What is the Venice Carnevale? Masks, Costumes, and Pastries

Nathaniel has had about four cups of coffee, so please bear with him as he and Darcy jump into the world of the Venice Carnavale. I can hear you now, your questions coming to me:What is the Carnavale? Why is it in February, one of the worst times to go to Italy (or best, if you're on a budget!)? What are the little fried pieces of Heaven called "fritelle"? And most importantly, I want a mask, where do I get one?Well, this episode has you covered! It covers everything you need to know, and some things that are just nice to know.Plus:Where to buy authentic masks:La BautaAtelier MaregaLa Bottega Dei MascareriSan Marco 596Fritelle (or, Pastry Shops):MajerTonoloRizzardiniDal MasPasticceria Toletta (Next door at the Bar all Toletta has great (and cheap) sandwiches!)Rosa SalvaLooking for Hotels in Venice? Check out our favorites below! These are affiliate links, and if you book through them, we receive a small commission. ⁠Ai Mori d'Oriente⁠ in Cannaregio - A great area for restaurants and bars, a little quieter as well.⁠Acca Hotel ⁠in San Polo - Convenient, between San Marco and the Santa Maria train station. ⁠Aqua Palace⁠ in Castello - Near the Arsenale Water Show⁠Hotel A La Commedia⁠ in San Marco - The heart of the city around Piazza San Marco (St. Mark's Square) where the main festivities of Carnevale happen. ⁠Palazzo Veneziano⁠ in Dorsoduro - More residential with lots of great wine bars and places for small bites. Thank you all so much for listening!xDarcy and NathanielOnly A Bagwww.onlyabag.com