Get off the beaten path and travel just beyond Tuscany, where the tourist buses can't reach to a land rich in culinary traditions still thriving today. After 15+ years living in the Candigliano Valley we feel at home here and proudly guide our guests to discover & meet the best artisans of our area.
Made in Le Marche:
D.O.C. Wine Tour, Artisan Meat and Cheese Market Tour + 2 Cooking Classes
Celebrating the culinary traditions of Le Marche with a gourmet getaway of five nights, two diverse hands-on cooking classes teaching traditional seasonal recipes of the area, wine tour, castle visit and a behind the scenes market tour. As the seasons change, so does the menu!
The classes are more than just sharing seasonal recipes but understanding how to balance flavors, the why behind the technique and of course, knife skills.
For those of you curious what will be on the menu , it all depends on what's coming out of the garden!
Spring - artichokes, fava, peas...
Summer - tomatoes, zucchini, squash blossoms...
Autumn - mushrooms, pumpkins, peppers
Arrive to a welcome prosecco & aperitivi, meet the fellow guests and enjoy a farm to table feast!
On the second day, relax and settle in! We will visit our tiny village of Piobbico for a walk around town and up to the medieval castle and visit to the internationally famous, Club dei Brutti or the Ugly Club! Those brave enough will be evaluated on your ugliness, not your beauty - it's a small town pride to be part of this club! After the fun we will walk through town to lunch al fresco on the main street, perfect for people watching! That evening the cooking classes begin with two types of pasta (cut & filled) with two season sauces.
The classes are more than just sharing seasonal recipes but understanding how to balance flavors, the why behind the technique and of course, knife skills.
For those of you curious what will be on the menu , it all depends on what's coming out of the garden!
Spring - artichokes, fava, peas...
Summer - tomatoes, zucchini, squash blossoms...
Autumn - mushrooms, pumpkins, peppers
Arrive to a welcome prosecco & aperitivi, meet the fellow guests and enjoy a farm to table feast!
On the second day, relax and settle in! We will visit our tiny village of Piobbico for a walk around town and up to the medieval castle and visit to the internationally famous, Club dei Brutti or the Ugly Club! Those brave enough will be evaluated on your ugliness, not your beauty - it's a small town pride to be part of this club! After the fun we will walk through town to lunch al fresco on the main street, perfect for people watching! That evening the cooking classes begin with two types of pasta (cut & filled) with two season sauces.
Then enjoy an expert guided wine tour and tasting, followed a memorable by lunch with the wine maker! Return to the farmhouse for our famous pizza night!
Day 4, 'feel like a local' and spend the morning with Jason and Ashley eating our way through Apecchio! The first stop is for a lesson on how cheese is aged and meat cured locally, followed by breakfast of charcuterie and wine. We will take a short walk and continue our gazing with a stop for porchetta (whole de-boned pig) at the traveling market. Finishing with an unforgettable lunch at “the hunter’s hideaway” including a behind the scenes tour of their kitchen with the butcher! That evening explore the area or hang out at the farmhouse for a laid back evening of an Italian themed Quiz Nite.
On your last day, visit Urbino, Urbania or even Fano on the Adriatic for a day trip! Then that evening return for Dinner Party Cooking Class followed by a farewell dinner!
Day 4, 'feel like a local' and spend the morning with Jason and Ashley eating our way through Apecchio! The first stop is for a lesson on how cheese is aged and meat cured locally, followed by breakfast of charcuterie and wine. We will take a short walk and continue our gazing with a stop for porchetta (whole de-boned pig) at the traveling market. Finishing with an unforgettable lunch at “the hunter’s hideaway” including a behind the scenes tour of their kitchen with the butcher! That evening explore the area or hang out at the farmhouse for a laid back evening of an Italian themed Quiz Nite.
On your last day, visit Urbino, Urbania or even Fano on the Adriatic for a day trip! Then that evening return for Dinner Party Cooking Class followed by a farewell dinner!
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Sample Menu -Autumn Edition
With each season the menu will change based on what's coming out of our garden. For returning guests we always do our best to not repeat a recipe. Remember the recipes may seem simple at times but we go deep into the 'why', theory & technique behind each dish!
Egg Dough Pasta - Tagliatelle Semolina Dough Pasta - Cavatelli Stuffed Eggplant Lemons in the Oven Sauce of the Moment (oil based) Ragu with Ribs & Borlotti Lavender Panna Cotta with Chocolate Ganache Crostini of Grilled Radicchio with Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena Pappa col Pomodoro - Rustic Tomato Bread Soup Spiedini - Rosemary Skewers with Pancetta wrapped Pork Tenderloin Poached Pears in Red Wine & Rosemary |
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Includes:
(Depending on the weather, pizza night may be changed to a light dinner.) Total = 4400 Euro/Couple or 3,080 Euro Solo Traveler *Ask about the family rate and/or request a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment! *Max of 10 guests |