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What to eat in Veneto? Top 100 Venetian Foods

Last update: Sun Apr 20 2025
Top 100 Venetian Foods
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Best Venetian Foods

01

Pasta

PROVINCE OF VICENZA, Italy
4.6
Bigoli con l'anatra
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I bigoli con l'anatra, locally known as bigoi co' l'arna, is a traditional dish that originated in the city of Thiene, but over time it became very popular throughout the province of Vicenza. Bigoli is a thick, egg-based pasta variety whose size and texture make the perfect match for a rich duck ragú made with onions, carrots, celery, bay leaves, sage, and dry white wine.


Originally, this dish used to be prepared with cleaned offals and duck fat, while duck meat was either used in other recipes or preserved in fat. Nowadays, only the best parts of meat and livers are used, while duck fat is substituted with butter and olive oil - the result is an equally delicious, yet much lighter dish. 
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Dessert

VENETO, Italy and  one more region
4.5
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Even though tiramisù is actually a fairly recent invention, this dessert of coffee-soaked ladyfingers layered with mascarpone cream enjoys an iconic status among Italian desserts. Its name stems from the phrase tirami sù, an Italian expression which literally means pick me up, a reference to the uplifting effects of sugar, liquor, and coffee.


The origins of tiramisù are heavily disputed between Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions, but it is often suggested that the first was made in Veneto in the early 1960s. The earliest documented recipe for tiramisù (interestingly, without alcohol!) was printed in the 1981 spring edition of Vin Veneto magazine in an article on coffee-based desserts by Giuseppe Maffioli, a renowned food critic and member of the Italian Academy of Cuisine. 

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Rice Dish

VENETO, Italy and  one more region
4.5
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Risotto alla trevigiana is a traditional dish hailing from Treviso. It's prepared with thinly cut local radicchio, oil, rice, onions, sparkling wine, and stock. The radicchio is sautéed in olive oil with onions, then the rice is added with the wine and stock until the risotto is done.


Before serving, it's usually enriched with a knob of butter and a sprinkle of grated Parmigiano-Reggiano. In the Veneto region, risotto is typically served all'onda, meaning with waves, referring to the fact that it should be slightly more on the thinner, liquid side. 
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Pappardelle al ragù bianco di anatra is a traditional pasta dish that's especially popular in the Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia area. The dish is usually made with a combination of pappardelle pasta, duck breasts, onions, garlic, carrots, celery, thyme, white wine, olive oil, salt, and pepper.


The vegetables, thyme, and garlic are sautéed in olive oil, and then mixed with the duck meat that's cut into cubes. The combination is seasoned with salt and pepper, covered with white wine, and simmered until the alcohol evaporates. A bit of stock or tomato paste are added to the white ragù, while the pasta is cooked in boiling salted water until al dente. 
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Capesante alla veneziana is a traditional dish originating from Venice. The dish is usually made with a combination of scallops, garlic, breadcrumbs, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. The scallops are cleaned and dredged in breadcrumbs.


The garlic and parsley are sautéed in olive oil, and the scallops are then added to the pan and cooked until golden on both sides. The dish is drizzled with lemon juice and seasoned with salt and pepper, then served in half shells.

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Appetizer

VENICE, Italy
4.2
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This traditional Italian dish of worldwide fame is typically served as an appetizer, and consists of very thin slices of raw fish or meat served on a plate with olive oil, cheese shavings, and lemon. Carpaccio was created in 1950 by a Venetian restaurateur named Giuseppe Cipriani, the owner of Harry’s Bar, who first made the dish for Countess Amalia Nani Mocenigo, whose doctors had recommended she eat raw meat.


Cipriani based the dish on a specialty from Piedmont consisting of slices of raw beef dressed with lemon juice, olive oil, and white truffle shavings. An impassioned art lover, Cipriani named the new dish carpaccio in honor of painter Vittore Carpaccio, whose style and bold colors were reminiscent of the intense red color of raw meat. 
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Bread

ADRIA, Italy
4.2
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MAIN INGREDIENTS

Literally translated to a slipper, as a reference to its shape, ciabatta is an Italian type of white bread made with yeast and wheat flour. It is characterized by numerous air pockets on the interior and a crispy crust. The first ciabatta was made in 1982 by a Veronese miller and baker named Arnaldo Cavallari.


The bread was invented as a response to the rising popularity of French baguette, as the bakers were worried that it might endanger their business. Ciabatta is considered an ideal choice for sandwiches because the crumb absorbs liquids very well. Today, many regions in Italy have their own variations of the original recipe, producing ciabattas with olive oil, whole wheat flour, marjoram, and milk.

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Pasta

VENICE, Italy
4.2
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Bigoli in salsa is an Italian pasta dish and one of the emblematic dishes of Venice, although its variations can be found throughout the Veneto region. It consists of whole wheat bigoli pasta in an anchovy and onion sauce. Bigoli is a traditional Venetian pasta, a bit thicker than spaghetti, with a rough texture that allows the sauce to be absorbed more easily.


It is made using a special press called bigolaro, originating from 1604. The nutty flavor of bigoli pairs well with anchovies, creating a unique, rich flavor of the whole dish, which is sometimes made with sharp-tasting salt-cured sardines instead of anchovies. 
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Seppie in umido is a traditional dish originating from Venice. The dish is usually made with a combination of sliced squid, onions, garlic, tomatoes, tomato paste, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, rosemary, oil, salt, and black pepper. The onions and garlic are sautéed in oil until soft, and then mixed with the rosemary and squid.


The mixture is covered with water and simmered for more than half an hour, and the tomatoes, tomato paste, spices, salt, and pepper are then added to the pan. The dish is slowly cooked until the sauce becomes thick and the squid is tender. Seppie in umido is typically served over polenta.

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Cheese

ASIAGO, Italy
4.1
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This semi-hard to hard cheese is available in two main varieties: the fresh Asiago Pressato and matured Asiago d'Allevo. Depending on the length of aging, d'Allevo is marketed as Mezzano (4-6 months), Vecchio (10 months and over) and Stravecchio (15 months and over).


It has a subtle nutty aroma and a rich piquant taste. Because its hard texture makes it perfect for grating, Asiago Stravecchio is excellent in risottos, ravioli, and pasta dishes, while Mezzano is often served as an appetizer accompanied with radicchio, elderberry or pear jam, fig mustard, and other fruit and vegetable spreads. 
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Sweet Bread
VERONA, Italy
4.1
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Cheese
TREVISO, Italy
4.1
14
Cheese
PROVINCE OF BELLUNO, Italy
4.1
15
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Pasta
VENETO, Italy  and  one more region
4.0
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Cheese
PROVINCE OF VERONA, Italy
3.9
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24
Rice Dish
PROVINCE OF VERONA, Italy
n/a
25
Cooked Sausage
PROVINCE OF TREVISO, Italy
n/a
26
Cookie
VENICE, Italy
n/a
27
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29
Snail Dish
PROVINCE OF VERONA, Italy
n/a
30
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32
Sausage
PROVINCE OF VICENZA, Italy
4.3
33
Cake
VENETO, Italy
n/a
34
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36
Pasta
PROVINCE OF TREVISO, Italy
n/a
37
38
Cheese
PROVINCE OF TREVISO, Italy  and  2 more regions
4.0
39
40
Pasta
VALEGGIO SUL MINCIO, Italy
n/a
41
Game Dish
TREVISO, Italy
n/a
42
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Stew
PROVINCE OF VERONA, Italy
n/a
45
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47
Meat Dish
PROVINCE OF VERONA, Italy
3.8
48
49
Cookie
VENICE, Italy
3.7
50
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52
Cheese
LIVINALLONGO DEL COL DI LANA, Italy
n/a
53
54
Egg Dish
PROVINCE OF TREVISO, Italy
n/a
55
Cheese Dish
PROVINCE OF BELLUNO, Italy
n/a
56
Cheese
VENETO, Italy  and  3 more regions
3.3
57
Bread
PROVINCE OF PADUA, Italy
n/a
58
Sweet Bread
VERONA, Italy
3.2
59
Crab Dish
VENICE, Italy
3.2
60
Cake
VENETO, Italy
n/a
61
Cheese
PROVINCE OF TREVISO, Italy
n/a
62
Cured Pork
VENETO, Italy  and  one more region
n/a
63
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65
Dessert
BASSANO DEL GRAPPA, Italy
n/a
66
Cookie
PROVINCE OF VERONA, Italy
n/a
67
Cookie
PROVINCE OF VERONA, Italy
n/a
68
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Side Dish
PROVINCE OF VICENZA, Italy
n/a
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Stew
VENETO, Italy
n/a
79
Fish Dish
PROVINCE OF VERONA, Italy
n/a
80
Cheese
PROVINCE OF TREVISO, Italy
n/a
81
Cheese
PROVINCE OF TREVISO, Italy
n/a
82
Cheese
VENETO, Italy
n/a
83
Cheese
PROVINCE OF TREVISO, Italy
n/a
84
Cheese
POVEGLIANO, Italy
n/a
85
Cheese
PROVINCE OF TREVISO, Italy
n/a
86
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Pudding
VENETO, Italy
n/a
89
Cookie
VENICE, Italy
n/a
90
Cheese
VENETO, Italy
n/a
91
Cheese
VENETO, Italy
n/a
92
Cheese
VENETO, Italy
n/a
93
Cheese
PROVINCE OF BELLUNO, Italy
n/a
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Best Venetian Food Producers

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Cheese

THIENE, Italy
4.6
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Fior di Maso is a brand that represents Ca. Form, a renowned Italian dairy company with a rich tradition spanning over a century. Located in Thiene, in the heart of the Veneto region of Italy, the company is known for producing high-quality cheeses, with an emphasis on authentic products protected by geographical indications.


Ca. Form was founded in 1887, and over the generations, it has developed and improved its dairy techniques while maintaining a respect for traditional production methods. The company quickly became a leader in the cheese industry, with products that are recognized and cherished both in Italy and around the world. 
BEST Fior di Maso Cheeses
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Latteria Moro Di Moro Sergio is a cheese producer located in Italy. They specialize in producing traditional Italian cheeses.
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Gold

2024, 2023

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold

2024, 2023

BEST Latteria Moro Di Moro Sergio Cheeses
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Cheese

POVEGLIANO, Italy
4.5
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La Casearia Carpenedo is a cheese producer based in Italy, known for its innovative approach to affinage, the process of aging cheeses. The company collaborates with affineur Antonio Carpenedo, who brings traditional techniques and creative flair to cheese aging, including infusing cheeses with wine and other local products.


Among their notable creations is the Ubriaco cheese, which is aged with the remains of wine grapes after pressing.
AWARDS

International Cheese Awards - Gold

2022

World Cheese Awards - Gold

2024, 2021

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold

2024, 2023, 2021

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Toniolo Casearia is an Italian cheese producer located in the Veneto region. They specialize in crafting traditional Italian cheeses, including varieties like Taleggio and Gorgonzola. The company has been family-operated, continuing cheese-making traditions passed down through generations.
AWARDS

Italian Cheese Awards - Nominee

2023, 2019, 2018

Italian Cheese Awards - ICA

2017, 2016

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Frantoio Bonamini is an olive oil producer based in Verona, Italy. The company has been producing olive oil since 1965. They specialize in the production of extra virgin olive oil, using traditional methods and local olives. The family-run business prioritizes quality and sustainability in their farming and production processes.
AWARDS

Flos Olei - Hall of Fame

2024, 2023, 2022, 2021

BEST Frantoio Bonamini Olive Oils
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Latteria Perenzin is an Italian cheese producer that has been in operation for over a century, having started in 1898. The company is located in the Veneto region and specializes in crafting artisanal cheeses using both traditional and innovative methods.


Latteria Perenzin focuses on organic production and is known for its assortment of both cow and goat milk cheeses. They have received multiple awards for their products at international cheese competitions.
AWARDS

Culture Cheese Magazine Best Cheeses issue - Best

2023

Italian Cheese Awards - Nominee

2023, 2022

Italian Cheese Awards - ICA

2020, 2019, 2018, 2017

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Pasta

LOSSON DELLA BATTAGLIA, Italy
4.5
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Cipriani is a renowned Italian food producer, famous for its high-quality pasta, sauces, and gourmet products inspired by the iconic Harry’s Bar in Venice. Known for its signature egg pasta and indulgent ready-to-eat meals, Cipriani brings authentic Italian flavors to homes worldwide.


Their products are available in luxury food stores and online, maintaining the brand’s legacy of elegance and excellence in Italian cuisine.
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Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine is a renowned Italian winery located in the Veneto region, particularly in the area surrounding Verona. Established in 1925, it has a long history of producing high-quality wines. The winery is known for blending tradition with innovation, creating wines that reflect both the rich heritage of the Veneto and modern winemaking techniques.


Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine produces a variety of wines, including red, white, and sparkling wines. Some of their most popular offerings include Amarone della Valpolicella, Valpolicella Ripasso, and Prosecco. They also produce wines from indigenous grape varieties such as Corvina, Molinara, and Rondinella, which are key to the region's famous reds.
AWARDS

USA Wine Ratings - Gold

2021

Concours Mondial de Bruxelles - Grande Médaille d'or

2023, 2022, 2019

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Caseificio Montegrappa is an Italian cheese producer located in the Veneto region. It specializes in producing Asiago cheese, a PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) product made from cow's milk. The company emphasizes traditional cheese-making techniques, adhering to strict region-specific procedures to ensure authenticity and quality of their cheese.
AWARDS

Italian Cheese Awards - Nominee

2023, 2022, 2020

BEST Caseificio Montegrappa Cheeses
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Wine

PROVINCE OF VERONA, Italy
4.5
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Frankfurt International Trophy - Grand Gold

2024

Berlin Wine Trophy - Grand Gold

2024, 2023, 2022, 2020

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Beer
VENETO, Italy
4.5
13
Wine
FUMANE, Italy
4.5
14
Wine
GREZZANA, Italy
4.5
15
Spirit
PONTE DI BARBARANO, Italy
4.5
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Cheese
VENETO, Italy
4.5
20
Wine
FUMANE, Italy
4.5
21
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Wine
VENETO, Italy
4.5
23
Wine
VENETO, Italy
4.5
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Chocolate
CASTELLETTO, Italy
4.4
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Coffee
PROVINCE OF ROVIGO, Italy
4.3
31
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33
Wine
MONTE DALL'ORA, Italy
4.3
34
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Wine
VENETO, Italy
4.3
37
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Wine
VENETO, Italy
4.3
39
Wine
TERROSSA, Italy
4.3
40
Wine
VENETO, Italy
4.3
41
Wine
VENETO, Italy
4.3
42
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Wine
VENETO, Italy
4.3
47
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Wine
PROVINCE OF VICENZA, Italy
4.3
49
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Beer
VENETO, Italy
4.3
52
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55
Spirit
BASSANO DEL GRAPPA, Italy
4.2
56
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Wine
VENETO, Italy
4.2
62
Wine
VENETO, Italy
4.2
63
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Olive Oil
MALCESINE, Italy
4.2
65
Wine
TORREGLIA, Italy
4.2
66
Wine
PONTE DI PIAVE, Italy
4.2
67
Wine
VENETO, Italy
4.2
68
Wine
PROVINCE OF PADUA, Italy
4.2
69
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Cheese
BORGOFORTE, Italy
4.1
76
Wine
VENETO, Italy
4.1
77
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Chocolate
VENETO, Italy
4.1
83
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Wine
VENETO, Italy
4.1
86
Wine
CONEGLIANO, Italy
4.1
87
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Beer
TREBASELEGHE, Italy
4.1
90
91
Wine
VENETO, Italy
4.1
92
93
Beer
VENETO, Italy
4.1
94
Beer
TREBASELEGHE, Italy
4.1
95
Wine
FUMANE, Italy
4.0
96
Wine
FONTANAFREDDA, Italy
4.0
97
Pasta
CASTELMINIO, Italy
4.0
98
99
Wine
SANTO STEFANO, Italy
4.0
100
Chocolate
RIESE PIO X, Italy
4.0
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Best Venetian Food Products

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Tatie Vermouth cheese is a soft cheese, made from cow's milk and has a creamy texture with a slightly tangy flavor. The cheese is typically wrapped in a natural rind, which may develop a light bloom. Tatie cheese is often enjoyed on its own, spread on bread or crackers, or paired with fruits and nuts.


It’s a great addition to cheese boards and can also be used in various culinary dishes.
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold

2024, 2023

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Flos Olei - Hall of Fame

2024, 2023, 2021

03
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Basajo is a unique type of cheese produced by La Casearia Carpenedo, an Italian cheese company. This cheese is made from pasteurized sheep's milk and is known for its distinct character. It undergoes a maturation process in Passito di Pantelleria, a sweet Sicilian wine, which imparts a unique, aromatic flavor profile to the cheese.


The rind has a notable golden hue, and the interior is creamy and semi-soft, offering a balanced taste with hints of fruit and honey, attributable to the wine infusion. (No data)
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold

2023, 2021

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Terraolivo IOOC - Prestige Gold

2016

Terraolivo IOOC - Gran Prestige Gold

2015

Terraolivo IOOC - Grand Prestige Gold

2014

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Blugins is a distinctive blue cheese product made by La Casearia Carpenedo. This artisanal cheese is notable for its infusion with gin, which imparts a unique flavor profile combining the sharp, tangy characteristics of blue cheese with the aromatic botanicals of gin.


La Casearia Carpenedo, an Italian dairy celebrated for its innovative cheese-making techniques, ages Blugins carefully to ensure a balanced and harmonious taste. The cheese is typically enjoyed as a centerpiece on cheese boards or as a bold component in gourmet recipes.
AWARDS

International Cheese Awards - Gold

2022

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold

2024

Italian Cheese Awards - Nominee

2018

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Fior D'Arancio DOCG is a unique Italian cheese hailing from the Veneto region, specifically made in the provinces of Treviso and Vicenza. Its name translates to "Orange Blossom" in English, which reflects its aromatic profile. Fior D'Arancio is versatile and pairs well with a variety of foods.


It goes beautifully with fruit, particularly citrus fruits, and can be enjoyed on cheese boards. It also pairs well with light white wines or sparkling wines, complementing its floral notes.
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold

2023

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Nero Fumè by Latteria Moro Di Moro Sergio is an Italian cheese known for its unique smoky flavor and rich, creamy texture. This cheese is typically aged to develop a complex profile, combining deep, earthy notes with subtle sweetness. Its exterior is noted for its distinctive dark, smoky rind, often achieved through a traditional smoking process.


Fans of artisanal cheeses often praise Nero Fumè for its robust taste and versatility, making it suitable for both gourmet dishes and simple pairings.
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold

2023

08
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold Outstanding

2021

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Brandy Gold Trophy

2021

09
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Italian Cheese Awards - Nominee

2023, 2022

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Italian Cheese Awards - Nominee

2019, 2018

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Wine
FUMANE, Italy
4.8
16
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Beer
VENETO, Italy
4.8
68
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FUMANE, Italy
4.7
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TasteAtlas food rankings are based on the ratings of the TasteAtlas audience, with a series of mechanisms that recognize real users and that ignore bot, nationalist or local patriotic ratings, and give additional value to the ratings of users that the system recognizes as knowledgeable. For the “Top 100 Venetian Foods” list until April 20, 2025, 3,614 ratings were recorded, of which 2,966 were recognized by the system as legitimate. TasteAtlas Rankings should not be seen as the final global conclusion about food. Their purpose is to promote excellent local foods, instill pride in traditional dishes, and arouse curiosity about dishes you haven’t tried.

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