About This Tour
If you're looking to learn to cook traditional Italian food when in Venice, then look no further. Join your host Massimo on this 4-hour experience and explore Mercato di Rialto together while you'll shop for fresh ingredients for your cooking class. Walk to Massimo's home where you will learn to cook authentic Italian dishes before siting down at his dining table to share the meal you helped prepare. Learn to make homemade pasta from scratch and warm focaccia bread! Massimo learned to cook from his family who owned a restaurant for many generations. His mother and nonna were influential in his appreciation for food. He enjoys hosting travelers at his home so he can share his passion for cooking and his city. Massimo lives in a 600-year-old ancient building in the heart of Venice with a beautiful outdoor terrace. Massimo cooks dishes from the Veneto region - this includes Venice and Bologna. There is a strong tradition of serving both fish from the seaside and meat from the hills.
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For market tour, meet Massimo at Caffe Vergnano 1882, a cafe close to the Rialto bridge. Massimo will be waiting for you outside the cafe. If you choose the cooking class only (no market tour), meet Massimo at Campo Santa Maria Formosa. Please check the "Before you go" section in your confirmation.
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IMPORTANT!!! There are two different meeting locations depending on the experience you choose: For cooking + meal experience: Meet your host Massimo at Campo Santa Maria Formosa [Address: Campo Santa Maria Formosa, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy], near the well. Here is a Google Maps link to the location: https://goo.gl/maps/gHV8qtBo6o1Uq2cz7 For market + cooking + meal experience: Please meet Massimo at Caffe Vergnano 1882 located at Rialto San Polo, 129, 30125 Venezia VE. It is a cafe close to the Rialto bridge and is really easy to find. Massimo will be waiting for you outside the cafe. Here is a Google Maps link to the location: https://goo.gl/maps/1sjfLrU1fUE2 For assistance, contact Massimo Belletti at +39 347 268 9157 or massimobelletti4@gmail.com ___ Traveling Spoon is a supplier of Viator and TripAdvisor. We offer travelers authentic food experiences with locals, in their homes. Founded by two travelers and food lovers, Traveling Spoon helps others make meaningful cultural connections through food. Contact us at reservations@travelingspoon.com if you have general questions about our services. For specific questions related to your booking please contact your host directly with the contact information provided above. We hope you have a meaningful experience and look forward to hearing about it!
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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