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Barbara

Cesarina from 2018

My speciality: Seafood risotto

I live in: Venice

Spoken languages: Spanish, Italian, English

Good to know

I offer vegetarian alternatives

Hi from Barbara!

Cesarina Barbara welcomes you into her home with open arms. This breathtaking house is situated in the perfect location, right in the city centre, but sheltered from the hustle and bustle of the tourist hotspots. You will be guided through the most evocative culinary traditions of the lagoon. “Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve loved learning how to cook. I learned from my grandmother, who prepared traditional Venetian dishes with infinite wisdom: in fact, my grandparents ran a restaurant for many years, so I have always lived and breathed for making guests feel welcome. I love cooking for my friends and family, and over the years I’ve specialised in Venetian dishes, as they are so varied and full of flavour, a true expression of Venice’s precious and rich history.”Immerse yourself in the captivating atmosphere of the most famous canals in the world, you will have the the opportunity to learn a timeless selection of traditional dishes. Only a magical city like Venice can promise such a special experience.

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My specialities
  •  Crostini topped with salt cod mousse
  •  Seafood risotto
  •  Grilled cuttlefish
Experiences
Reviews
4.9
76 reviews
Excellent! By far one of our favorite experiences ever! Barbara was magnificent: warm, kind, and extremely accommodating. The weather was awful, and she met us in a nearby square in order to help. The intimate size of the group (only four of us) made for a wonderful time. We highly recommend it.

Lisa Kimbrell  - October 2024

We really enjoyed our experience with Barbara! Thank you and I recommend it!!!

Danielle Perrault - October 2024

Joining the Tiramisu and Pasta cooking class in Venice was a delightful experience. Thanks to Barbara, we learned the secrets of fresh home-made pasta and tiramisu! We explored the essence of Italian cuisine in a beautiful, traditional Venetian home. Barbara, our gracious host, made the experience even more memorable with her warmth and expertise. It felt like visiting a friend’s house!

Laura - June 2024

The experience in Barbara’s home was absolutely wonderful. It was intimate, informative, delightful, and the highlight of our trip.

Kimberly Smith - May 2024

We had the most wonderful and authentic cookery experience with Barbara in her lovely Venetian home. We bought fresh, seasonal ingredients from a fruit and veg market stall on a gondola, then Barbara taught us how to prepare and cook a selection of cicchetti. They were absolutely delicious and were washed down with an equally delicious bottle of Prosecco! Barbara also told us many interesting facts and stories about traditional Venetian and Italian cooking. We will definitely be trying to recreate the delicious dishes at home. Grazie mille!

Nicola and Adam Spencer  - March 2024

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