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A message from Daniel!
Those of you who have joined me in culinary classes across
the United States have long enjoyed the foods and traditions shared. My
classes are a result of years of passionate travel and extensive research
within Italy. I am always asked...How can we duplicate your exciting Italian
culinary travel experiences? In response, I have created… La Villa
Cucina!
La Villa Cucina, my unique full participation
culinary travel program integrates the popular villa holiday with a culinary
school vacation. This year La Villa Cucina celebrates its
second decade of culinary travel! To celebrate, all new programs and
destinations!
I will start the 2010 Spring travel season exploring the
beautiful region of Tuscany with my new Tuscan Treasures! This
program includes a visit to the island of Elba, four full participation
culinary classes and more than 7 visits with tastings to some of Tuscany’s
most exclusive producers.
Late Summer includes a new Micro-Holiday California
Dreamin’, here we explore the wine regions of Napa & Sonoma Valleys
in beautiful Northern California.
Autumn…I end our season of travel with Autumn in
Umbria!
On request for groups of 8 or more, The Splendors of
Sicily, join me as we explore one of Italy’s most exotic regions. A
multi city escorted tour, as only La Villa Cucina can offer!
This program includes everything La Villa Cucina has been
known to offer…we will even tour a volcano!
The multi-session culinary programs take place in the
villa’s professional kitchen. Class size is limited to twelve guests in
order to ensure personalized attention and optimal comfort. Menus and
methods reflect "La Cucina Regionale Italiana," emphasizing the use of
authentic ingredients and classic culinary techniques. All classes are
taught in English. A typical class begins with a brief introduction of the
day's recipes and ingredients. Students are then divided into groups, each
responsible for a specific dish for the day's multi-course menu. Classes run
for approximately four hours, followed by lunch (or dinner) when the day's
culinary creations, complete with wine, are served in an elegant dining
room.
Clearly, a culinary travel program would not be complete
without travel! Full and half-day excursions to important Tuscan and Umbrian
hill towns and cities are planned. Predetermined trips include visits to
local restaurants and markets. Artisans who specialize in food, wine and
ceramics show us their centuries old customs and ways.
I invite you to join me as we celebrate the seasons of
Italian cooking and culture. Experience the abundance of Italy in the
company of old friends and new acquaintances.
Daniel Rosati, Founder |
