Top Italy Dining Experiences

Take part in this experience and discover our farmhouse and our winery. We will start by visiting our Moscato di Trani vineyard a few steps from the property. We will present the peculiar characteristics and history of Apulian viticulture in the Itria Valley. At the end we will taste 4 of our wines and we will tell you their story and how they were born: - "Terra Viva", still red wine of Nero di Troia, IGP Puglia 13% vol .; - "Pietra Viva", still white wine from Verdeca, IGP Valle d'Itria 12% vol .; - "1 ° Luglio", still rosé wine from Nero di Troia grapes, IGP Puglia 12.5% vol .; - "Pietro 60", still dry white wine from Moscato di Trani grapes, IGP Puglia 12.5% vol. We will accompany everything with a taste of our products homemade. We are waiting for you in our farmhouse, we are waiting for you at Trulli il Castagno!

Lemons get ripe between February and July. Green lemons are on the trees all year round. Opting for a small group Lemon Tour offers distinct advantages over the other farms' big groups alternatives. It ensures an intimate experience and you'll have the attention of an expert guide who can cater to your specific interests, answer all your questions, and provide in-depth insights into the history, techniques, and traditions about lemon farming, guaranteeing a more enriching and interactive journey. Nestled in nature, the location offers breathtaking view of the sea, mountains, and cityscape, serving as an idyllic backdrop for your excursion. Additionally, you'll indulge in tastings of the highest-quality products, immersing yourself in the Amalfi Coast most exquisite flavors and culinary traditions. This small group Lemon Tour seamlessly blends exclusivity, personalized attention, and awe-inspiring natural beauty, promising an unforgettable exploration of lemon culture and landscapes.

Learn how to eat and drink like a local during this group dinner crawl through Rome's Trastevere neighborhood. Skip the tourist traps and explore hidden gems and eateries locals go to. Understand the history of Roman cuisine and meet the people behind the city’s notable gastronomy. Taste several traditional dishes along the way, from pizza and pasta to cheeses, Italian wine, and gelato.

Discover the secrets of traditional Neapolitan pizza in a hands-on class with an expert pizzaiolo! Begin with a stroll through the traditional terraced gardens, learning about fresh local ingredients before mastering the art of making pizza dough and perfecting hand-stretching techniques. Bake your creation in a wood-fired oven and enjoy it with stunning sea views, local wine, and Limoncello. A delicious, immersive experience in the heart of the Amalfi Coast!

Enjoy 1.5 hours wine tasting experience in an historical cellar in the heart of Montepulciano. Together with an expert sommelier, discover the cellar’s underground of XVI century characterized by vaults and tunnels attributed of Etruscan civilization. Listen the history of this ancient cellar as well as the explanation of the methods and techniques of the wine production. During this journey follows a unique tradition in high quality wine production. Furthermore, discover private collection of old wine bottles tunnel and be amazed by the Etruscan tomb located in the cellar. Then, take part to an exclusive wine tasting experience combined to regional products. A sample of four local wines will be served with bread with a plate of local products. During this experience, you will taste four of the most important wines made in Montepulciano and known all around the world while a professional sommelier will explain you in depth the particularity of those Italian excellencies.

Sample Italy's flagship Brunello di Montalcino wine in the hills where it’s produced with this exclusive winery tour and tasting at a medieval castle. Join a sommelier for a stroll through the vineyards to learn about the history and production of Brunello at this family-run estate, then relax over a tasting that pairs three different wines with local specialties. Cap off your experience with a three-course Tuscan lunch.

Learn how to create classic dishes from the Amalfi Coast during this half-day, small-group cooking workshop, which takes place in a traditional farmhouse. Enjoy a full farm-to-table experience, beginning by selecting fresh ingredients from terraced gardens. Get hands-on instruction in preparing bruschetta, pasta, and a lemon tiramisu dessert. Then, sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor paired with local wine and limoncello.

In an old farmhouse in the hills of Sorrento, you will embody the spirit of the local culinary tradition, learning the secrets and techniques of our signature dishes. We will harvest vegetables from the garden and prepare two types of fresh pasta and tiramisu for dessert in an old country kitchen. Finally, you will taste it all on a terrace overlooking the Gulf of our beloved Sorrento.

Sample food from spots that locals love, and few tourists know about, on this small-group food tour. Head off the tourist trail to visit eateries in Campo de Fiori, the Jewish Ghetto, and Trastevere—including hidden locations you'd otherwise miss out on. As you explore, learn how food plays a part in Roman culture, and enjoy sampling food and wine at various vendors in the city.

There’s no better gift to bring back from Italy than the art of authentic Italian cuisine. Join a local chef in a beautiful citrus grove for this small-group class. Prepare either Naples-style pizza or Sorrento specialties—gnocchi and eggplant Parmesan—then complete your meal with tiramisu, wine, water, a welcome cocktail, and the area’s signature limoncello. For ease, your experience includes round-trip transfers from your Sorrento address.

Finding space at popular local restaurants in the evening can be difficult in Rome. This small-group food tour explores Trastevere and includes priority access to notable venues. Walk between tastings with your guide while sampling DOC prosecco, traditional Roman recipes, street food, classic pasta dishes, and more. Along the way, receive insider tips on where and how locals eat, making it easier to navigate Rome’s dining scene during the rest of your stay.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Tuscan countryside and sample a range of local wines and delicacies on this group farm and winery visit. Pick between lunch or dinner, and enjoy convenient hotel pickup from your accommodation. Upon arrival, meet your host, enjoy aperitivo snacks with a range of local wines, and then dig into plates of pasta and other Tuscan specialties.

Master the art of tiramisu and fresh pasta during a private cooking class in Olbia. You’ll skip the impersonal feel of a general cooking class, and enter the home of a local, who is part of the famed Cesarine network of Italian home cooks. Prepare, cook, and eat two classic Italian dishes, and learn about local culinary traditions in the best place — an authentic Italian home kitchen.

This experience combines a tour of the Madonna del Latte winery just outside Orvieto with generous wine tastings. Take a guided walk through the vineyards and learn about the winery’s growing methods. Then, head to the wine and barrel cellars, the latter of which was carved into tuff-stone thousands of years ago. After the tour, taste four house-made wines and local cheeses and cold cuts from nearby producers.

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.

Get hands-on instruction in preparing two kinds of Italian pasta and a tasty tiramisu during this half-day culinary workshop. Learn homemade, generations-old recipes in an intimate group setting, capped at only 12 participants. Small-group pasta-making workshops take place in the home of a local Palermo chef and include a welcome prosecco with snacks, plus a sampling of your culinary creations.

Bologna is famous for its fresh pasta and with this private lesson you'll learn the tricks to turning out flawless tortellini, tagliatelle, and other handmade pastas like a local with a Bolognese home cook. Roll up your sleeves and prepare three traditional types of pasta under the guidance of your host in her home kitchen, then sample your creations at a family-style meal complete with wine.

Connect with a local and learn the secrets to preparing some of the most beloved dishes from the Cinque Terre with this private home cooking class. Join your host in their Riomaggiore kitchen for a hands-on lesson and make three traditional recipes from scratch. Turn out a seasonal starter, fresh pasta, and a classic dessert with the guidance of your host, then relax over a festive meal featuring the dishes you’ve created together.

Arriving in Venice can be a hectic experience.  Enjoy a stress-free start to your vacation with this one-way, private transfer service. You’ll be picked up by a private water taxi at the Santa Lucia Station, if arriving by train, or the Piazzale Roma bus terminal, and then taken directly to your hotel in Venice or Venice Lido. It’s a convenient, customizable way to start your Venetian visit in comfort and style!

Nothing says Italy like pizza, pasta, and gelato—but what happens when your vacation ends? Learn how to recreate these quintessential treats during this half-day culinary experience in the Tuscan countryside. Your professional Italian chef provides a fun hands-on cooking lesson that culminates in a 3-course feast of appetizers, pizza or pasta, and gelato, accompanied by wine and beer. Then, receive recipes to take home and practice your newfound skills.

LONG PASTA and TIRAMISU : Monday - Wednesday - Friday SHORT PASTA and TIRAMISU: Tuesday - Thursday - Saturday Through this course we will introduce you to the world of homemade pasta. With us you will learn the ancient art of dough and the main traditional preparations, from spaghetti to short pasta. You will learn how to make timeless typical recipes. We will teach you how to roll out the dough through the use of the hand sheeter for an exceptional pastry. We’ll also reveal the secrets to a perfect pasta dish with sauce. We will close the course with an Italian classic made together, Tiramisù. Together we will make the creams and assemble the dessert from scratch. What you will make with your own hands during the course, you can taste with the typical wines of the area around us, such as Bardolino Classico and Chiaretto. Enter our house, breathe in the atmosphere of Italian cuisine and take it with you, once you return home, to impress your guests!

Master the art of making fresh pasta just like Italian grandmothers did with this group cooking class. Your instructors guide you through every step, from preparing various pasta shapes to crafting delectable sauces. No need to bring anything, as all the necessary equipment and ingredients are provided. After cooking, savor your creations over fine Tuscan wine.

Ensure your arrival into Rome is straightforward and stress-free by arranging a private transfer ahead of your trip. When you hop off your train at either Rome Termini or Rome Tiburtina railway station, simply join up with your private driver, settle into your comfortable, private vehicle, and enjoy an effortless journey direct to your central Rome hotel