From the hill towns of Tuscany to the medieval villages of Umbria, Italy is a country full of undiscovered wonders. For some, travel is what happens along the way…the accidental discovery of a family winery, the little bar where they make gelato by hand, or the trattoria where families gather on a Sunday afternoon for homemade pasta.

Epiculinary invites you to discover two of Italy's famous regions on your own. We'll arrange the cooking lessons and the accommodations; you provide the adventuresome spirit. Just imagine the memories and recipes you'll come home with.

LUCCA

Stay in a 17th century villas outside the walls of Lucca. You'll learn to cook with an incredible chef who has a lifetime of culinary experience to share. Some of the dishes you'll prepare include fresh pasta with sauce, roasted meats, farro soup and cantucci. Guided visits of Siena and surrounding villas and wine cellars are included in the package.

CHIANTI COOKING AND WINE TOUR

Enjoy three nights at a charming bed and breakfast in the town of Civitella Valdichiana in the heart of Chianti wine country.  The B&B is located in the main square of the ancient village and is furnished with antique Tuscan furniture. Rooms feature private baths and statellite television. In the mornings you'll prepare classic Tuscan cuisine in hands-on lessons with the chef of the tavern. Lessons are followed by lunch. In the afternoons, we'll arrange visits to nearby wineries for wine and olive oil tastings.