TUSCANY
JUNE 1 - 5, 2025
Spend 4 nights in the charming Tuscan village of Cortona, learning to cook the traditional dishes of this medieval land in some of the most breathtaking settings. Produce is at its peak so we will be cooking with plenty of bright, organic ingredients especially tomatoes, peppers, zucchini flowers, eggplant, strawberries, and fresh herbs. We'll roll out lots of pasta nonna style while sipping the regions best wines and plenty of spritz.
In between cooking we'll visit a winery in Montepulciano, spend a day in Orvieto, and join Illaria and her dad, (and their sheep), on their farm to make cheese. If you are looking for a quick culinary experience in Tuscany this tour is for you.
DAY 1 WELCOME TO ITALY!
We will pick you up at Camucia-Cortona train Station which connects Rome and Florence, making a direct and easy commute to the village from either city. Check into your accommodations and relax. We'll meet for an aperitivo together at a local bar in the village, followed by a welcome dinner at a AD BRacceria, a classic Tuscan trattoria. Dinner will feature wine pairings with each course by Cortonese sommelier, Francesco.
DAY 2 CHEESEMAKING IN THE COUNTRYSIDE
Today we head out of the village to a nearby farm for a hands on cheesemaking class and lunch on the farm.
Learn to make ricotta and pecorino from this expert father-daughter team and meet their sheep. Dinner on your own.
DAY 3 MARKET TO TABLE CLASS
Rise early to go visit the butcher shop and farmer's market in Piazza Signorelli to get the freshest ingredients
for our with a hands on cooking class today. We'll make a variety of antipasti, pasta, and a main course plus dessert.
Tonight dinner on your own.
DAY 4 FREE MORNING & APERICENA CLASS IN THE EVENING
Today your morning is free to wander the maze of tiny streets of Cortona and tonight we focus on the beautiful Italian tradition of apericena, which is a dinner consisting of many small plates. You'll prepare aperitivo snacks and learn all about Tuscan charcuterie and cheeses from finocchiono, salami Toscano, prosciutto, lardo, pecorino, ricotta salata, mascarpone and more. Enjoy them all with the regions best wines and Italian cocktails.
DAY 5 DEPARTURE
We will take everyone back to Camucia-Cortona train station as needed to catch their train to the
airport or onto another journey in Italy.
Reserve your spot for
Tuscany 2025
Contact Angela angela@cicalarestaurant.com
or call
(443) 440-0473
4 NIGHT TUSCAN WORKSHOP
$2,850.00 per person, double or single guest,
Reserving your own accommodation in Cortona
We can suggest some places to stay in the historic center of the village.
Cortona has a wide range of different places to stay for different
budgets, all within walking distance of shops, cafes, and to meet up with the group each day.
Included with all tours:
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3 Lunches and 2 Dinners, including wine and cocktails
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Hands-on cooking classes with local chefs, farmer, and chefs Joe & Angela Cicala
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Guided wine paring with dinner, with sommelier Francesco Fratini
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A visit to a historic cantina with lunch and wine pairing
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Hands on cheesemaking class with lunch at the farm
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Market to table cooking class. Shop for ingredients at the village's outdoor market, local butcher, & baker
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Olive oil & balsamic tasting with lunch in Orvieto
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Visit to Orvieto underground
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Transport included for all the visits in the itinerary above
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A gift bag of local treats
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All entrance fees to excursions outlined in tour itinerary
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All hotel taxes and gratuities
Not Included:
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International Airfare
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Travel insurance
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Transportation to and from Cortona at start and end of tour, but we are happy to help arrange transfers if you need.
Getting to Cortona:
Cortona is about 1 1/2 hours from Florence Santa Maria Novella train station and 2 hours from Cortona by car or train, take a look at this info sheet.
To book, we require a deposit of $650.00 per person upon booking; the remainder should be paid 60 days before the workshop starts. This booking is non-refundable, but we understand that plans can change, we can accept someone to take your place or we can give you a voucher towards any other classes to use within 12 months of the intended workshop.
This is a small and intimate workshop so there are only 8 spots available in each tour. If you would like to book for a larger group please contact us to create a customized tour.
