Italian Kitchen

Cortuna Lunch, June 2015

Italy’s culture weaves together a rare fusion of food, family, and land; that combination draws people to bella Italia.

In Tuscany, fresh olive oil and pastas, sauces from fresh tomatoes, and the finest beef and pork all come together on evening tables. Restaurants and cafes in Venice tempt with the bounty of the sea.

On Sicily, from seasonal porcini mushrooms to the bounty of the sea, guests experience extraordinary meals mindful of the regional influences of land and weather. Along the Amalfi Coast, we enjoy fresh seafood, incredible vegetables, and desserts.

Le Marche and Umbria tempt with rare truffles, exceptional wines, and unique preparations. Along the lakes of Northern Italy, fresh lake trout, artisan pastas, luscious risottos, and world-famous wines add the perfect, flavorful touch to each day’s explorations.

Fresh pastas, prepared in Emiglia Romagna, achieve the height of perfection in Bologna; ravioli, cappellini and tortellini in luscious light sauces abound. Tramezzini in Vicenza are famously flavorful and light.

Everywhere we visit, exceptional local food will surprise and satisfy any appetite. We proudly share these special meals with guests during our small group explorations. While staying at villas, guests enjoy dinners prepared by local cooks and chefs — each specializing in locally-sourced, fresh, and incredibly flavorful meals. Our tours also feature stops in trattorias and restaurants known for both the expertise of their chefs and the bounty produced in their kitchens, offering guests an even more diverse array of foods to savor.

Would you like to participate in an authentic Italian cooking class? We can provide unforgettable kitchen experiences with local chefs. Let us know your goals, and we will help you achieve them.

Vegetarian? Gluten intolerant? For those requiring a special dining experience, our chefs and cooks can accommodate every need. 

Come share a meal with Private Italy Tours. Buon appetito!