Come with us to discover this historic region by immersing yourself in its food, wines and culture. Our visits to artisan food producers will highlight the fresh, seasonal foods made in traditional ways. During the week we’ll get to know some of Gina’s friends and see how real southern Italians continue to live close to the land and their traditions.
The people of the area are gregarious, open and friendly; the food rich, fresh and seasonal; the views of sea, sky, islands and volcano spectacular. We’ll meet and cook with locals, talk to food producers and eat well in a relaxing atmosphere. In addition to a cooking class and winery tours & tastings, our excursions will include Greek temples, ancient ruins, beautiful hand painted ceramics and of course Naples, an overlooked cultural gem!
Highlights include:
- 7 nights accommodations at two beautiful hotels in the region – both former palaces. The first hotel is in Naples with a glorious view of the bay (2 nights) then we’ll be near Sorrento, south of Naples (4 nights).
- Wine tour and lunch in the region known for Aglianico and Falanghina wines
- One cooking class – highlighting regional Campanian specialties
- Visit to a water buffalo farm to see the buffalo and learn how mozzarella di buffala is made
- Tour to Gragnano pasta factory and museum
- Visit to ancient Greek temples and the lost city of Pompeii or Herculaneum
- Guided walking tour of Naples to understand the ancient city from its Spaccanapoli, the heart and soul of Naples with its narrow streets, interesting stores, cafes and markets to the palaces and renown National Archeology museum.
- We’ll explore the region’s best pastries from sfogliatelle to BABAs
- Pizza night in Naples, the birthplace of pizza
- Visit to a small village on the Amalfi Coast renowned for its hand painted ceramics
- Breakfast, lunches and dinners are included in this tour
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