~ TUSCANY CULINARY VACATION 2009 ~

Buon giorno! Join Chef Denene Vincent on this exciting culinary adventure to the Tuscany region of Italy! Wine tastings of deep, red Italian wines, hand made pastas, fresh Pecorino Romano cheese, cold pressed extra virgin olive oils, rolling vineyards, ancient olive groves and meals enjoyed al fresco like a true Italian. These are just some of the cultural and culinary experiences you will enjoy!

Our accommodation for the week is a restored stone olive mill surrounded by centuries-old olive groves. All the bedrooms have amazing views across the countryside overlooking Lake Trasimeno – spectacular! Enjoy your free time with a swim in our private pool, stroll the landscaped terraced gardens, borrow the on-site mountain bikes and cycle around the area countryside, enjoy a hike through the ancient olive groves or just enjoy relaxing with a good book poolside under the Tuscan sun.

Our itinerary for the week includes gourmet food and wine, two cooking classes preparing regional Tuscan cuisine, a vineyard tour and tasting, an olive mill tour and tasting, day trips to Florence, Montepulciano, Cortona and much, much more!

Small group size guaranteed!

SAMPLE MENU IDEAS

Fresh Strozzapretti Pasta with Asparagus and Pecorino Tartufo Cream Sauce Ricotta Stuffed Summer Squash Blossoms Chicken Marsala with Smashed Red Skin Potatoes Antipasto Misto – cured Italian meats, tomatoes, olives, crostini toasts Classic Caesar Salad Farmer’s Market Zucchini and Tomato Gratin Sundried Tomato and Herb Stuffed Oven Roasted Pork Loin Pecorino Fresca Crostini with Honey and Pear Jam Penne Pasta with Tomato Pink Sauce  Italian Chopped Salad Italian Trattoria Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette Bruschetta Misto – pomodoro frescha with basil; prosciutto and mozzarella; radiccio, parsley and olive oil; ricotta and pecorino romano; sautéed wild mushroom Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan with Marinara Sauce Selection of Regional Cheeses Fresh Strawberries with Sparkling Prosecco Whipped Cream and Italian Lady Fingers Vanilla Gelato with Red Wine Soaked Summer Berries Italian Espresso Afogato Gelato Floats Zabaglione

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