If you’re eager for authentic Italian cuisine but want a more intimate experience than a restaurant can offer, we’ve got you covered. That’s why we’ve partnered with welcoming hosts in Venice who will open their homes to share their time-honored recipes. After an aperitivo and a cooking demonstration, you’ll enjoy a three-course meal paired with local wines, enriching the experience with insights into Italian culture.
What's included
Passionate English-speaking host
Cooking demo
Aperitivo
3-course Italian meal
Local wine
Group size of 10
Local host gratuities
Hotel pick up and drop off
Itinerary
Meeting point in a local home in Venice
Along with your intimate group of fellow foodies, you’ll arrive at your host’s beautiful home in the heart of Venice
Meet your local host
Embrace classic Italian hospitality as your host greets you with a warm welcome while inviting you into their home
Cooking demonstration
Watch closely as your host makes one of the decadent dishes you’re about to enjoy, sharing their culinary secrets as they cook!
Family meal
Enjoy a classic Italian dining experience as you sit down with your host and group members for your delicious 3-course, family style meal
Appetizers
Begin by savoring a flavorful Venetian appetizer made entirely with fresh, locally sourced ingredients
For Reference Only. Itineraries are subject to change
Select participants and date
Start times are in the product’s local time
Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance!
Sat, 09 May 2026
Meeting and drop-off point
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Small dining experience with Francesca
Natalia D.
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April 23, 2026
This is one of the best tours we’ve ever done. Francesca was so kind and loving. Opening up your home to strangers is not easy, and she made it wonderful. We talked for hours, cooked and learned how to make true Italian dishes. 10/10!!!
Wine And Wisdom
Isabella T.
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November 19, 2025
He paired each dish with local wine and shared his favorite stories. It made dinner extra special.
Adrian D.
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November 19, 2025
Rustic Indulgence
James R.
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November 17, 2025
This was an amazing dining experience, as it combined a cozy home setting with fresh, local dishes. The host was warm and explained many things about Venetian cuisine, which added so much to the night.
Table Of Traditions
Ava P.
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November 14, 2025
It was a great opportunity to see how locals really eat. The host was generous with his tips, and the group felt like a big family.
Savory Escape
Matthew L.
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November 11, 2025
This dinner was a perfect break from tourist crowds: homemade pasta, local wine, and a friendly table of food lovers—what more could you want in Venice?
Flavorful Journey
Mia K.
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November 10, 2025
Each bite was a trip through Venetian tradition. Our host shared family recipes and cooking tips that made this meal stand out among all our Venice experiences.
Home Hosted Dinner
Andrew F.
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November 06, 2025
Small group, wonderful food, and an ambiance that for one night could make us forget that we were travelers.
Genuine Delight
Benjamin D.
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October 30, 2025
From the aperitivo to dessert, every course celebrated Venetian flavors. It felt like a home-cooked meal shared with family, not with tourists, thanks to the host's cordiality.
Cozy Kitchen Moments
Daniel C.
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October 25, 2025
Shared laughter, and learned cool food hacks. The meal was absolutely delicious-a night to remember.
Madelyn C.
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October 22, 2025
Venetian Soul Supper
Charlotte A.
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October 20, 2025
The intimacy of dinner, the historic house, and homemade specialties made us feel deeply connected with the city.
Comfort Foods
Michael V.
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October 15, 2025
Comforting yet gourmet in nature, the meal pleased every palate. Fresh seafood pasta, paired expertly with wine, made this a highlight dinner of our trip.
Heartfelt Feast
Alexander T.
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October 10, 2025
He was a host who made sure that the food, wine, and laughter simply flowed across the table. This was not just dinner, it was true cultural exchange.
Steps to Enjoy
Steven S.
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October 05, 2025
Loved how every single course was accompanied by the story behind the recipe. The enthusiasm of the host was simply contagious.
Landon C.
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October 04, 2025
Warm Embrace
Sophia R.
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September 30, 2025
The hostel owner's home felt like a warm hug upon entering; the dinner was just as inviting: great company and really good food.
Dinner With Mauro
Eric P.
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September 26, 2025
Best-ever host! Enthusiastic, great cook, lots of stories. The meal was beautifully presented, and the flavors were spot-on.
Mary H.
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September 23, 2025
Intimate Feast
Ethan M.
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September 22, 2025
Small group size made this dinner feel very personal. The relaxed vibe along with the quality food really made it a special Venetian evening.
Cora B.
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September 20, 2025
Gondolas to Gourmet
Jeffrey L.
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September 18, 2025
What a shift from sightseeing! After a day spent on the canals, this family-style meal taken with a local was perfectly relaxing.
Timeless Taste
Chloe K.
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September 14, 2025
Classic Venetian recipes, cooked with love and shared in a historic home, gave this dinner a timeless quality. Highly recommended for food lovers.
Venice Kitchen Joy
Richard G.
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September 10, 2025
Hands-on kitchen demo, and the warmth of the host shone through in every part of dinner. What a cozy night!
