Food and wine

Eels (Anguilla anguilla) reproduce in the sea but for long periods live in the brackish water of the lagoon, in in the rivers and in the lakes. They are mainly night predators that eat larvae, molluscs, crustaceans, fishes and small amphibians. Bass (Dicentrarchus...

Violet bitter Montine asparagus, commonly known as “sparasea”, belongs to the species Asparagus maritimus, the most common kind of asparagus that can be found on the Adriatic coasts. The variety cultivated in present days originates from wild ones sel...

Chioggia radicchio PGI is a fresh leaf vegetable, a variety of chicory that is produced in two type: tardivo (late-growing) and precoce (early- growing).

The territorial characteristics of the Saccistica, with its soils of alluvial origin rich in salinity and lime, are the best conditions for the cultivation of a product as unique as the Conche asparagus. It is harvested by hand between late March and...

Salt marsh honey is typical of the lagoon areas where there are barene (sandbars), dry land strips within or close to the lagoon that border with the brackish water. It derives from Limonium flowers, commonly known as “fiorella di barena” (sea-lavender or ...

The peculiarity of this vegetable consists of the soil composition of its production area: deep, light, sandy and loamy, perfect for the growth of shoots regular in their shape and free from defects. For the formation of white shoots, the mulching technique...

This kind of flour is produce using only grains of the biancoperla corn, which has excellent quality characteristics for obtaining white polenta flour. Panicles are 23-25 cm long, tapered and slender, without enlargements; grains are large and pearly...

The Verdon bean is a true historical heritage of the Altino area. Until a few decades ago it was in danger of disappearing, being replaced by more productive varieties; its recovery has been possible thanks to the synergy between local farmers and the...

Sant’Erasmo violet artichoke belongs to the variety of Livorno violet. Historical resources testify to its plantations already in the XVI century, introduced by the Jewish Community, the only case in North- East Italy thanks to the lagoon mild weather a...

The traditional Venetian markets are an interesting alternative for those who want to experience the city Venetians live in more in detail. The Rialto market close to the homonymous bridge is still the place where Venetians make their daily purchases,...

Sailing out in a boat with the fishermen, listening to their stories, watching them from up close while they mend their nets and divide the freshly fished fish: this is fishing tourism, a form of travelling that gives you a chance to get on board the...