Rialto Market Tour and Private Cooking Class in the Heart of Venice

Walk with Massimo to Mercato di Rialto, one of main Venetian markets, always crowded with locals who come to buy fresh ingredients. Listen to interesting stories as Massimo helps you explore the market, and discover local fish and colorful fruit and vegetable stalls. Purchase fresh fish from one of the vendors before returning to his home for your cooking class.

Then join Massimo in his kitchen to learn to cook everyday Italian dishes. During your one hour cooking class, you will learn to make homemade pasta and focaccia, using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Learn about the tips and techniques involved in cooking Italian food before enjoying the meal you helped prepare with Massimo.

A few dishes that you may enjoy during your meal with Massimo at his dining table are baked scallops or anchovies marinated in an orange sauce, salad, fish or meat pasta and homemade focaccia bread with rosemary. You will conclude your regional meal with a warm chocolate dessert.

• Walk with Massimo to Mercato di Rialto, one of main Venetian markets, always crowded with locals who come to buy fresh ingredients. Listen to interesting stories as Massimo helps you explore the market, and discover local fish and colorful fruit and vegetable stalls. Purchase fresh fish from one of the vendors before returning to his home for your cooking class. Then join Massimo in his kitchen to learn to cook everyday Italian dishes. During your one hour cooking class, you will learn to make homemade pasta and focaccia, using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Learn about the tips and techniques involved in cooking Italian food before enjoying the meal you helped prepare with Massimo. A few dishes that you may enjoy during your meal with Massimo at his dining table are baked scallops or anchovies marinated in an orange sauce, salad, fish or meat pasta and homemade focaccia bread with rosemary. You will conclude your regional meal with a warm chocolate dessert.

If you're looking to learn to cook traditional Italian food when in Venice, then look no further. Join your host Massimo on this 4-hour experience and explore Mercato di Rialto together while you'll shop for fresh ingredients for your cooking class. Walk to Massimo's home where you will learn to cook authentic Italian dishes before siting down at his dining table to share the meal you helped prepare. Learn to make homemade pasta from scratch and warm focaccia bread!

Massimo learned to cook from his family who owned a restaurant for many generations. His mother and nonna were influential in his appreciation for food. He enjoys hosting travelers at his home so he can share his passion for cooking and his city.

Massimo lives in a 600-year-old ancient building in the heart of Venice with a beautiful outdoor terrace. Massimo cooks dishes from the Veneto region - this includes Venice and Bologna. There is a strong tradition of serving both fish from the seaside and meat from the hills.

Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
Private, personalized experience
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate