Culinary Vacations in Italy |
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If you’re one of those people who enjoy a great meal, appreciates fine wines, loves the outdoors and is passionate about history, a culinary vacation in Italy is the ideal vacation for you. Whether you know how to boil water or you’re a seasoned chef, you’ll find that culinary vacations are not just about sublime food. In Italy, the options are limitless. You can learn to prepare something as simple as fresh pasta or spend time hob knobbing with world renowned masters of the kitchen. And while you’re improving your culinary abilities, you can visit interesting sites and witness some of the world’s most beautiful scenery. In Siena, for instance, you can join the Dante Alighieri Italian School. Opt for a weekend or a month long course. Stay with a family at their farmhouse or share an apartment with other students. Prepare recipes from centuries past. Visit the medieval villas of the region and take in the fresh air of the valley. Close to the city of Florence you’ll find the famous Monsignore della Casa. With its rustic accommodations and wonderful packages that include relaxing at the wellness center, playing a round of golf or hiking you’ll enjoy delving into the world of Tuscan gastronomy. Serious chefs will have the chance to visit area green markets and study the ingredients. As you will gather from your trip Italian cuisine is all about utilizing fresh and seasonal products. How about a tour of the less crowded region of Emilia Romagna? Nestled in the Apennine Mountains, it’s the ideal place for those on a smaller budget If you’re enthusiastic about the past, you’ll be impressed by Verona. Perhaps not as famous as Tuscany, it still boasts superb culinary schools. They’re best known for perfecting the art of risotto-making and their beautiful historical surroundings.
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