How to make Venetian frittelle at home (and where to get them in Venice)
The annual Venetian Carnival is known for a lot of things, like the gorgeous masks you’ll see around town and the fun parties along the Grand Canal. But for the locals of Venice, it also means something very, very important: frittelle time! Frittelle are sugary treats that are only available...
Like a local: The artisans behind the Venice Carnival masks
Did you know that when Carnival (or Carnevale) was held during Venice’s Golden Age (about the 18th century), it was much longer than the few weeks it lasts today? Or do you know the significance of the “Plague Doctor” mask? No? Well, if you step into Giancarlo Tamburini’s shop, he’ll tell you...
Photo of the Week: Carnevale in Venice
Elegant and mysterious, Carnevale in Venice is a magical time when the city is transformed into a living theatre full of masked figures. We wouldn’t want to meet this masked character in a darkened alley, but in the light of day, his presence brings welcome drama to an ordinary day in...