, or risi e bisi (rice and peas), in a private cooking class with a home chef in Venice. Work alongside your host, then savor the fruits of your labor for lunch or dinner with water, local wines, and coffee.

Plunge into the world of natural wines through a private wine tasting led by your personal sommelier. Enjoy 5 drinks (4 wines a and 1 vermouth) paired with gourmet Venetian cicchetti in a cozy, hidden wine bar far from the crowds. • Private Experience: just you and your sommelier dedicated to making your experience special • A fun way to learn about wine: no complicated wine jargon, just a relaxed, engaging experience • 5 Local & Natural Drinks: from sparkling Pet-Nat wine to handcrafted Vermouth, all from small, passionate producers • Perfect Food Pairings: 5 gourmet Venetian cicchetti, carefully selected to match each drink • Hidden & Exclusive Location: not a touristy spot but a cozy, authentic wine bar in a quiet area of Venice

I'll show you all the secrets to making perfect fresh pasta, from preparing the dough to making the different shapes of pasta. We will learn together how to prepare Tiramisu, the most famous desert in the world, following the traditional recipe. At the end of the lesson, we will sit down together at the table to enjoy the fruits of our work, accompanied by a bottle of wine. My home, located in the heart of Venice, is welcoming and full of history. I can't wait to share my passion for cooking with you!

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…

Discover the flavors of the Veneto region in this small-group, 3-course cooking class hosted through Cozymeal. Held just steps from the Grand Canal, this hands-on experience blends culinary traditions, regional ingredients and warm Venetian hospitality. Menu - First course: Fondi di carciofi — artichokes braised in olive oil and herbs - Second course: Handmade ravioli — with ricotta and seasonal vegetables or risotto — made with squid ink or asparagus - Dessert: Choice of panna cotta with fruit or tiramisù with espresso-soaked ladyfingers With local wine, regional recipes and intimate group size, this class offers one of the most authentic ways to cook and dine in Venice.

Explore Venice without the hassle of researching or planning on a private food tour with six or 10 food and drink tastings, from Italian gelato to Spritz. Booking a private tour ensures the full attention of your local host, who provides you with lesser-known hot spots and recommendations for the rest of your visit. A range of departure times is available for your convenience and you can tailor your tour according to your interests.

Step into a welcoming Venetian home on peaceful Giudecca Island for a small-group, 3-course cooking class hosted through Cozymeal. Limited to just 4 guests, this immersive experience combines authentic Italian cooking with live music for an unforgettable evening. Menu - First course: Seasonal bruschetta with hand-chopped basil pesto - Second course: Fresh pasta rolled by hand and served with authentic carbonara of egg yolks, guanciale, Pecorino and Parmigiano - Dessert: Traditional tiramisù layered with mascarpone and espresso-soaked biscuits As you dine on your creations, enjoy a live acoustic guitar serenade from your chef-host. This rare blend of food, music and culture creates a one-of-a-kind Venetian memory you won’t find in a typical restaurant.

Enjoy a sweet Venetian experience in a cozy Restaurant: start with coffee, learn to make classic Tiramisu from scratch traditional recipe or modern twist, then relax with a light brunch featuring avocado toast. End by tasting your homemade dessert. Perfect for food lovers!

Learn how to make a delectable Venetian delicacy, the traditional cichetti, without fighting for your teacher’s attention in this private cooking class. Make a series of these small plates, served in Venice’s specialist bars and osteries, from a range of seasonal ingredients: vegetables, meats, fish and more. Make enough for your lunch and then eat them all, with a complimentary glass of Prosecco to polish them off.

Yo! I am Liuba, wine enthusiast and sommelier and together with Hugo, a trained and passionate chef, we are waiting for you to spend an evening of sharing at our house, tasting excellent wines paired with typical Venetian cichetti. Are you curious? Then book this evening now! In the time we will spend together, we will taste 4 different wines accompanied by typical local products, we will discover together little secrets about wine and we will taste the Venetian cichetti (Venetian tapas) produced by Hugo, a personal chef! The activity is available for groups of friends, for team building among colleagues, for families, couples... In short, for anyone curious to try a special experience! Experiences can also be tailored and adapted to all needs! See you soon!

Enrich your knowledge of authentic Italian cooking with this combination of a Rialto market tour and a cooking experience in Murano. First, visit Rialto market with your guide to pick up fresh fish. Then ride across the canal to get to your chef’s home in Murano. Here, you can pick up great cooking tips, enjoy prosecco, then feast on a tasty multi-course lunch that you’ve prepared together.