The Bellini Was Built on White Peaches, Prosecco and Venetian Summer Long before bottled mixes and year-round menus, the Bellini was a fleeting Venetian pleasure built around ripe white peaches. By Paul Jebara
Venice’s Most Enticing Luxury Hotels, From Gilded Palazzi to Lagoon Retreats These standout hotels pair historic grandeur with smart design, waterfront access and some of the city’s most desirable addresses. By Paul Jebara
At Venice’s Belmond Hotel Cipriani, Chef Vania Ghedini’s Menu Is a Taste of Italy For me, when someone comes to order, it’s like they’re coming to my home," chef Vania Ghedini tells Observer. "I think of it like when the grandchildren come home, and the grandmother just wants to feed them.” By Emily Zemler