Dorsoduro Venetian Cicchetti Cooking Class

Step into a traditional Venetian kitchen and dive into the culinary culture of cicchetti—Venetian-style tapas. Begin by preparing savory polpette di carne in tomato sauce and creamed cod served with soft polenta. Learn to cook mini octopus the Venetian way, lightly seasoned with lemon and olive oil. Build vibrant crostini topped with cheeses, cured meats and marinated seafood. You'll also whip up a seasonal frittatina and prepare sarde in saor, one of Venice’s most iconic dishes. Share your handmade small plates in a relaxed setting that captures the spirit of Venetian hospitality.

Meeting Point

Dorsoduro

Dorsoduro, 30100 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

The chef will be waiting for you inside the venue. The location is in the Dorsoduro district, a central and vibrant area of Venice known for its art galleries, museums, and canals.

What's included:

• The chef provides all the necessary equipment and ingredients for the class.
• Wine and water are included.

Not included:

• Tips for the Chef are not included in the ticket price. Transportation

What to expect:

Dorsoduro

Overview:
Discover the flavors of Venice through its beloved cicchetti—small plates full of bold, local character—in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Barbara. You’ll use market-fresh ingredients to prepare a seasonal spread of traditional Venetian bites. From tender octopus and creamy salt cod to crispy crostini and savory meatballs, you’ll explore the heart of local cuisine. This intimate class invites you to craft and enjoy your own cicchetti feast in a welcoming Venetian kitchen.
Highlights:

• Learn to make authentic Venetian cicchetti with a local chef
• Prepare seafood, meat and vegetarian small plates from scratch
• Use seasonal ingredients sourced from local markets
• Enjoy your creations in a cozy, small-group setting
• Perfect for travelers seeking immersive Northern Italian cuisine

Sample Menu

MAIN
Polpette di Carne
Meatballs simmered in rich tomato sauce

MAIN
Moscardini alla Veneziana
Mini octopus with olive oil, lemon and pepper

MAIN
Polenta e Baccalà Mantecato
Creamed salted cod served over soft polenta

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Crostini Farciti
Toasted baguette with marinated fish, Italian cheeses and cured meats

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Frittatina alle Verdure di Stagione
Mini vegetable omelet with seasonal produce

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Sarde Fritte o in Saor
Crispy fried sardines or marinated in sweet and sour onion