Top Lake Como High Tea

In the two hours time , we will study the ancient tea culture in China and how it reflect the Buddhism / Dao and Confucius culture which are the three main philosophies that compose the Chinese culture which last form 10 minutes Then Go through the 6 main tea families and teh modern tea evolution in modern time which will take about 10minutes. After that I will share tea picking season and tea making procedure brief introduction . Then it would be the tea services and tea varieties pairing and learn how different water quality and temperature impact the tea water taste. When would be the best time to drink tea. You will get to practice 2000year old ancient style Tea ceremony (Kongfu cha) after the demonstration. Last we will study how to pair different tea with food and have some tea Dimsum tasting before finishing.

Step into a local's home in Como to learn how to make fresh pasta and a classic tiramisu. In an intimately sized small group of just 12 people, you'll hear the tricks to roll fresh pasta by hand, and create two dishes as you learn about Lombardy food from your Cesarine host — part of a network of home cooks who preserve regional culinary traditions.

Visit a villa winery in Domaso on Lake Como, and experience an authentic Italian family-run wine estate that’s been nurtured through the generations. Ideal if you’re looking for a Lake Como experience with a difference, the visit includes a tour of the wine cellar followed by an extravagant tasting session. You’ll savor local specialities that have been carefully chosen to complement the wine as you learn about viticulture in the northern Italian region.

Use your time in Como to learn more about wine with a sommelier-led tasting session in the heart of the city. Taking place in an elegant wine shop near Como old town, the wine tasting includes plenty of samples along with all the information you need about each varietal. Nice touch: The group is limited to just 12 people for a more sociable and intimate experience.

Learn to create classic dishes of the Lombardy region with a small-group cooking class in Lake Como. A member of the acclaimed Cesarine network of chefs will welcome you into their home for a lesson in Milanese-style cuisine as you help prepare a 3-course menu featuring northern Italian favorites such as a seasonal starter, various kinds of fresh pasta, and a local dessert such as a *torta miascia*, *cutizza* pancake, or tiramisu. When the cooking’s done, sit down with your host and small group to enjoy the homemade meal with wine.

This is a very unique experience for we are offering up our beautiful space to be enjoyed. We have renovated our baita in the forest of Blevio. The spot is extremely secluded and the view is magic. You can also often see deer, rams, pigs, goats, and chickens. This is a fantastic opportunity to get out of the hustle and bustle for a few hours and immerse yourself in nature.

Italy offers you an incredibly wide range of vines. Some of them are famous all over the world, some others are known only by local people. You will taste three different kind of local wines paired to some food to enjoy an Italian aperitivo. A professional and passionate sommelier will guide you through this fascinating world.