Top Asti Unique Experiences

Asti sits in the heart of the food-centric region of Piedmont, so take advantage of your time in this gourmet mecca to explore its culinary culture with the help of a passionate local expert. Connect with a host for a guided market stroll to learn about seasonal local specialties, then head back to their home for a cooking demonstration followed by a four-course meal featuring beloved traditional dishes.

Discover the grandeur of the Palace of Venaria, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its breathtaking Baroque design. Led by a guide, explore the lavish Hall of Diana, the Great Gallery, and the Church of Sant'Uberto, while uncovering fascinating stories about the House of Savoy. Stroll through the enchanting gardens adorned with elegant flower beds and water features, rounding out a truly unforgettable experience.

In Italy, the best place to sample authentic regional dishes are in private homes. With this exclusive experience, connect with a local home cook, or “Cesarina”, for a cooking demonstration featuring classic recipes from Asti passed down through the generations. Afterwards, sample the traditional fare over a four-course lunch or dinner and learn about the city’s history and culture from your host.

Enjoy a more intimate experience of Asti culinary culture than is typical on most tours. Visit a local’s home where you will be guided through the secrets of the most famous dishes of Asti cuisine, and learn the tips and tricks of how to prepare them. Afterward, sit down to enjoy the dishes you made, accompanied by a glass of local wine.

Visit the vibrant local market and the traditional food shops with a local home cook and immerse yourself in a private cooking class at a local's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Asti cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by local wines. During the lesson, your host will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Asti recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Participants will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.