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When in Venice!!

A March 2002 trip to Venice by robertjhughes

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When in Venice!! Best of IgoUgo

Overview

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Venice is among one of the most romantic destinations in the world. A city where the everyday hustle and bustle of life is replaced with drifting gondolas, grand canals and new romantics, Venice is a city like no other.

Marvelling at the Doge's Palace, soaking up the sun in St. Marks Square and sipping a Bellini in Harry's bar are all must-do's, but don't forget to take time out to explore the unexplored.

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Osteria La Zucca Best of IgoUgo

Restaurant

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Recommended in the Lonely Planet guide, this small but intimate restaurant is more modern in style and serves fantastic food and wine. The wine list is extensive (the house white wine is great) and the food is inspired. There are the usual pasta dishes to choose from for starters (spaghetti, lasagne, etc.) and a hearty selection of meats for the main course, but it is the side dishes which make this restaurant worth recommending. These consist of mediterranian vegetables cooked in the most unusual and interesting ways. We had creamy potatoes with cheese, leeks and aubergines which were all fantastic. The second courses are a bit limited for vegetarians - risotto was the only real option - but giv...Read More

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on April 11, 2002

Osteria La Zucca
Santa Croce 1762
Venice, Italy
+39 (041) 524-1570