Dinner at the Danieli

Since it was Hasi´s "round" anniversary surprise dinner should be something really special. After a lot of hesitating back home, chosing between the Gritti and the Danieli, I had finally booked a table at the Danieli - and I am glad I did! They claim to have the best view over the Canale Grande, and I am sure they do. The Gritti is up the Canale, with lots of traffic right in front, and it does not have the wide view you have from the Danieli. For us this was the perfect choice.

Talking about the food there: It was very good, like it should be in a place like this, but I have eaten in other good places before, and the food was comparable but not overwhelming. But just let me say I have never been pampered by a more caring and attentive staff.

The Danieli, like all the other grand hotels in Venice, is actually quite small, so especially if you are from the US do not expect one of the huge newly built 5*-hotels you find in the US or Asia. But the special flair here will definately catch you in an instant.

Hasi loved his surprise dinner and claimed this evening to be "the best evening of his life". Of course I was very happy to hear this! We stayed there until night came with a phantastic blood moon, enjoying all the different shades of light as the sun went down. The view definately is breathtaking! I am not sure if we ever go there again - this evening was so special and such a night to remember, it definately cannot get any better. Happy birthday, Hasi!