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Did you know that almost half of Venice consists of gardens? In the 15th century, Venice had more than 400 botanical gardens, more than any other city in the world! Many gardens still wait to be rediscovered, and so do their surprising stories and recipes.
Since 2011, A Garden in Venice has taken readers virtually into private gardens, exploring green oases never seen before. Discover our green guides, virtual tours, the garden blog, and much more!
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Rose petal tea inspired by Caffé Florian!
Baccalà and puntarelle salad
Lagoon turquoise
The beach + Lagoon + Dolomiti!
Develop recipes. Colors, blossoms, spices!
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Artemisia syrup. Lilac sugar. Sea lavender cake, cornelian cherry-apple cornetto, and much more. Discover the authentic recipes of Venice!
Laguna in cucina
garden cuisine
Centuries-old recipes, recreated with fresh ingredients from the islands. Discover this secret space here.
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venice like you have never seen her before
Autumn breakfast: Crostata di prugna nera
Autumn could never start in Nonna's kitchen without this crostata ..
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Virtual retreat: This is autumn in Venice
Autumn equinox, harvest time, exclusive garden insights, and Thanksgiving!
September in the Lagoon: Flavors and Tips
New in Laguna in Cucina: Recipes, ecotourism trips, Lagoon islands, and more.
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Fancy a morning walk with breakfast in Venice?
Haven't been to Venice in a long time, or is it the very first time you are planning to visit? Join me for a morning walk around my neighborhood, and enjoy Levantine breakfast tips and exotic garden glimpses!
Morning garden walk in Venice
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Nonna Lina's garden in Venice is a haven for local edible plants: Wild herbs, berries, fruit trees, and edible blossoms. Since 1968, she's collected 248 species! In our online classes, you'll see her garden and the edible treasures of the Lagoon, and discover forgotten stories of spices and places where Venice's iconic dishes have been forged.
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The hanging gardens
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We think that breakfast is the most beautiful + refreshing way of starting your day in summer! Especially in this ancient garden in Venice - it's more than 1600 years old! You'll discover its special story as garden curated by the nuns of San Zaccaria, bought by Nonna Lina's family in 1968, in Lina's book (online from September 2021).
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Lina grew up in the northern Lagoon near Lio Piccolo and Torcello. We're collecting her know-how about foraging herbs, delicious Lagoon dishes and stories in Laguna in Cucina - a unique collection of easy gourmet stories and life in the Lagoon, which you can discover here.
Beyond the garden
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“Exceptional on-line experiences, filled with intimate knowledge about the culinary culture & identity of Venice.”
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“I want to live in your Venice! You describe the city in such rich and loving detail. Venice we usually don’t see!
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The way we visit Venice is changing. To keep the delicate balance between human life, nature, and tourism, in our opinion, you need to start with awareness. We provide tips for responsible traveling and provide information about the fascinating ecosystem of the Lagoon.
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We support small local initiatives that make life a little better in Venice and the Lagoon.
In 2021, 20 per cent of proceeds go to Dingo Venezia, an association taking care of homeless cats in Venice and the Lagoon, about 400 animals to be fed and given medical care.
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Surprising itineraries, gourmet food, lush gardens in the northern Lagoon. Fishing zones, sand dunes, and wild beaches in the southern Lagoon. Discover more!
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