Cafe Society at St Mark's Square

CAFE SOCIETY AT St MARK'S SQUARE

Venice has remained by many a point of fascination as early as Roman times. Over the centuries, this small peninsula was invaded, visited, enjoyed by the Saracens, Moors and lived through tugs of war between Byzantium and German Emperors. The magical gateway prospered and grew on the backs of the spice trade, the battles against the Turks and an established administration army centre. With this background and culture the rise of aristocracy grew which attracted artists, merchants, musicians and those interested in a certain lifestyle and understanding of quality.
Beyond the mist and history, today it still attracts a similar traveller. Most of us are familiar with the iconic gondolas, the picturesque fading city and one of the most chic carnivals in the world. Café society in Venice dates back to 17the century and indeed some of the most important historical European cafes can be found today in Venice like Florians opened in 1720. The workshop celebrates this rich cultured past, its history of flavours and fight for such a prominence.

This workshop pays homage to some of the old and traditional artisans foods. We unfold some of the finest ingredients and flavours Northern Italy offers both from times of old and present; when in season, genuine white truffles with the prized Venetian champagne equivalent, coffee sauce and other exquisite ingredients directly off the spice route. If it’s a luxury experience you are seeking, this workshop guarantees just that; the same experience why people made the journey in times of old and why people continue to travel to Venice today.