Chioggias

Chioggias are residents of Chioggia, a coastal town in the Veneto region of northern Italy. The town lies at the southern end of the Venetian Lagoon, opposite Venice, and is connected to the mainland by bridges. Chioggia has a historic canal network and a long maritime tradition as a fishing port.

The local economy centers on fishing and seafood processing, with a busy fish market and related industries. Tourism is sustained by the historic center, waterfront, and nearby natural areas. The town preserves medieval and Renaissance architecture in districts around its canal system.

Chioggia onions, or cipolla di Chioggia, are a cultivar named after the town. They are round to flattened with distinctive concentric rings of white and red, producing a striped appearance when cut. The flavor is mild and sweet, making them popular for raw use in salads, pickling, and light cooking. They are grown in the Veneto region and marketed internationally.