Many people struggle with the time and effort it takes to plan a unique and memorable Italian vacation. I curate one of a kind culinary adventures in Italy so that you can focus on enjoying their vacation instead of worrying about it.
When you're planning the trip of a lifetime, you want everything to be perfect. And there's always a risk that it wont turn out the way you planned. What are you risking by planning your own vacation?
There's a lot wrong with current culinary tours being offered on the Internet. For one thing, many are offered by large agencies and it's impossible to know whom you will be spending your week with. Smaller agencies in Italy are also a hit or miss. Is your guide an authentic Italian, or a student visiting Italy? How can you be sure that they have your best travel experience in mind? Should you worry that agencies such as these may not understand your needs as a US traveler?
- Imagine getting to your dream hotel, only to realize that your reservation for 7/12/2021 is actually for December 7th, not July 12th, because Italy has a day/month/year format.
- You could arrive at your much anticipated cooking class to find that they completely missed your seafood allergy and your entire menu is seafood.
- Or, you could get kicked off the train to Venice from Florence, even if you have a ticket! But did you validate it at the station before boarding? If not, you will most certainly be asked to disembark.
- How about getting to the rental agency and guess what, they only have stick shift available and you haven’t driven a stick shift since, well, ever. How difficult can it be, you ask. As you try to maneuver your way up those Tuscany hills, your car suddenly starts going backwards. You look at your partner in sheer terror you think, this was all a bad idea!
A week is a long time to spend with a stranger,
and you don't want to feel like a number.
When you travel with me, you get the best of both worlds - I'm a native Italian and I've live in the US. We'll be in contact from the beginning to the end of the entire experience so by the time we get there we won't feel like strangers.
I've personally vetted the chefs, local guides, and ground personnel to ensure that your needs are met every step of the way. You need someone who's been there and done that, before you do.
I've personally vetted the chefs, local guides, and ground personnel to ensure that your needs are met every step of the way. You need someone who's been there and done that, before you do.
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ESCORTED TOURS
Enjoy a worry-free culinary adventure led by Francesca, a native Italian, culinary instructor and Italian travel expert. |
DONE FOR YOU VACATION
Your trip to Italy, your way. Designed with your preferences in mind, allow us to do all the research. All you have to do is pack. |
VIRTUAL COOKING CLASSES
Join us at one of our upcoming virtual cooking classes, or create your own customized class. |
Benvenuti!
My business started before I actually started a business. For my entire life, I have had one passion, which is Italy. As a native, it’s where I feel most at home, most complete and most at peace. My entire life while growing up and during my years working in corporate America, I would plan people’s vacations, where to go, what to see, what to do, down to where to get the best cappuccino and gelato. Over the years I've spent hours each week detailing all the must-sees and also as important, what to avoid.
With all my travels now reduced to just once a year, a dream emerged where I could be my own boss doing exactly what I loved, traveling to Italy and bringing folks with me along the way. I wanted people to not only travel to Italy, but travel with me, a native of this great land, and showcase my version of this incredibly beautiful country. Everyone’s version of Italy is different based on their upbringing and mine is a blended version of being a native, yet having lived many years in the US.
From my travels, I picked up just what the US traveler wants from their experience. We think we all want something different when we travel but what we really want is connection. Connection to the locals, to the culture, to the food, to the history, mostly to feel connected to themselves again. There is nothing that brings me greater joy than showcasing my native land to American (particularly first time) visitors.
My business started before I actually started a business. For my entire life, I have had one passion, which is Italy. As a native, it’s where I feel most at home, most complete and most at peace. My entire life while growing up and during my years working in corporate America, I would plan people’s vacations, where to go, what to see, what to do, down to where to get the best cappuccino and gelato. Over the years I've spent hours each week detailing all the must-sees and also as important, what to avoid.
With all my travels now reduced to just once a year, a dream emerged where I could be my own boss doing exactly what I loved, traveling to Italy and bringing folks with me along the way. I wanted people to not only travel to Italy, but travel with me, a native of this great land, and showcase my version of this incredibly beautiful country. Everyone’s version of Italy is different based on their upbringing and mine is a blended version of being a native, yet having lived many years in the US.
From my travels, I picked up just what the US traveler wants from their experience. We think we all want something different when we travel but what we really want is connection. Connection to the locals, to the culture, to the food, to the history, mostly to feel connected to themselves again. There is nothing that brings me greater joy than showcasing my native land to American (particularly first time) visitors.
You will never forget this trip because I make it my responsibility to make sure your trip is flawless.
JOIN THESE HAPPY TRAVELLERS!
Francesca made sure that needs of EVERYONE in the group were catered to and the very thoughtful day tours and meals went beyond my best expectations. Whether we spent time on architecture, history, cooking, visiting exceptional food producers, restaurants or retailers, each local guide was exceptionally versed in their particular field. - Bill Machanic
My sister and girlfriends really enjoyed our trip to Puglia with Francesca. Because of her knowledge of that region of Italy and her command of the language and her intimate connections with local wine and food enthusiasts, we learned so much. To book another trip to another region of Italy just got added to my bucket list. – Megan O’Block |
Francesca makes you feel like you're spending time with a friend who just happens to know the area. Everyone on the tour chatted, laughed, ate and drank together. We were like family. if you are planning a trip to Italy and want a truly memorable time call Francesca. You won't be disappointed. – Walt Shaughnessy |
My second cookbook is finally here!
Our second cookbook is finally here! Published by RockRidge Press, the book delivers tempting pasta recipes that are sure to please even the pickiest eaters! Pasta in a Pinch: Classic and Creative Recipes Made with Everyday Pantry Ingredients is available on Amazon and wherever books are sold! Get your copy here!
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