The Venice gondola is famous throughout the world, but not everyone knows the symbolic value of its iron, positioned at the front of the boat. The iron of the gondola, also called “comb”, is located exactly in the bow and is rich in decorations and meanings. It has a “S” shape that recalls the progress […]
Typical dish of the city, Venetian cuttlefish with polenta is a delicacy that you can’t miss during your stay in Venice. The preparation of the dish is homemade and the long cooking of the cuttlefish allows to give the ingredient softness and flavor; the aromas of fresh onion, garlic and white wine, used as a […]
The Calle del Paradiso is one is one of the most known street in the Venice city. It has got historic buildings in Byzantine and Gothic style, along the calle, from which one can see the traditional barbicans, architectural structures in stone or wood, used to increase the housing size of the houses, without reducing […]
Among the most savory fruits of the summer, the pineapple was tasted by Christopher Columbus in the island of Guadalupe in 1493, offered by local people with the name of “Nanà”, not only “delicious” for the palate, but also rich in properties. In fact, pineapple is recognized as one of the healthiest fruits of this […]
There are few days left to visit the exhibition Leonardo da Vinci. L’uomo modello del mondo at the Gallerie dell’Accademia in Venice. The exhibition dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci celebrates the past five hundred years from the death of the great and multifaceted Italian artist. Through 70 works, including 35 authentic ones and the graphics […]
Venice is a city rich in architectural beauties of big and small sizes. In the middle of the campo, the city squares in Venice, it is possible to admire the famous well curbs. The well curb is the final and exterior part of a well, the construction overlapping and protecting the opening. Also called ferrule, […]
Do you lose your appetite in the summer? The perfect dish for you is Raw Ham and Melon! Raw Ham and Melon is the perfect gastronomic duo and the summer dish par excellence. It is a easy and rapid recipe to prepare, but at the same time it is fresh and tasty. The combination of […]
For those who are keen on history and for those who are just curious by nature, the exhibit L’ultima crociata. Francesco Morosini nella storiografia della Serenissima is exactly what you’re looking for! The exhibition L’ultima crociata celebrates the 400 years from the birth date of the 108th doge of Venice, Francesco Morosini Il Pelopennesiaco, also […]
It’s getting hotter and the ice cream season is starting! The ice cream is a dessert, but with the right amount it can be great for your health. The ice cream is a nutritious sweet rich in calcium and vitamin B and it has a low glycemic index. It provides energy and it also activates […]