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Venice: Gourmet Food Tour

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What you’ll do

On our food tour of Venice, you’ll experience the most particular dishes and drinks that characterised this marvellous and unique city surrounded by canals. You’ll walk and eat through the magnificent historical streets of Venice while we’ll let you discover local genuine products, learning the history and secrets hidden behind the local food and beverages.

Highlights

Exquisite Tasting Experience: Join our Gourmet Food Tour in Venice for an unforgettable tasting experience, discover the realm of spritz and cicchetti as we unveil secret stories and cherished recipes
Canal-side Stroll: Wander along charming canals, embracing the city's unique ambiance, experience the alluring aromas and flavours of Venice's culinary offerings
Engagement with Culinary Artisans: Interact with esteemed lagoonal merchants and culinary artisans
Connection to Cultural Heritage: Each morsel on this tour connects you to Venice's illustrious heritage and cultural tapestry

Itinerary

Start Time: 10:30 AM to 2 PM

Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours

Group Size: 2 to 12 Guests

Meeting Point: Teatro Italia (Despar Supermarket)

10:30 am - 11:00 am: Traditional Cafe Visit

Start the tour by visiting an ancient Cafe and tasting a couple of traditional welcoming cookies

11:00 am - 11:45 am: Cicchetti and Select Spritz

Enjoy the famous cicchetti (local tapas) paired with the authentic Select Spritz

11:45 am - 12:15 pm: Prosecco Tasting

Experience the excellence of Prosecco, Italy's renowned fizzy wine and a specialty of the region

12:15 pm - 12:45 pm: Local Market Delight

Explore a colourful open-air market and delight your palate with a local meatball or typical Tramezzini

12:45 pm - 1:15 pm: Traditional Bacaro Experience

Visit a traditional Bacaro to savour a glorious main dish, accompanied by the famous Veneto's Polenta

1:15 pm - 1:45 pm: Secret Dish and Sweet Finale

Enjoy our delicious Secret Dish, exclusive to our tours

Conclude the tour with something sweet, typical of the Venice area

2:00 pm: End of Tour

What’s included

Expert Foodie Guide: Benefit from the guidance of an experienced foodie guide, learn about the local cuisine and culture from a knowledgeable insider

Food and Drink: Enjoy a variety of food and drink tastings throughout the tour, sample traditional Venetian dishes, snacks, and beverages at carefully selected locations

Sightseeing: Explore Venice's iconic sights and hidden gems while on the tour, immerse yourself in the beauty and charm of the city as you stroll through its streets and canals

The Food: Venetian Cookies, Cicchetti (Local Tapas: one must is with Baccalà Mantecato), Venetian Meatball, Polenta tasting in a Traditional Bacaro, Local Risotto, Tiramisù, Our secret dish

The Drink: A Glass of Venetian Select Spritz, A glass of Prosecco, Water, Coffee

Indulge in an unparalleled experience when you opt for our upgraded drinks package for just £17. Enhancing your tour brings forth an exquisite array of offerings beyond what is already served.

A glass of Ombra (local wine)

An extra Select Spritz

A shot of local Liquor

What’s not included

Gratuities and tips are not compulsory but deeply appreciated for exceptional service

Unfortunately, this tour cannot accommodate wheelchair users

Pick up and drop off at your accommodation

What’s not included

Gratuities and tips are not compulsory but deeply appreciated for exceptional service

Unfortunately, this tour cannot accommodate wheelchair users

Pick up and drop off at your accommodation

Meeting Point

In front of Teatro Italia, now a Despar Supermarket - Cannaregio. 1939-1952, Campiello de l'Anconeta, 30121 Venice at 10:30 am

Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time

Notes

The tour runs rain or shine

Under 18? You can't consume alcohol, but delightful non-alcoholic options are available

Special dietary requirements or allergies? Let us know when booking

The tour will commence promptly at 10:30 am. All participants must arrive on time, as we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. Please be aware that refunds will not be possible in such instances

Please note, we reserve the right to substitute the alcohol for non-alcoholic drinks if the guest becomes inebriated

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Cancellation policy

A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 48 hours before the activity start time.

No refund is possible if you cancel less than 48 hours before the activity start time.

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