Top Umbria Dining Experiences

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!

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.

This isn't just a wine tasting—it's a full sensory journey through the heart of Umbria. What makes this experience unique is the perfect blend of history, flavor, and scenery. You’ll visit three carefully selected wineries, each offering its own story, atmosphere, and signature wines. From organic vineyards to centuries-old cellars, you'll explore the true soul of Umbrian winemaking. You'll taste a wide variety of award-winning DOC wines—including iconic labels like Sagrantino and Montefalco Rosso—paired with local delicacies and breathtaking views. The intimate, small-group format, the presence of a dedicated private driver, and the opportunity to meet passionate winemakers make this experience personal and unforgettable. It’s not just about wine—it’s about culture, tradition, and enjoying the slow pleasures of the Italian countryside.

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.

Discover the secrets of authentic Italian cuisine with this 4-hour home cooking experience in Assisi. Visit a typical Umbrian home; get hands-on as you cook up an array of appetizers, pastas, and meat dishes; then tuck into your delicious homemade creations, accompanied local wine and dessert.

Bocale is a testimony to the artisanal production of high quality wine while respecting the territory, the environment and the people who have been working and living there for generations. The company has started in 2020 the conversion to organic farming. In the vineyard herbicides are not used, the soil is grassed between the rows to reduce mechanical work, erosion and runoff. The vineyard is treated with the technique of green manure generally favino and soil fertility is replenished with organic and mineral fertilizers without the use of chemicals. In the cellar are used only indigenous yeasts and neither microfiltrations nor stabilizations are done. The wine obtained is the result of an artisanal process respecting the environmental cycles and the natural attitudes of a territory. The winery spreads on 10 hectares, 6 of which are vineyards, and has an average annual production of 35,000 bottles.

Enjoy a local lunch in a charming wineyard cellar with winemaker Francesco. Taste Umbrian wines, especially the famous Sagrantino DOC, paired with traditional dishes and a sample of the region's extra virgin olive oil. A delightful culinary experience in the heart of Italy!

Talk with a professional sommelier about wine pairing and food. Our selection of products: Wines from Exceptional Years: Discover a range of fine wines, each representative of the best vintages. Our wines are selected to offer a complex and fascinating bouquet, which best expresses the unique character of the Umbrian territory. Cold cuts of absolute excellence: Delight your palate with a variety of artisanal cured meats, made with the best meats and perfectly seasoned. Each slice tells a story of tradition and passion, bringing the most authentic flavors of Umbria to the table. Supreme quality cheeses! The tasting experience: Our tasting is a sensorial journey designed to make you discover the most authentic and refined flavors of Italy and Umbria. We will guide you through the stories, traditions and peculiarities of each product. Each tasting will be an opportunity to appreciate the excellent quality and passion that lie behind these unique creations.

This isn’t a staged activity—it’s a genuine, family-run truffle hunt led by locals who have been practicing this tradition for generations. You’re not watching… you’re part of it. The experience goes beyond the hunt. You follow trained dogs through untouched countryside, taste truffles moments after they’re found, and sit down to a farm-to-table meal where the ingredients come directly from the land around you. The setting is just as special—rolling hills, quiet forests, and spontaneous encounters with local life that you simply can’t replicate. Most importantly, it feels personal. Small groups, real connections, and an atmosphere that’s relaxed, welcoming, and completely unfiltered.

Discover Amelia, a historic hilltop town near Terni, through a hands-on cooking class with Cesarine. Learn traditional Umbrian techniques, enjoy seasonal flavors, and share a convivial tasting in an authentic local home