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 can not stop talking about our trip with our friends as we LOVED every minute. Visiting a new city every day was exciting. With Francesca's expertise, we were immersed in our new experiences, culinary cooking classes, tours, restaurants, shopping and culture. ...[Read More]

Cindy & Ron DiVincenzo

Amalfi, 2023

Francesca is not a "typical" tour guide. She is a master at providing exceptional experiences for travelers! Passionate, Attentive, Responsive, Available 24/7. It is a testament to her that we booked another trip for 2025 with Lazy Italian Culinary Adventures, just a few weeks after returning home to the US. ...[Read More]

Ann & Gary Fasano

Amalfi, 2024

Thank you Francesca for your diligent work in organising us and your friendship was fantastic....[Read More]

Lorraine & Richard Lorrich

Sicily 2026

I traveled with Francesca last September on the Puglia adventure. I am a solo traveler. Usually I make all my own arrangements and shy away from tour groups. However, the laid back approach taken by Francesca in planning events and sites to visit transforms her trips into intimate group happenings. ...[Read More]

Thomas Marallo

Puglia, 2023

We recently returned from Francesca's culinary tour of Tuscany.  Simply amazing.  The tour is an endless stream of delights, from hidden towns all over Tuscany, one more beautiful than the next, to an amazing variety of Tuscan food, all home cooked! ...[Read More]

Bob and Candi Orsi

Tuscany, 2024

Where do I begin? My husband and I recently returned from the Amalfi Coast with Francesca. AMAZING! Francesca planned everything to the T! Great restaurants, fabulous cooking classes, wonderful accommodations....[Read More]

Tiffany & Mark Corroa

Amalfi, 2023

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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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