Food, Wine & Nightlife in Venice

Learn the tips and tricks of authentic Venetian cooking with this culinary experience led a chef instructor. Shop for fresh, seasonal produce at the bustling Rialto market, and then head to a private kitchen in a historic "˜palazzo' for a small-group lesson in regional cooking techniques. Help prepare a gourmet, multicourse menu, and then sit down among a small group of new friends to enjoy the homemade feast with wine.

Tantalize your taste buds while soaking up the romantic atmosphere of Venice at twilight on this evening food and wine walking tour. As darkness settles over the city and lights begin to twinkle in its famous canals, follow a foodie guide to some of Venice's best "˜bacari,' or bars, to sample authentic Venetian snacks known as "˜cicchetti' paired with traditional beverages. Avoid the crowds and tourist traps while learning about the rich history of this enchanting city and its cuisine.

Cruise through Venice in style, aboard a chic water taxi, and see Rialto Bridge, the Grand Canal and some lesser-known canals that make up the city's atmospheric backstreets. Look out for the Jewish Ghetto as you float through the Cannaregio district, and hear fun facts about Venice from the driver-guide. Before the experience ends, enjoy a traditional aperitivo with tapas-style "˜cicchetti' at a pier near Piazza San Marco.

Eat your way through Venice like a local with a 1.5-hour traditional aperitivo tour. Visit three different 'bacari,' typical wine bars in Venice, to have a glass of wine along with a selection of 'cicchetti,' bite-sized morsels of typical Venetian dishes. It's just how the locals enjoy their appetizers before going home to dinner.