Quadrille, an imprint of Penguin Random House, has acquired A Guide to Drinking in Venice by drinks journalist and A Lush Life Manual founder Susan L. Schwartz, a love letter to the city’s bar culture that blends neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood discovery with cocktail history and practical recommendations.
The illustrated hardback takes readers through Venice’s classic bars, historic wine bars and cafés, spotlighting 50+ addresses alongside 20 cocktail recipes shared by some of the city’s best-known venues, plus local tips for drinking like a Venetian.
Since its foundation in the year 421 AD, Venice has perfected the art of living well. Its merchants brought back seductive wines, explorers wrote of invigorating drinks, and visitors added their own traditions. All the ingredients for a great cocktail.
This is the perfect companion for those who appreciate the art of a great drink, and anyone looking to experience the intoxicating charm of Venice.
Susan said, “A Guide to Drinking in Venice is my love letter to the bars, cafés and characters who keep the city’s drinking culture alive — from morning espresso to late-night cocktails. I hope it gives readers that same insider’s access, capturing the people, places and traditions that make this city one of the world’s great drinking destinations.”
Julian Fellowes, a longtime friend and visitor to Venice, provides a foreword. Photos are by award-winning photographer Hugh Johnson.
A Guide to Drinking in Venice will be published by Quadrille, Penguin Random House.on April 16, 2026 in the UK and April 21, 2026 in the USA and will be available in print and digital formats.
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