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Venice Talks

Venice Talks is your go-to resource whether you're planning a vacation or simply captivated by its mystery and history. Expect insider tips, weekly insights, and engaging conversations that bring the Venetian people, their lives, and their struggles to the forefront.

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Recent Episodes

S4 Ep.6 - Inside a Leather Workshop: Tools, Time, and Texture. A chat with Shanti Ganesha from Meracu
March 12, 2026

S4 Ep.6 - Inside a Leather Workshop: Tools, Time, and Texture. A chat with Shanti Ganesha from Meracu

In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica meets Shanti Ganesha , founder of Meracu , a contemporary leather workshop in Venice. We talk about the first moment leather felt like a language, the leap that led to opening a worksh...
S4 Ep.5 - Thinking Venice, Teaching the World with Warwick Venice Centre
Feb. 12, 2026

S4 Ep.5 - Thinking Venice, Teaching the World with Warwick Venice Centre

In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica sits down with Bryan Brazeau , Academic Director of the Warwick Venice Centre , to talk about what happens when a university and a city begin to think together. We explore Venice not a...
S4 Ep.4- Where Lace Holds Time - A chat with Sergio Vidal
Feb. 5, 2026

S4 Ep.4- Where Lace Holds Time - A chat with Sergio Vidal

In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica speaks with Sergio Vidal of Atelier Martina Vidal Venezia , a family atelier that has safeguarded the art of Burano lace for four generations. They talk about patience as a creative ac...
S4 Ep.3 - Not Just Churches, Not the Usual Venice with Monica Gambarotto
Jan. 29, 2026

S4 Ep.3 - Not Just Churches, Not the Usual Venice with Monica Gambarotto

Beyond the Facade: Not Just Churches In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica Cesarato sits down with Monica Gambarotto for an informal conversation that drifts away from the usual itineraries and into a quieter Venice. Toget...
S4 Ep.2 - The Language of Engraved Glass. A chat with Matteo Seguso
Jan. 22, 2026

S4 Ep.2 - The Language of Engraved Glass. A chat with Matteo Seguso

In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica Cesarato sits down with Matteo Seguso , Murano glass engraver, to explore the world of engraved glass, craftsmanship, and time. The conversation moves inside the workshop and the gestu...
S4 Ep.1 - What Is On in Venice in 2026: The Events You Should Know with RomInVenice
Jan. 15, 2026

S4 Ep.1 - What Is On in Venice in 2026: The Events You Should Know with RomInVenice

Venice never stands still. It simply changes rhythm. In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica Cesarato sits down with Romena Brugnerotto to walk through Venice’s 2026 cultural calendar, one month at a time. From the first sig...

About the Host

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Monica Cesarato

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Hello, I'm Monica Cesarato, a proud native of Venice, Italy, deeply rooted in the vibrant culinary and cultural tapestry of my homeland.

As a Food and Travel blogger, I embark on a journey through the alleys of Venice, the countryside of Veneto, and the expansive landscapes of Italy, sharing the stories of flavors, traditions, and hidden gems that define each region.

Since 2008, my blog has been a cherished platform where I delve into the intricacies of Venetian life, uncovering cultural nuances, and spotlighting craftsmen, and artisans. In addition, my podcast, Venice Talks, serves as an auditory voyage through the soul of Venice.

In the bustling culinary scene of Venice, I'm an active participant, collaborating with esteemed personalities such as Alex Polizzi and Eugene Levy, sharing insights and experiences that enrich the narrative of Italian cuisine.

Beyond blogging and podcasting, I wear many hats - from conducting cooking classes to leading food and wine tours, critiquing restaurants, and now, proudly, as an author. My latest work, "Andar per Bacari," now available in English, offers a glimpse into the unique concepts, flavors, and traditions of Venice.

Join me in exploring the energetic world of Venetian cuisine, where every dish tells a story, and every bite is a journey through time and tradition. Buon Appetito

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