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Spoleto Walking Tour & Traditional Cooking Class with Wine

Immerse yourself in Spoleto’s history and culinary traditions with a walking tour and cooking class that blends culture, food, and authentic flavors. Begin with a guided stroll through Spoleto’s medieval streets, visiting local markets and food shops to discover Umbrian cuisine and its farm-to-table philosophy. After an hour of exploration, head to a local home kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Using fresh, high-quality local ingredients, you’ll prepare classic Umbrian dishes like handmade strangozzi pasta, truffle-infused specialties, or rustic lentil soup, mastering traditional techniques passed down for generations. Once the meal is ready, enjoy your homemade feast paired with fine Umbrian wine in the cozy, welcoming atmosphere of an authentic home in Spoleto. Ideal for food lovers and cultural explorers, this experience offers new skills, authentic recipes, and unforgettable memories of Spoleto’s rich flavors.

Spoleto Walking Tour & Traditional Cooking Class with Wine

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Wine Tasting in Montefalco

Taste the wines of Montioni in the heart of Montefalco. Immerse yourself in the tradition and passion that has always distinguished Montioni. Purchase their products and enjoy a wine tasting in a cozy and engaging atmosphere. Visit the Montioni Store, located in the heart of Montefalco, just a 1-minute walk from the main parking lot. Take a break in a welcoming, fresh, and refined place. Taste the winery's prestigious wines in a historic building, completely renovated for a relaxing and sensory experience.

Wine Tasting in Montefalco

45 minutesFree Cancellation

Culinary Experience in a Local Home in Spoleto

Join us for an unforgettable evening in the heart of Umbria! Savor local flavors with cream of fava beans and crispy guanciale, chicory and ciauscolo, black celery pesto from Trevi, homemade polenta with sausage sauce, and grape sauce doughnuts. All dishes are paired with excellent local wines and served with breathtaking views of the Umbrian hills. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks, this authentic culinary experience offers a unique taste of Umbria that no restaurant can match. Cook, taste, and live like a local!

Culinary Experience in a Local Home in Spoleto

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Umbria Countryside: Dining Experience at Local's Home in Spello

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Italy treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 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.

Umbria Countryside: Dining Experience at Local's Home in Spello

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Guided Winery Tour and Private Tasting in Montefalco

Guided Winery Tour and Private Tasting in Montefalco

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Food Experience in Perugia Home Style Cooking School

Food Experience in Perugia Home Style Cooking School

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Small Group Market tour and Dining Experience at a Cesarina's home in Perugia

Would you like to discover the most authentic side of Italian gastronomy and share it with other enthusiasts of the “cucina italiana”? Enjoy this shared Market tour and typical Dining experience. Visit the vibrant local market and learn about the seasonal produce and secret ingredients. Then, head to your Cesarina’s house to enjoy a 3-course dining experience, showcasing the authentic regional dishes stored in the cookbooks of your host. You will take part in an experience which is so much more than just a lunch or dinner. You will make new friends, feel like one of the family and live like the Italians do.

Small Group Market tour and Dining Experience at a Cesarina's home in Perugia

4 hoursFree Cancellation

1 Hour Tasting of Artisan Liqueurs in the Umbrian Countryside

1 Hour Tasting of Artisan Liqueurs in the Umbrian Countryside

1 hourFree Cancellation

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Ravioli, Pasta and Tiramisu Class at a Local's Home in Perugia

Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class in a welcoming home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and tiramisu and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner accompanied by local wines. During this private lesson, you will learn how to prepare 2 pasta recipes and the tiramisu dessert from scratch. Your Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of these iconic recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family once home with an Italian meal! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Ravioli, Pasta and Tiramisu Class at a Local's Home in Perugia

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Lasagna Masterclass in Perugia's Scenic Countryside

Discover the true taste of Umbria with a hands-on lasagna masterclass in the scenic countryside. Guided by a skilled local home cook, you’ll learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch, prepare a rich ragù, and whip up a creamy béchamel sauce. As you build your lasagna layer by layer, you’ll uncover the secrets behind one of Italy’s most iconic dishes. While the lasagna bakes, enjoy a traditional aperitivo and learn about local culinary traditions in a warm, authentic home setting. Then, sit down to savor your creation, paired with a glass of regional wine. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks, this experience offers a genuine taste of Umbrian hospitality and tradition—far beyond what any restaurant can offer. Cook, taste, and feel at home in Umbria.

Lasagna Masterclass in Perugia's Scenic Countryside

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Flavours of Gubbio: Tastings of Salami Black Pork Brado

Tasting of Artisan Salami: A Unique Experience in the Heart of Umbria Come and discover the authentic flavors of Umbria with our exclusive tasting of homemade cold cuts at our farm in Gubbio! This event is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the local gastronomic tradition and taste the products of our farm. Superior Quality Cold cuts: Taste our homemade cold cuts of wild black pork, prepared with passion and according to the ancient recipes of our tradition. Every bite is a journey into the genuine flavors of our land, enjoy tasting in a welcoming and convivial atmosphere. An opportunity not to be missed: Limited seats! Do not miss the opportunity to live this extraordinary gastronomic experience. Reserve your seat today and get ready to delight your palate!

Flavours of Gubbio: Tastings of Salami Black Pork Brado

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Cook Like a Local in Perugia: 3 Recipes Cooking Class by Cesarine

Fresh pasta is one of Italy’s most beloved specialties, but turning out perfect ribbons of tagliatelle or stuffed ravioli takes skill. Perfect your technique with this private hands-on class led by a home cook in Perugia. Prepare three different types of regional pasta specialties under your instructor’s watchful eye, then cap off your experience by sampling your handiwork during a final tasting.

Cook Like a Local in Perugia: 3 Recipes Cooking Class by Cesarine

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Small Group Market tour and Dining Experience at a Cesarina's home in Spoleto

Small Group Market tour and Dining Experience at a Cesarina's home in Spoleto

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Perugia Walking Tour with official guide

Private Perugia Walking Tour with official guide

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Umbria Truffle Hunting Experience with Tasting

To do a truffle hunt is a unique experience for blending good food, traditions and contact with locals. It will start in the morning at a farm. From there together with a truffle hunter we will enjoy a walk in a wood with trained dog hunting the so called black diamond of Umbria, truffle. After the truffle hunt you will have a tasting with truffle, extra virgin olive oil and other umbrian products.

Umbria Truffle Hunting Experience with Tasting

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Authentic Umbrian Cooking Class with Italian Barbecue in Perugia

Enjoy a hands-on culinary experience in a welcoming Umbrian home, surrounded by the hills of central Italy. The class begins with the preparation of torta al testo, a traditional flatbread served with local cured meats. Then, dive into the art of Italian barbecue—learn how to grill meat the Umbrian way for a flavorful second course. To finish, participants will prepare a delicious homemade dessert, such as a walnut cake or a rich buttercream. Throughout the experience, secrets of Umbrian cuisine and local traditions will be shared, making this more than just a cooking class—it’s a true taste of Umbria. Perfect for food lovers, travelers, and anyone looking to discover real Italian flavors in the heart of Perugia. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, this unique class offers an authentic perspective that no restaurant can provide. Join us to cook, taste, and experience Umbria like a local!

Authentic Umbrian Cooking Class with Italian Barbecue in Perugia

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Umbria Mia: Tasting with the Winemaker and Tour of the Cellar.

A unique experience in the company of the winemaker and owner Francesco who will guide you to discover the wines that he produces with love and passion. After the visit to the cellar and a walk in the vineyard you will taste five of our wines including the Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG both dry and passito in the company of a selection of cured meats, typical cheeses and bruschetta with our EVO oil and tozzetti to finish on a sweet note.

Umbria Mia: Tasting with the Winemaker and Tour of the Cellar.

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Perugia Cooking Class with Three Recipes and Three Flavors

In the heart of Umbria, a unique culinary experience awaits those seeking not just a meal but a journey into the soul of the region's gastronomic heritage. An intimate, hands-on approach to crafting classic Umbrian dishes, providing participants with an immersive and authentic taste of the local culinary tradition. The activity takes a distinctive turn as participants engage in the art of pasta-making, using the traditional rolling pin method. What makes this experience truly exceptional is the thoughtful inclusion of a slowly cooked ragù, ensuring that every participant can savor the depth and complexity that slow-cooked sauces are known for.

Perugia Cooking Class with Three Recipes and Three Flavors

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Traditional Umbrian Cooking Class: Cook Like a Local in Perugia

Enjoy the thrill of making your own pasta from scratch. Learn how to make traditional Italian dishes in an authentic home kitchen, taught by a real Italian home cook. Make two types of pasta—one filled and one pasta shape to serve with sauce—and try your hand at making tiramisu, then sit down with your fellow classmates around the family table and enjoy the dishes you’ve created together.

Traditional Umbrian Cooking Class: Cook Like a Local in Perugia

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Pasta and Tiramisu class with Mamma in Spoleto

Pasta and Tiramisu class with Mamma in Spoleto

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Street Food Tour with Authentic Gelato Tasting in Spoleto

Dip your toe into traditional Umbrian cuisine while visiting one of the most atmospheric medieval hill towns in the region with this street food tour through Spoleto’s old town. Meet with a local foodie and weave your way through the historic center, stopping at artisan food shops, market stalls, and other gourmet spots to nibble savory and sweet delicacies while you learn about Spoleto’s culinary traditions.

Street Food Tour with Authentic Gelato Tasting in Spoleto

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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A typical Italian lunch in a cellar

A typical Italian lunch in a cellar

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Private Chef at your rental home

Have a private chef come to your private villa to teach your the basics of Italian cuisine during a private cooking class in Orvieto. Rather than sharing your chef-instructor with a group, you’ll benefit from undivided attention and insider knowledge while your guide arranges everything from purchasing the ingredients to the cleaning after you’ve cooked. All you’ll have to worry about is enjoying gourmet regional cuisine.

Private Chef at your rental home

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Gold tasting in the Oil Mill in Umbria

Choose this experience to find out how Colli Martani extra virgin olive oil is produced. To know its characteristics and curiosities, and above all, how we can combine our oils with unexpected flavors. Not just bread! Guests are invited to take an exclusive tour of an olive mill dated 1962 and owned by host Marco, who is going to explain how the local olives are pressed to produce three types of olive oil. The tour is going to be followed by a degustation, in which smell and taste are the primary senses called upon to provide answers about the quality of the product. You will be guided on a tasting of three types of extra virgin olive oil and learn how to recognize its scent, taste, and other characteristics. And it was a surprise to appreciate unusual gastronomic combinations.

Gold tasting in the Oil Mill in Umbria

1 hourFree Cancellation

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