A tourist experience is not complete if you do not have the experience of local and wine specialties. Cuisines are a mix of tangible and intangible elements that contribute to the cultural values of a place.
Do you want to discover secret places and suggestions to understand the culture of food and wine in the Venetian territory and its metropolitan area? Here are some reccomendations: the Fair of Stra from 12 to 16 October 2018 and Oct.31 – Nov. 1st; the Feast of San Leonardo Spinea 19, 20, 21 October 2018 with activities for children, markets and food stalls; the Autumn Festival in Jesolo 19-21 October; the Goose Fair and Zogo de l’Oca (Goose game) in Mirano on November10 -11 .
On November 11th in Venice, San Martino is celebrated both on the mainland and in the historic city with many events for children and their families: animations, music, workshops, food stands keep the tradition alive. The typical dessert of this festival has the shape of St. Martin on horseback, flailing his sword , and is decorated with icing sugar or covered with melted chocolate and garnished with candies. Do you want to cook it yourself? Here is the real Venetian recipe
Pumpkin, new wine, chestnuts are the ingredients of many traditional dishes. You can buy these products from local producers in the metropolitan area, at the markets or from the agro-food companies. While wandering in the outskirts of Venice, do not miss a visit to the Venetian villas to better understand the art and treasures of the Serenissima Republic in the mainland.
