Experience A Traditional Sailor’s Supper In The Venetian Lagoon

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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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Language
English, Italian
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Discover Italy's maritime heritage with a sailor’s supper in the Venetian Lagoon. Enjoy fresh seafood, authentic recipes, and tales of seafaring life while dining in a historic setting.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

• Experience a truly unique dining experience in a centuries-old location with an equally ancient menu

• Learn about the life and love of Italian sailors and their unique heritage from the port of Venice which was once the most powerful seafaring nation in the world!

• Enjoy an incredible seafood dinner, with amazing fresh-caught fish and other sea creatures, lovingly prepared for you by the last of Venice’s noble sailors

• Be a part of a unique dining experience that recalls some of Italy’s long-forgotten heritage and learn about the history of Italy’s incredible maritime culture

Sample Menu

STARTER
Spritz Served with traditional Venetian chichetti
STARTER
Caponata - A mix of fantastic, colorful vegetables
STARTER
Peppers stuffed with chickpeas
MAIN
Deep fried shrimp with lemon, served on a bed of polenta
MAIN
Sarde in saor Sardines cooked in the style of ancient Venetian seamen
MAIN
Handmade pasta with fresh fish
MAIN
Mackeral baked in foil with leek
MAIN
Cuttlefish and polenta
MAIN
Grilled prawns served on a slightly spicy pumpkin mousse
DESSERT
Tiramisù or Panna Cotta

What You Get

Meals can be adapted for dietary preferences
Unique access to magical homes and beautiful venues
Dinner

Good To Know

  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
  • Guests need to communicate if they have any food restriction (allergy, special diet, etc.)
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Massimo is a rare breed in Italy. Taking pride in his position as the latest, and perhaps sadly, the last in a long line of sailors in his family. With that said, Massimo is here to host you for an evening eating the traditional food a proud Venetian sailor would call dinner, featuring many delights from the deep. Try an ancient sardine recipe that has been around this area for millennia. Enjoy cuttlefish, grilled prawns, mackerel and as much freshly caught fish as Massimo can feed you as he hosts you in his beautiful ancient home!

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Campo Santa Maria Formosa, Venezia Città Metropolitana di Venezia Veneto, Italy, IT, 30122

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⚠️ THIS IS NOT THE COMPLETE ADDRESS. THE FULL ADDRESS WILL BE ON YOUR CONFIRMATION VOUCHER UNDER THE "BEFORE YOU GO" SECTION.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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A great experience to remember
March 05, 2025
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We had a fabulous time at Massimo's dinner.it was amazing to see that dining together with people I'd never met before could be such a fun experience! Massimo created a uniquely fantastic atmospher...read more

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Authentic food, good conversation, unparalleled atmosphere, a once-in-a-lifetime experience
February 19, 2025
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The dinner party at Massimo’s place was one of the highlights of our entire Italian vacation. We had such an incredible time meeting new people and trying new foods, and Massimo is, as described he...read more

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A Must "To Do" While in Venice
February 19, 2025
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Massimo’s dinner are a must in Venice. It feels like dining with an old friend and the food: delicious! Don’t hesitate if you want a memorable experience with amazing Italian food. Oh, and of cours...read more

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Imagination and culinary artistry, eat with and like a local
February 10, 2025
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This is a not to be missed event/meal! We had the absolute best meal of our holiday at Massimo’s home. He went above and beyond. I thought his outstanding mulit-course meal was better than some Mi...read more

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An evening with Massimo is much more than a meal, it's an experience.
December 22, 2024
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I've attended several EatWith dinners at Massimo's, with each proving to be a unique and memorable experience. This most recent was no exception. The meal was an amazing combination of seasonal in...read more

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