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Tuscan Cooking and Culture Short Break

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  • Visit a traditional Italian farm and sample their organic produce
  • Learn the secrets of real, authentic Italian cooking with the best quality ingredients
  • Visit local historic towns and get to know the Tuscany lifestyle
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Tuscany at its best. Visit unspoiled medieval hamlets, dreamy Tuscan towns, cook and eat delicious, locally produced food, indulge in incredible wines, and unwind on this 3-night holiday.

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Tuscany at its best. Visit unspoiled medieval hamlets, dreamy Tuscan towns, cook and eat delicious, locally produced food, indulge in incredible wines, and unwind on this 3-night holiday.

The charming region of Tuscany, renowned for its delicious food and fine wines, will be the setting of this 4-day Tuscan cooking and culture holiday. Tucked away on a wonderfully authentic Italian farm, nestled in the surrounding hills and valleys just 6km from the historic city of Arezzo, you’ll be able to unwind and relax as you drink in the slower Italian lifestyle.

In a rural, relaxed atmosphere you’ll learn timeless recipes, create your own beautiful pastas and local specialties, and sample organic extra virgin olive oil produced right there on the farm. You’ll also enjoy tasting wonderful local wines, including Chianti and Vino Santo dessert wine, all local to the region.

You will be perfecting Tuscan specialities including fresh pastas, accompanying seasonal sauces, traditional cookies with local almonds and chestnut honey, panna cotta and so much more by learning the local secrets and techniques that make Italian cuisine so special.

As well as experiencing all things food and wine, you’ll also get to visit local towns with a rich history and an addictively slow lifestyle in Arezzo and Cortona, where you’ll visit wineries, local food markets, and truly immerse yourself in Italian culture.

During this memorable Italian cooking and culture holiday, your host and Chef Fabrizio will be on hand to ensure every element of your holiday runs smoothly, to ensure you return feeling relaxed and satisfied with mouth-watering Italian cooking, as well as a great collection of new recipes and techniques to replicate for friends and family.

This experience runs from 1st March to 31st October.

*From price is based on 2 people sharing a room.

Arrival Day

Meet at the Arezzo train station in time for the transfer or at the villa, and enjoy a typically Italian welcome with a garden aperitif buffet and Prosecco wine tasting.

In the late afternoon, dive in to your first cookery lesson which will cover the basics of Italian cuisine, during which you will prepare your evening meal of 3 authentic courses and a side dish.

Arezzo Tour & Free Time

After a delicious breakfast at the house, you’ll head to the historic city of Arezzo on a guided tour to see the city’s wonderful sites and picturesque locations. Lunch is at a local family-run restaurant.

Spend the afternoon as you wish; relaxing by the pool with a glass of Chianti, exploring the surrounding countryside or reading a book in the gardens.

In the evening, return to the villa and enjoy your second cooking lesson.

 

 

Cooking Lesson & Winery tour

Today after breakfast, don your apron for another cookery lesson followed by lunch where you’ll eat the fruits of your labour together with delicious local wine.

This afternoon, there is a wine tour in a prestigious winery which is famous for its Chianti and Chardonnay.

In the evening, sit down to a wonderful meal prepared by your Chef at the villa.

Departure

Today is your last morning and after breakfast, check-out and you’ll be transferred back to Arezzo station for your journey home.

What's included

Included

  • Return transfers to and from Arezzo train station
  • Accommodation in an apartment based on staying in a twin/double apartment
  • Breakfast each day at the house
  • 2 cooking classes (preparation of 3/4 course meal with drinks) on days 1 and 3
  • All lunches and dinners throughout your stay (please note that some meals are taken in local restaurants where soft drinks are included but wine is extra)
  • Tuscan wines during meals taken at the house
  • Prosecco tasting on your arrival evening
  • 1 half-day cultural excursions including transportation
  • A private wine tasting tour with dinner in a local restaurant

Accommodation

Il Poggetto Moonlight

The villa is 2km from the centre of the historic city of Arezzo, surrounded by a prestigious winery and the woods of the Lignano National Park.  Its hillside location provides wonderful views and the tranquil setting is perfect for relaxing.

There are 3 double or twin rooms with en-suite bathrooms, each has a large balcony or patio.

The villa is equipped with a restaurant and a large professional kitchen, where cooking lessons will be held. There is a garden with a small spa pool.

The Villa features:
Beautiful hillside setting only 2 km from the centre of Arezzo
Just 5 km from Arezzo train station
3 double rooms with ensuite and air conditioning
Professional kitchen and workspace to hands-on learn
Wonderful gardens to relax in with tables and chairs for dining
Relaxing area with sun loungers and sofa + whirlpool spa
BBQ ,communal garden and private panoramic terrace
English and Italian speaking hosts with a wealth of knowledge about the area
Delicious local food and wine
Secure private parking

Your local host

Fabrizio

Chef Fabrizio was born in the Tuscan wine region of Arezzo in the 70’s and grew up surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. Under the influence of his mother and grandmother, Fabrizio fell in love with cooking and the food from his region.

His family are local producers of Chianti and extra virgin olive oil and you’ll have the chance to taste these during your stay!

After obtaining a degree, he went to a hotel school in Tuscany before moving to Bournemouth in the UK to work as a chef. After that, the travel bug bit and he moved to various countries around the world to cook and experience new cultures, learn about different food and techniques in places as far afield as India, Thailand and Morocco.

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Chef Fabrizio was born in the Tuscan wine region of Arezzo in the 70’s and grew up surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. Under the influence of his mother and grandmother, Fabrizio fell in love with cooking and the food from his region.

His family are local producers of Chianti and extra virgin olive oil and you’ll have the chance to taste these during your stay!

After obtaining a degree, he went to a hotel school in Tuscany before moving to Bournemouth in the UK to work as a chef. After that, the travel bug bit and he moved to various countries around the world to cook and experience new cultures, learn about different food and techniques in places as far afield as India, Thailand and Morocco.

Despite his travels and experience, he credits his mother and grandmother as the ‘gurus of traditional cooking’. This is where he learnt his Tuscan cooking skills and passion for quality, organic, seasonal food.

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Location

Getting there

Nearest airports:
Florence (80km, 1 hour)
Pisa (150km, 2 hours)
Rome (250 km, 2 hours 30 minutes)

By train:
The nearest train station is Arezzo which is 5km away from the villa.

You can take a train from Rome Termini station to Arezzo station (this journey is around 2 hours 30 minutes)

Or from Florence Airport you can take the shuttle service to Santa Maria Novella railway station in the centre of Florence. Buses go every day, from 5:30am to 8:30pm and run every 30 minutes. From here you can take the train to Arezzo station (this journey is around 1 hour).

A return transfer service to and from Arezzo train station is included in the price, and pick ups are anytime after 12pm. Please be sure to provide your arrival and departure details at least 7 days before you arrive.

Your accommodation is located in one of the most beautiful Tuscan residential areas, just 3 km from the Historical city Arezzo.

 

What our travellers are saying...

My husband and I stayed in a beautiful villa in Arezzo for a wonderful cooking holiday. Fabrizio is a great chef, he taught and cooked delicious Tuscany food for us. He also took us for sightseeing, wine yard etc. He helped to prepare a birthday cake for my husband that made our vacation perfect.

L Powell

Very relaxing and enjoyable few days. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

S Miller

I had a fantastic time with Fabrizio and Marina in Tuscany, they were so welcoming and made you feel part of the family. The cooking lessons were really good fun, I learnt a lot and had a great time in the process, the perfect combination. Overall I thought this was a really well planned and very enjoyable holiday and I would not hesitate recommending this to friends and family.

K Griffiths
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FAQs

Who is it suitable for?

Cookery and culture holidays are suitable for all levels from complete beginners to experienced cooks

Minimum age 18 (under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult)

All cooking classes are taught in English

When can I start?

Holidays can start on any day from March to October depending on availability

If you wish to stay for extra nights, please email to check availability for your preferred duration and we will do our best to accommodate you

Can I get picked up or dropped off at the airport?

We are always happy to help organise a private pick up/drop off

Prices are on request as these can vary depending on the group size, time of pickup and time of year.

To give you an idea of pricing, as an example:
Florence airport to the villa - approximately £200 each way (for 2 people)
Rome airport to the villa - approximately £350 each way (for 2 people)

Alternatively you can take a train from Rome to Arezzo station - a return transfer service to and from Arezzo train station is included in the price, and pick ups are anytime after 12pm. Please be sure to provide your arrival and departure details at least 7 days before you arrive.

What time can I check in and out?

Check in is any time after 1pm
Check-out is by 10.30am

What happens if I have a diet requirement?

If you have any particular diet requirements please let us know in advance so we can contact our host to advise and confirm these can be accommodated.

Our host can accommodate vegetarian's and guests who are gluten intolerant.

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