My favorite hotel in all of Venice might have to be Sina Centurion Palace. While the rooms are very nice, the last one in particular, it’s the whole vibe of the hotel that really just feels right. Local art, friendly service, a bit of fun (and never stuffy) glam. I just love it here. One…
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Palazzo Veneziano
If you’re going to show up to Venice for a bit of a romantic whim (or a rather planned whim, 9 months on the calendar, make Palazzo Veneziano your first stop! I can’t tell you how much I love this hotel (also The Gentleman). Next level on all accords. x Gorgeous Venetian glass in a…
Al Profeta- Venice
Ahead of a special birthday, we took it upon ourselves to test drive the restaurant, Al Profeta. Tucked away on a very quiet side street on Dorsoduro, this place is always packed and reservations are essential. I talked the Gentleman into starting with pizza bread as we’d walked 30K steps that day. He hungrily agreed…
Salute Palace- Venice
Few photos of the Salute Palace as it was hands down the worst Venetian hotel we’ve tried. That’s saying a lot given that we cashed in points to book it at no cost during carnival! Despite saying we were celebrating our engagement and looking for venues for a wedding meal- the hotel did absolutely nothing….
Majer- Venice
Part wine bar, part chichetterie, part sweet bakery (across the street), this Venetian chain can handle any craving thrown their way. We found it by accident one evening, stopped for a quick apertivo, saw the gorgeous charcuterie boards they were seving and knew we had to return for one. And that we did. Lucky to…
Palazzo Giovanelli- Venice
Moving far too often in recent years, it’s basically all down to a science and part of the formula is pushing to get everything packed and ready a week before is needed for peace of mind, but more importantly to ensure a relaxing weekend escape. This year’s pick was the quick flight to Venice and…
Updated: Pistachio Cream Pasta
Update: After returning from Puglia this summer, I had yet to find strachiatella in any grocery stores in Switzerland. But lucky me, I stumbled across some in Geneva last weekend and pistachio pasta would have to happen. I made a GORGEOUS pasta and forgot to add the damn strachiatella cheese I’d been after for months!!!…
Sina Centurian Palace- Venice
After test driving a night at the Sina Centurian Palace, along with the gorgeous meal at Antinoos, we were hooked! The building itself is an architectural dream. Pulling up to it in a water taxi, really gave the stay a special start. After booking a standard room with Tablet (my first time using this service),…
Antinoos Restaurant- Venice
If you’;re after THE restaurant for golden hour that is literally dripping in the golden showers of romance, the oddly named Antinoos is your spot. Could a table on the Grand Canal get much better? Just wait until your front row view of sunset. Amuse bouche are investitive even when impaled on rather sharp spikes….
Il Palazzo Experimental- Venice
We spent a lovely few days at the Il Palazzo Experimental in Dorsoduro. Despite being the height of August heat, the hotel was a breath of fresh air with it’s gorgeous gardens- not previously seen on a winter trip to the property- and dark, cool rooms. We booked a superior room which was said to…
Ristorante Riviera- Venice
On my favorite island of Venice, Dorsoduro, is the wonderful canal-side restaurant, Ristorante Riviera. The white table cloths and sunset location ensure that it feels like a special occasion. The attentive, but relaxed service allows you to feel comfortable and focus on the beautiful food at hand and time with your fellow diner. On this…