Experience Italy
With Someone Who
Calls it Home

Small Group Culinary
Adventures Personally
Hosted by Native Italian
Cookbook Author and
Tour Leader
Francesca Montillo

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Welcome! Benvenuti!

Ciao! I’m Francesca Montillo, founder and owner of the award winning travel company Lazy Italian Culinary Adventures. As a proud native Italian, I’ve made it my mission to share the magic of Italy with you—one unforgettable bite at a time! Whether you join one of my signature culinary adventures or opt for a private, custom trip, I’ll be your dedicated Chief Travel Planner and guide. From the first espresso to the last glass of wine, I’ll make sure every detail is taken care of, so you can fully savor the sights, tastes, and unforgettable moments that Italy has to offer.

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Don't put off having
the time of your life
a day longer.

Come, explore Italy with me
for an unforgettable travel experience!

How to Know if You'll Love
Traveling with Us

Come Sapere se Ami Viaggiare Con Noi

You Love Food, Fun & Friends

Get ready to share food and break bread with strangers who will become dear friends and future travel buddies. Traveling with me is like traveling with your long-lost cousin who knows the ins and outs of Italy. I’ll tell you where to shop, where to eat, how to haggle for a discount at the market, and may suggest you don’t order that decaf cappuccino after lunch! Fun is always guaranteed!

Same Home Base for The Week

We're not into hotel hopping or cramming a bunch of to-dos every day. This is not a hop on/hop off tour - this is a culinary adventure. This means you only unpack and pack once, and spend the rest of your valuable time immersing yourself in the Italian culinary culture.

You Can Appreciate Our Travel Philosophy

Our aim is to engage you in regional and local Italian cuisine and culture. You’ll sample local products, meet local cooks and producers, and can appreciate family run establishments, local gems, small shops, and authenticity. You’ll savor every moment you’re traveling with us, both literally and figurately.

We just returned from the Italian Riviera, and had a fabulous time! This was our second tour with Francesca, and once again she out did herself. ...[Read More]

Christine & John Valante

The Italian Riviera, 2025

Thank you for putting together such a fantastic week!! Some of my favorite things were the great group we had, as well all the knowledge of all the tour guides!...[Read More]

Lynda Umbro

Bologna, 2018

You are a wonderful person, and you made us feel like family....[Read More]

James DiGiovanni

Sicily, 2026

Francesca's knowledge, language proficiency, and personal connections within the local hospitality scene elevated our Amalfi Coast journey, offering us special experiences not easily discovered independently. For an insider's experience of Italy's beauty, Francesca is the unmatched choice....[Read More]

Amy Trione, Maya Laungani, Jenny Budhrani

Amalfi, 2023

It was by far the trip of a lifetime. We enjoyed it so much, that we have already signed up for The Italian Riviera trip next May. Thank you Francesca for all your efforts!...[Read More]

Christine & John Valente

Amalfi, 2024

I have gone on two culinary adventures with Francesca, to Calabria and Sicily. The trips were outstanding! On both tours, we ate so much delicious food and drank great wine. Our restaurant meals that Francesca arranged included generous portions, many courses, and really good quality and variety....[Read More]

Mary Mennella

Calabria, 2022, Sicily, 2022

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What to Pack for Italy

Cosa Mettere in Valigia per l'Italia

Everyone is always asking me what they should pack for Italy,
so I’ve created a quick reference guide that you can use for your next trip.

Hint: You don’t need nearly as much as you think you do!

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