Culinary Vacations
It started with one location. Our beautifully renovated villa with state-of the art kitchen in the Sabina region near Rome combines the best of modern convenience and elegance, but the culinary adventure doesn’t end in the kitchen or even in Sabina! We have pieced together four remarkable trips throughout Italy. Each one is unique. If you’ve visited before, now there are even more reasons to visit us again.
Sabina
Seven-days, six-nights of culinary and cultural vacation combining food, culture, fun, and friendships at our original villa location just outside of Rome.
Sicily
Nine-day, eight-nights spent exploring the undiscovered southern region of Calabria and the beautiful eastern coast of Sicily.
Tuscany
Eight-days, seven-nights experiencing classic Renaissance towns full of medieval charm paired with a cooking experience of a lifetime, which includes a hands-on lesson with a Michelin Star Chef.
Umbria
Eight-days, Seven-nights in the Umbrian countryside at a beautifully restored villa on an estate situated in the middle of vineyards, winery and restored ancient church.
Each location is truly an unforgettable foodie dream vacation, designed for people of all skill levels! Don’t want to cook during one of the lessons? Sit back and enjoy all of the amenities, food, tours and fun.
A Taste of Our Cucina
Authentic Italian culture is the heart of our vacations and food is integral to Italian Culture. Each of our trips combine food, cooking and learning in optimal environments, whether hands on, or demonstrations.
Cooking is the heart of your trip, and all of the kitchens are beautifully setup for an optimal cooking experience. From floor-to-ceiling glass in Sabina to hands-on cooking with Michelin-Star Chef Silvia Baracchi in her restaurant’s kitchen, Falconiere. You’ll be inspired by the natural beauty surrounding these areas as well as the romance, zest for life and friendliness you’ll encounter from our team.
Our Approach
La Cucina Sabina combines the best of what can be learned from professional chefs and local cooks, “nonnas” (grandmothers in Italian). Our local chefs specialize in the traditional as well as more contemporary Italian dishes with regional and seasonal dishes, pasta and of course pizza and gelato. We also feature occasional visiting chefs for a unique experience. Our chefs offer well-rounded, easy to follow cooking lessons so that you will leave with specialty dishes that are easy to prepare but sure to impress your friends.
What’s Included
Each location combines food, culture, exclusive excursions and fun into an experience of a lifetime! You will enjoy access to places and people you would never find on your own. This creates a unique and AUTHENTIC experience that is unforgettable.
Lodging and meals, including wine, coffee and tea are provided during your stay as well as culinary and cultural excursions (some trips offer a meal on your own). We offer four hands-on and or demonstration lessons. Cooking focuses on authentic and contemporary Italian cuisine, taught by our professional chef or local Nonna. We teach regional recipes using seasonal, farm-to-table ingredients including antipasti, fresh pasta, risotto, vegetarian dishes, meats, and seafood dishes, wood-fired pizza , dolci (desserts) and gelato. Not keen on too much cooking? The lessons are optional with plenty of ways to relax and enjoy your time.
Transfers are provided to and from the airport, the main train stations, or centrally located hotels are included.
Dates & Pricing
All-inclusive vacation pricing (except air) is listed below. These are the baseline prices. Please note that there is a single supplement for solo travelers. Interested in putting together a group? Contact us for more specific pricing, availability and customization options.
Sabina/Rome
Our Primary Villa Location hosts culinary vacations throughout the Spring and Fall, and can also host customized vacations and weddings.
Dates: 2024 Dates TBD. Contact us for specific inquiries.
Pricing: Begins at $3,000 per person double occupancy. $3,700 for solo travelers.
Tuscany
2023 Dates: Sept 21-28.
2024 Dates: May 4-11. May 11-18. June 8–15. Sept 21–28. Sept 28–Oct 5.
Oct 19– 26.
Pricing: $5,100 per person double occupancy. $5,700 for solo travelers.
Umbria
Dates: Oct 14-21, 2023.
Pricing: $4,200 per person double occupancy. $5,100 for solo travelers.
Sicily
2024 Dates: April 13th – 20th. April 20th – 27th. Sept 28th – Oct 5th.
Oct 5th – 12th.
Pricing: $4,900 per person double occupancy. $5,800 for solo travelers.
SPECIAL OCCASIONS
Celebrate in Style
Book your custom villa stay and Italian cultural experience today. Packages are available for weddings, family reunions, anniversaries, birthdays, and any other special occasion that requires a truly unique and extraordinary setting.
