Special thanks to the Serego Alighieri, Masi, and Frescobaldi families
for the hospitality, food, and incredible VINO!
By Eric Bochner
June 12th, 2010
We landed safely in Venice and took a water taxi to the Hotel Metropole. No cars are permitted in this ancient city, and the canals are busy with taxis and tours, fishermen and gondoliers. The taxi docked at the hotel and we were met by our bags inside the foyer. We decided to check into our rooms and meet in the bar for a cocktail to settle into our new surroundings (and time zone). The rooms were decadently suited with windows that opened to the artist stands lining the canal.
Aperol Spritzes in the hotel bar really marked the beginning of Venice. An Aperol Spritze, for those of you looking for a perfect summer cocktail, is two parts Aperol, three parts Prosecco, and a spritz of seltzer water garnished with an orange wedge. Prosecco is a light, fruit-forward sparkling wine of Italy. Prosecco by Borgo SanLeo and LaMarca are perfectly suited for this drink. Your neighborhood Twin Liquors carries all of the necessary ingredients to make this crisp and refreshing beverage.
by Duke Egbert