Venetian Experiences Elevated: Explore the Latest Trends from Dior Bars to Floating Wine Tastings in Venice
In the enchanting city of Venice, Italy, the summer of 2021 is shaping up to be a fashionable and gastronomic affair. The city, famous for its canals, bridges, and rich history, is now transforming into a hotspot for luxury fashion and delectable dining experiences.
The Missoni x JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa pop-up on Isola delle Rose is a standout event, running until September 15. This collaboration has turned the island into a fashion destination, with Missoni-branded bathrobes and towels adorning the resort's JW Retreats.
For those seeking a culinary adventure, Moro Restaurant, located between the Grand Canal, Accademia Bridge, and a garden accessed through an Art Nouveau gate, offers a unique blend of Venetian tradition and French influences. Under the skilled hands of chef Davide Bisetto, who earned Hotel Cipriani's Oro restaurant its first Michelin star, and pastry chef Tim Ricci, Moro Restaurant serves family-style dishes in custom copper pots. Standout dishes include cuttlefish carpaccio with herring, mackerel in saor, lasagna with blue lobster busara, and ravioli with tuna belly.
The Ginori Terrace at St. Regis Venice, overlooking the Grand Canal, offers Italian delicacies by Executive Chef Giuseppe Ricci. Meanwhile, the Dior bar at Hotel Cipriani, Italy's first, has opened its doors. With 35 seats and operating Tuesday through Sunday, guests can enjoy a cocktail menu inspired by the fashion house while overlooking the Grand Canal. For an extra touch of luxury, guests can book excursions on Dior-branded Riviera boats.
If cocktails are more your style, Experimental Cocktail Club Venice has launched a new menu called "A Venetian Journey: Tales of Taste." Each cocktail pays tribute to iconic bars worldwide.
For wine lovers, the Malvasia Pop Up at Docks Cantieri Cucchini offers tastings of 19 Italian Malvasia varieties, running through November 15th. Housed in converted late-1800s boatyards in San Pietro di Castello, Docks Cantieri Cucchini is a cultural hub offering contemporary art and serious wine education.
Lastly, Il Bacaro Dior, a new outdoor venue, opened at Hotel Cipriani in May. The cicchetti selection includes sea lettuce, oysters, lagoon shrimps, caviar, steamed langoustines, and bottarga.
While information on luxury fashion and food pop-ups in Venice for the summer of 2021 is scarce, these exciting developments promise a memorable experience for visitors seeking a fusion of fashion, food, and Venetian charm.
- The Missoni x JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa pop-up on Isola delle Rose, running until September 15, showcases a blend of fashion and lifestyle, making it a must-visit destination in Venice, Italy.
- Luxury cars can take visitors on a tour, as they explore the fashion-and-beauty hotspots in Venice, including the Dior bar at Hotel Cipriani, which offers a cocktail menu inspired by the French fashion house.
- After a day of visiting the fashion-and-beauty pop-ups, Travelers can enjoy Italian home-and-garden experiences, such as the culinary adventure at Moro Restaurant or the Malvasia Pop Up at Docks Cantieri Cucchini, offering tastings of 19 Italian Malvasia varieties.
