PIAZZA San MARCO
VENICE, ITALY
NEW TRAVEL GUIDE BOOK on VENICE
Daniel Bellino Zwicke is a best-selling Italian-American cookbook author and wine professional with deep ties to Venice. His work has bridged Venetian Culinary Traditions with the Italian-American Experience.
Connection to Venice
Bar Cichetti: Daniel created and managed Bar Cichetti in New York City, which he identifies as the first Venetian wine bar (Bacaro) in America.
- Culinary Research: In March 1995, he conducted an extensive "exploratory tour" of Venice, visiting every bacaro in the city to research cichetti (Venetian small snacks) and wine culture.
- Venetian Landmarks: He is a frequent visitor to Venice, often citing Harry’s Bar as his "favorite restaurant in the world" and documenting his time at local spots like Al’ Arcoand Albergo Gueratto.
- Venice-Related Publications
- Italian Food & Travels: This book includes a focus on Venice, featuring travel stories, recipes, and a section retracing Anthony Bourdain's meals in the city.
- Upcoming Work: As of January 2026, he is reportedly working on a new book specifically dedicated to Venice.
- Broader Catalog: His other popular titles include Sunday Sauce, The Feast of the 7 Fish, and Sinatra Sauce.
- Professional Background
- Expertise: Daniel Bellino has over 30 years of experience in the wine and restaurant business in New York City, where he is considered a leading authority on Italian Food & Wine and served as the Chef and Wine Director for Bar Cichetti.
- Online Presence: He runs the popular Instagram page @NewYork.Italian, which shares Italian recipes, travel tips, and culture with over 500,000 followers.
Daniel has publishes Bestselling Italian Cookbooks, and books on Italian Travel.
Author DANIEL BELLINO ZWICKE
On his EXPLORATORY TRIP of VENETIAN BACARI
The WINE BARS of VENICE
VENICE
1995
