Have you ever wanted to go on a vacation that was different? Do you love to cook? Then, why not try a culinary holiday in Italy with us?
We take you to unique hotels and farmhouses run by warm, hospitable staffs. You learn the secrets of Italian cooking with local chefs in informal, hands-on classes. The week also features visits to vineyards, outdoor markets, cheesemakers, and olive oil producers as well as excursions to historic hill towns and Renaissance cities.
We accompany you on all classes and excursions. With our small, intimate groups, we personally help you discover the tastes, culture, and people who make Italy so enchanting. We invite you to experience "La Dolce Vita" in Italy with us.
The Amalfi Coast Experience • The Furore Inn Resort This luxurious spa/hotel was nominated "Italy's Leading Boutique Hotel" by the World Travel Awards for 2006.
Cooking in the Country • Rodrigo de Vivar Resort and Country House This rustic retreat only minutes from Rome near the excavations of Ostia Antica is owned by Prince Aldobrandini, a descendant of Pope Clemente II.
Secrets of the Tuscan Kitchen • Hotel Villa Casa Grande Situated near Florence, the villa property dates back to the 14th century and is now an elegant hotel with beautiful accommodations.
Cooking in Cortona • Corys Hotel Located near Etruscan and Roman archeological remains, this charming hotel offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and bright rooms with modern conveniences.