Here you’ll find additional info and links to subjects talked about in my blog posts. As well as miscellaneous tips on where to eat and stay in places we’ve been in Italy and Europe.
PACIANO ACCOMMODATION
Looking for a place to stay in Paciano? Why not stay right in the historical center of this beautiful medieval village. Both these apartments are finished to a high standard and offer an opportunity to experience life in one of Italy’s most beautiful villages.
CICCHETTI IN VENICE
Here are some of Venice’s most-loved places to find delicious cicchetti. For the full post, go to “Venice – in the Footsteps of Casanova” under ‘Travel’.
Ca’ d’Oro/Alla Vedova. Calle del Pistor, Cannaregio 3912. One of the most famous bàcari in Venice, this one’s both away from the city’s crowds and on the cheap (€1) end of things, ideal if you’re on a budget. Don’t miss the polpette, meatballs made of pork.
La Cantina. Calle San Felice, 3689. A stone’s throw from Alla Vedova, La Cantina features inventive dishes, using fresh ingredients like beef tongue or fresh ricotta. A local favorite.
All’Arco. Calle Arco, San Polo 436. Another one of Venice’s most-loved spots, All’Arco, near the Ponte Rialto, is packed at lunchtime with shoppers from the local fish market. Everything from calamari to liver to shrimp is on offer, and if it’s available, don’t miss the hot sandwich of boiled beef sausage and mustard.
Do Mori. Sestiere San Polo 429, Calle dei Do Mori. Myth has it that Casanova frequented this bàcaro, also near the Rialto Bridge. It’s said to be one of oldest in Venice, dating back to 1462. Ask for the “francobollo” (postage stamp) a tiny sandwich with various fillings, it’s the house specialty.
Al Ponte. Calle Larga Giacinto Gallina. One of the cheapest bàcari—and, therefore, places to eat—in all of Venice, Al Ponte has pasta and fish plates..
Banco Giro. Campo San Giacometto, San Polo 122. A Grand Canal view, a variety of cheeses, fish, and wine, and a lively atmosphere.
