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COOKING UNDER THE TUSCAN SUN
This unique program, in the very heart of Tuscany region,
offers a personalized exposure to Tuscany an opportunity to experience
everyday life, visit some of the major cities and historical landmarks
in the area, and gain in depth knowledge of regional culinary traditions.
Participation in four hands-on cooking sessions will reveal the secrets
of some of the Tuscany most authentic Tuscan recipes. The chef is a
highly trained professional who exhibit a unique culinary passion and
take great joy in sharing his knowledge with other people. Cooking
sessions are for all ability levels and, as much as possible, will
involve the participants with hands-on experience.
Typical recipes include a variety of dishes, from Crostini ai
Fegatelli (toasted bread with chicken liver pate) to Ribollita
alla Toscana (vegetable soup. Scrumptious desserts like Torta di
Pere al Cacao (tart with fresh pears and cocoa) and
Cantuccini al Vin Santo. Peposo del Chianti, Pennette
all Ortolana (pasta spears with vegetable sauce), and Fagioli
all'Uccelletto (northern beans Tuscany style), a particular Tuscan
favorite.
Sightseeing excursions on this tour include visits to Siena and San
Gimignano as well as the quaint smaller towns of Pienza, Montepulciano,
and Montalcino.
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Tuscan Cooking - Typical itinerary
DAY 1 - Sun. SUNDAY - Arrival in Florence
Arrival of the participants in
Florence. Pick up and transfer to the Villa Belvedere in the Chianti countryside.
Welcome drink then time to relax and enjoy the vineyards and olive
groves. Overnight stay.
DAY 2 Mon. - San Gimignano After breakfast, first cooking
lesson. The class will end with the lunch prepared by the participants.
In the afternoon short travel for a guided tour of this beautiful
medieval town, well known for its towers. Free time in San Gimignano for
shopping or relaxation. Back at the villa for dinner. Overnight
stay.
DAY 3 Tue. - Florence
After breakfast, short ride to
Florence. The entire day will be spent exploring this enchanting city. A
guided walking tour will orient you to this lovely town. Visit its
covered food market. There will be free time for shopping and
sightseeing. Return to the villa for dinner
DAY 4 Wed. - Siena
After breakfast another cooking
session with Daniele. In the afternoon short drive to Siena for a guided
walking tour of the town. Visit Piazza del Campo, famous for its annual
horse race. There will be free time for shopping and personal
activities. Wine lovers can visit the Enoteca Nazionale, noted for
having the largest inventory of Italian wines under one roof. There will
be an opportunity for wine tasting while there. Return to the villa for
dinner.
DAY 5 Thu. - Montepulciano
Breakfast. Excursion to
Montepulciano, famous for its remarkable Super-Tuscan red wine
Nobile di Montepulciano. Visit of a beautiful winery and wine
tasting. In the afternoon, on the way back, stop at the wonderful
Benedictin abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore. Back to the hotel for dinner
and the night.
DAY 6 Fri. - Colle di Val d'Elsa
Early morning visit
the local weekly outdoor market in the nearby village of Colle di Val
d'Elsa. Enjoy this interesting experience "seeing" Italians
doing their shopping among a vast array of goods, clothing, food, shoes
and much more. There will be some free time for shopping on your own
before going back to the villa for the last cooking class. After lunch
guided excursion in the Chianti countryside. Visit the fairy tale
village of Monteriggioni, surrounded by powerful and perfecty
preserved medieval walls, stop for a wine tasting at a famous winery and
time for shopping in the village of Castellina in Chianti.
DAY 7 Sat. - Departure day
End of the tour and transfer to
Florence.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
* 6 nights at
Villa Belvedere in Colle Val D'Elsa
* Breakfast everyday
* 5 dinners
* Welcome reception
* 3 cooking classes with Daniele and Giovanni
* Wine tasting as per program
* HD guided visits of San Gimignano, Siena, Florence
* Transportation throughout the tour
* Professional English speaking guide excort for the excursions
* Recipe book
* Apron
* Transfer from/to Florence
PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Items of a personal
nature, such as gratuities, air transportation, drinks, telephone
expenses, entrance fees (when applicable) and any charges in excess of
those covered by the prepaid package.
2009 DEPARTURE DATES:
May 24
June 21
September 20
October 11
PACKAGE PRICE: €2143 per person, based on double occupancy.
Single room add €250
PLEASE NOTE: PRICE INDICATED IN EURO CURRENCY
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code #GT03
We
reserve the right to cancel any tour due to lack of participants or for
circumstances beyond our control. In this case, a full refund of all
payments will be made.
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Italy is not responsible for typing mistakes and/or tour and places
descriptions.
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