Top Europe Dining Experiences - page 5

Skip the crowded restaurants and visit a Florentine home to learn how to make traditional Italian dishes during this hands-on cooking class. Discover the secrets to turning out authentic, hand-rolled pasta with a variety of sauces while enjoying insights about the city’s culture and cuisine from your local host and instructor. Top off your experience by sitting down to feast on the fresh dishes you've prepared together.

Take in some of Paris's most iconic sights aboard a Seine River cruise—and pair your sightseeing with a gourmet, 3-course bistro dinner—with this two-in-one, time-saving package. Head first to the bistro: Situated at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, it offers up-close views of the Paris icon. Savor your gourmet meal; then, cap off your experience with a sightseeing cruise along the Seine, which passes many of the city's top attractions.

View Budapest from a unique vantage point on the water—when the city is lit up for the evening—on this Danube River cruise with an included 4-course dinner. Watch as the city transitions from day to night as you dine on multiple dishes, and enjoy the sights of the city from a comfortable viewpoint onboard a riverboat. As you cruise the waters, spot landmarks such as Buda Castle, Margaret Bridge, and the Hungarian Parliament Building.

After sampling delicious pizza and pasta in Rome, make sure you know how to recreate the culinary magic at home. Learn to cook these favorite Italian dishes during a half-day small-group cooking workshop in the Italian capital. Get hands-on instruction from a chef as you prepare the dough and sauces from scratch. Then, sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor, paired tiramisu, wine, and limoncello.

Experience the delightful culture of Ljubljana during a traditional supper and folk dance event. The capital of Slovenia is the country's epicenter of culture and it shows. Sit back and enjoy an expressive folk dance show original to the region. Indulge in customary foods, savor local wine and play traditional games. After filling up on Slovenian folklore, you will receive a memorable gift as you depart.

Foodies will love the opportunity to taste Seville’s finest cuisine on this tapas crawl tour. Don’t waste time searching for the best food or getting drawn into tourist traps. Your local guide knows exactly where to take you for the best traditional bites without the typical tourist crowds. Visit multiple atmospheric venues to sample a variety of dishes—a great start to a night out in Seville.

Bring your camera and your appetite for this exciting and edible dinner cruise on the Oslo fjord. Hop aboard a electric boat for a sail into the evening sun. Spot lighthouses like Dyna Fir and the Oslo skyline before enjoying a three-course dinner from the local partner. Your locally-sourced Norwegian meals has no wines included.

Discover the dazzling beauty and captivating culture of Capri and Sorrento on a small-group or private boat tour. Whichever option you choose, you’re treated to an intimate and truly personalized Italian experience. Have your camera ready for the Natural Arch, Villa Malaparte, Cala di Mitigliano Waterfall, and of course, the Blue Grotto (admission tickets additional expense). Later, enjoy free time to explore the island at your own pace.

Be entertained by live music and dance during this 3-hour Greek dinner show. Spend your evening on Santorini at a bustling taverna where you’re served a buffet dinner of mouthwatering Greek cuisine accompanied by unlimited wine. Enjoy a buffet dinner and sink your teeth into local specialties like pork and chicken souvlaki, Santorini tomato fritters with tzatziki and stuffed vine leaves. Then sing along and tap your feet while you watch classic dances performed to traditional music. Opa!

Visit the Rhine River Valley from Frankfurt, without the hassle of planning your own trip there, with this group tour. After boarding a comfortable vehicle, relax knowing the logistics, activities, and a meal are all sorted. Enjoy a comprehensive itinerary that includes the UNESCO-listed Valley, a small wine tasting, a river cruise on a steamer boat (visit a castle or historic building during low season or unfavorable water levels), and plenty of photo opportunities of the medieval castles and small villages.

Lecce is famous for its baroque architecture and authentic cuisine. With this cooking class in the heart of the city’s old town, experience the best of both. Meet your hosts at an “osteria” set on one of the most charming lanes in the historic center and discover the secrets to rolling and shaping fresh “orecchiette” pasta, a traditional specialty from Puglia. Then relax over a guided wine tasting paired with regional delicacies.

Discover the secrets to turning out fresh pasta and classic tiramisù like a real Italian 'mamma' with this home cooking class. Join a local cook in her kitchen and learn how to make two different types of pasta from scratch, then try your hand as assembling a creamy tiramisù under her careful guidance. Top off your class with a family-style lunch or dinner featuring the dishes you've created together.

Immerse yourself in Hungarian folk culture while enjoying a 4-course dinner cruise on the Danube. Tuck into a delicious 4-course meal with a main dish of your choice, sip a welcome drink included with your ticket, and watch musicians, singers, and folklore dancers in traditional dress entertain you. Enjoy nighttime views of Budapest as you float past Buda Castle, the Hungarian Parliament Building, Budapest’s bridges, and more during this 2-hour cruise.

Avoid the crowded beaches of Lanzarote and explore the idyllic island of La Graciosa on this classic catamaran tour. Catch the ferry to the village of Caleta de Sebo, which you’ll explore independently. Then board your boat to cruise along the island’s south coast, tuck into a traditional paella lunch, and enjoy swimming, snorkeling, or kayaking at Playa la Francesca.

Learn how to make pasta from scratch in this interactive cooking workshop in Rome. See how authentic gelato is made up close, then improve your cooking skills with guidance from a chef. Feel like a professional as you use high-quality tools and ingredients to make your meal. The reward for your hard work is delicious food and unlimited wine.

Spend the day exploring the stunning archipelago of La Maddalena during this full-day, small-group sailing tour. Ride aboard a comfortable private boat departing from Palau OT, with lunch, refreshments, and alcoholic drinks. Enjoy multiple get-down stops to swim, snorkel, and sightsee along the way, including in Cala Granara and Cala di Santa Maria.

San Gimignano is surrounded by quiet countryside dotted with small wine estates. Visit one of these traditional farms and connect with local hosts on this tour and wine tasting experience. Take in the organic farm's garden, orchard, vineyard, olive grove, "vinsantaia" aging room, and cellar. Then enjoy a tasting of eight organic wines of your choice paired with the farm's own olive oil plus local cheeses and cold cuts and other culinary combinations.

Go beyond dining out and learn how to prepare two of Italy’s most beloved dishes during a hands-on cooking class in Rome. With step-by-step instruction, you’ll gain practical skills for making fresh pasta and tiramisu from scratch while learning about local culinary traditions. Enjoy your creations with drinks at the end of class for a rewarding experience that combines food, culture, and learning.

Take advantage of your time in Rome and go a step beyond simply eating pizza and gelato by taking a cooking class. Whether you’re confident in the kitchen or consider yourself a beginner, improve your skills with insights from a professional chef. Get access to premium toppings during this hands-on workshop.

Explore Croatia’s spectacular coastal scenery on this 8-hour Elafiti Islands cruise from Dubrovnik. Hop aboard your sightseeing vessel in Dubrovnik and cruise out onto the waves. Visit islands such as Koločep, Lopud and Šipan, and explore the village of Suđurađ. Enjoy a delicious lunch alongside a selection of refreshing beverages on board. During your tour, swim in the clear waters, stroll along the beaches, sightseen or simply soak up the sunshine at your leisure. With round-trip travel from your Dubrovnik hotel, enjoy a relaxing day on the waves.

Learn the art of fine French cuisine with a small-group cooking class and gourmet meal in Paris. Help prepare an authentic 3-course meal under the guidance of a local chef. When the cooking’s done, join your new friends around a cozy table to enjoy the delicious home-cooked meal paired with a selection of French wine. Opt to start the evening with a shopping trip at a local market.

No more awkward group tours—this one-of-a-kind comedy theatre experience in Cork is like city immersion over dinner. Delivered by professional Irish actors, it’s a hilarious journey through Cork’s quirky history, characters, and humor, all set in a historic venue. Enjoy local food and live music, and even learn to “speak Cork.” It's perfect for travelers seeking laughter, culture, and authentic Irish charm, all at the dinner table.

Spend a relaxing evening at the Poça da Dona Beija thermal baths in Furnas during this nighttime excursion from Ponta Delgada. Bathe in the natural pools (tickets are not included), enjoy a guided nature walk, and feast on Cozido das Furnas, a traditional Azores meat and vegetable stew boiled underground in volcanic steam from the hot springs. Your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Ponta Delgada.

Make two fresh pasta dishes by hand during a small-group cooking class in Varenna, Lake Como. You’ll skip the impersonal feel of a larger cooking class, and rustle up creations in the home of a local, who is part of the Cesarine network of Italian home cooks. Prepare and eat pasta and a tiramisu as you learn about the wider Lombardy region in the best place — an Italian home kitchen.