Marcantonio Brandolini d'Adda and Margherita Missoni

A tavern, come wine shop, the Cantina Schiavi is the perfect place to go to buy a bottle of wine, or to enjoy a glass by the canals. There are no seats, so be prepared to enjoy your wine and accompanying tapas standing, embracing the historical Venetian style! Also note, this tavern closes in the winter seasons. 

A classic Gothic church, do not be fooled by the less ornate exterior. The interior is in contrast, exquisitely decorated. Behold the beautiful assumption of Titian and the mother and child of Bellini. 

Reborn under new ownership, Do Farai breathes fresh life into a beloved Venetian osteria. Pair seasonal plates with a curated wine list and don't miss the delicate sole with lemon, dill and chives, or the amberjack crudo with apple and zucchini flowers.

The glassware studio reconsiders Murano traditions with a contemporary lens, collaborating with designers including JW Anderson. This is Venetian glass for modern collectors, with pieces that feel high design yet joyfully usable. It's extremely hard to leave empty-handed. 

In a city that runs almost entirely on fish, Vini da Arturo chooses to serve meat and pasta instead. The tiny San Marco dining room – wood-panelled, walls dressed with drawings and photographs – has been turning out the same menu for over fifty years. The signature is the braciola all'Arturo, an enormous double-breaded pork chop finished with sharp wine vinegar.

For a fresh take on Venice's most celebrated craft, head to Le Stanze del Vetro. Housed in a beautifully restored exhibition space on San Giorgio Maggiore, it hosts rotating shows exploring modern and contemporary glass through the work of internationally renowned artists and designers.

Looking for a souvenir that actually means something? Established in 1978 and recently taken over by three young Venetians, Signor Blum is a  much-loved workshop specialised in handcrafted wooden objects assembled without nails or screws.

For a piece you'll wear for years to come, visit Antonia Miletto's intimate Venetian atelier. Working instinctively with gold, wood and natural stones, she creates sculptural pieces that feel both contemporary and timeless, celebrating the quiet beauty of raw, honest materials.