Known poetically as the green heart of Italy, the rugged region of Umbria is dominated by the Apennine Mountains. It is among this verdant and pastoral landscape that visitors will find rich chocolate kisses in the Umbrian capital of Perugia, and some of the world's best olive oil in the hillside towns of Spoleto and Trevi, making the region a paradise for indulgent gourmet travelers.
Guided by the truffle hunter Francesco and his faithful dogs, look for your truffle in the Umbrian woods, then enjoy it within the walls of a splendid medieval castle.
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Come spending a lovely day tasting fresh and fragrant products of the Umbrian gastronomy, and then lose yourself among the spectacular images, colors, scents and fragrances of our beautiful countryside! You will enjoy of a fantastic view of the valley of Assisi and you will be free to walk in the middle of organic vineyards and centuries old olive groves and breath pristine Umbrian air!
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If you want always to understand how to recognize an high quality extra virgin olive oil: this is the tour for you! You will visit secular olive groves and discover the differences between organic and conventional farming. Then you will attend a private guided tasting of different extra virgin olive oils and understand the true features of the real "green gold" of Umbria vs the massive production olive oil. During the tasting you will taste also several organic wines made always by Tili winery paired with hot bruschetta, a selection of local cheeses and salami and Umbrian homemade biscotti.
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Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive cooking demo and taste authentic recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down through generations. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee).
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Dive into Assisi like a local foodie. Explore artisanal food shops, tasting as you go. Visit a selection of small local shops, learn about the typical products of the city while tasting them. A delicious way to discover Assisi and its gastronomy!
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You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you too! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta (filled pasta + fresh pasta) from scratch. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture.
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Unique fragrances and sounds will help you relax both body and mind while having a cup of herbal tea, comfortably sitting in a lovely bee house. The bee house is surrounded by olive trees and connected to the hives with absolutely no risks for your own safety. Open up your senses and enjoy the benefits of apitherapy. At the end of the session, you’ll have some tastings of honey & cheese and other delicacies with a glass of wine. Info and tips about apiculture and apitherapy provided by your guide.
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