Spring 2023
We're planning two 2023 Spring trips in Italy, one including Easter in Rome!
Space is very limited so book now if you'd like to join either trip. See Below for both options.
April 7 to 15, 2023
Easter in Rome
The official Kitchen Table Travel tour starts on Friday, April 7 2023. Please arrive at least one day early to allow for any delays and jet lag so that you can be ready to go that Friday at 10am. We can help you book the hotel that we will be staying at in Rome to simplify things because that's where the tour starts, or you can stay at a hotel of your choice.
Day One
April 7, 2023 Friday
Rome
-We‘ll meet at the hotel at 10am. If you are staying elsewhere the night before, please arrive earlier to get checked in and to drop off your bags. We’ll be starting the day with a walking tour of Rome guided by Marta Rezzano, local sommelier and guide. There’ll be lots of history and culinary delights involved in this fun and lively Roman adventure.
-Full of food and knowledge, you’ll enjoy a bit of free time to wander around the eternal city before we meet up again for an Italian cheese and wine dinner led by a local Roman sommelier.
Included: Lodging, lunch and dinner, and above activities.
Day Two
April 8, 2023 Saturday
Rome
-This morning we’ll visit a traditional Roman indoor market where locals buy their produce, pantry items, meat, cheese, breads, and household goods. We’ll wander the maze of stalls and sample typical treats and learn about Italian foods.
-After, enjoy some free time to take in the sights and sounds of Rome before we meet again for a special tour that will showcase the traditional foods of Easter in Rome.
Included: Lodging, breakfast, lunch and dinner, and above activities.
Day Three
April 9, 2023 Sunday
Rome
-We have tickets to Easter Mass at the Vatican with Il Papa! If you are not Catholic, it’s still worth checking out such a once in a lifetime experience. Easter lunch will follow and then you will have the rest of the day to once again explore all that Rome has to offer during this festive season.
Included: Lodging, breakfast and lunch, and above activities.
Day Four
April 10, 2023 Monday
Casperia
Today we hit the road and head to the countryside for the enchanting medieval village of Casperia where we’ll spend the next few days lodging in a 15th century palazzo. We’ll still be in the region of Lazio, which is famous for its olive oil. We’ll tour some olive groves and taste oils and learn about the history and production of this famous Italian export. A light lunch is included in the tour.
-We’ll have some time to explore Casperia before heading to Grano e Farina, a highly rated and professional level cooking school where we’ll have an incredible dinner prepared for us by the chefs in their own home.
Included: Lodging, breakfast, lunch and dinner, and above activities.
Day Five
April 11, 2023 Tuesday
Casperia
It’s cooking class day with Grano e Farina. We’ll start the day with a visit to a local artisan flour mill. Learn about how and where heirloom grains are grown and how they can be produced to showcase their best qualities. You’ll take some of that flour and use it in your class to make pasta with Julia, a sfoglina, and Pino, a master chef. Pino and Julia are both very involved in the famed Pasta Grannies project and will be able to impart much wisdom from their experiences. We'll all enjoy the beautiful and delicious lunch that everyone has worked to prepare.
-After lunch, you may want to rest a bit before we head to a nearby local village to explore and dine.
Included: Lodging, breakfast, lunch and dinner, and above activities.
Day Six
April 12, 2023 Wednesday
Casperia-Orvieto
Today we start with a hearty breakfast before heading off with Lucio, a local environmentalist, for a nature walk. Lucio is an expert in the natural formations, plants, and history of the area and his nature walks are fun and a decent workout! Because we work so hard on these walks we always follow up with a nice lunch with our guide.
-After bidding farewell to Lazio, we hit the road again and head to the charming ancient hilltop village of Orvieto in the Umbria region. We can check into our hotels and explore the town before meeting for dinner. Orvieto has much to offer including a network of underground caves and famed artwork in their stunning basilica. We’ll be providing you with an Orvieto Card which gives you entry to major attractions.
Included: Lodging, breakfast, lunch and dinner, and above activities.
Day Seven
April 13, 2023 Thursday
Orvieto
After a leisurely morning we’re going to a nearby dairy farm to see how artisan goat cheese is made. We’ll learn the incredible process of the journey from goat to finished product and the skill involved in producing such incredible cheeses. Of course we’ll be tasting everything as well!
-After, we’ll get more free time in Orvieto before meeting up for dinner.
Included: Lodging, breakfast, lunch and dinner, and above activities.
Day Eight
April 14, 2023 Friday
Orvieto
-Today we head to Madonna del Latte, an Umbrian organic winery famous for its rich, volcanic soil for a tour and an early wine tasting with cheese and charcuterie.
-Once we are full of local wines and cheese, we’ll go to Civita di Bagnoregio, an Etruscan hilltop town, accessible only by a pedestrian bridge,
Included: Lodging, breakfast, lunch, and above activities.
Day Nine
April 15, 2023 Saturday
Orvieto-Rome
We bid farewell to Orvieto and on the way to Rome, we will stop at the famed Sacro Bosco in Bomarzo, a famed renaissance statuary garden known for its stone carved “monsters”. Wander the peaceful forest setting and take in the amazing art.
We’ll have a spot of lunch before driving back to Rome
-Tonight we have our farewell dinner!
Included: Lodging, breakfast, lunch and dinner, and above activities.
Notes:
-Airport transfers are not included.
-House wine is included at meals. All other wines and alcoholic beverages are not included.
-April 7, 8, and 9th include some free time in Rome. You can use that time to visit sights such as the Colosseum or museums. You must book tickets in advance for many of these activities. We can direct you to reputable websites for tickets.
-Some of the Rome activities may end up being scheduled differently or slightly changed to accommodate our vendor's schedules and to make the most out of Rome's Easter festivities.
Price - $4200 per person.
A $1000 deposit is required for booking.
Airfare and airport transfers are not included in this price.
Travel Insurance is required to join this trip.
Please see our Terms & Conditions.
Both tours are sold out. Drop us a line if you are interested in joining us Autumn 2023.
April 17 to 24
Culinary Adventures in the Italian Countryside
Day One
April 17, 2023 Monday
Rome
-We begin our adventure in Rome with a guided tour of an indoor market. There’ll be plenty to eat as we explore the stalls selling cheese, vegetables, fruits, meats, fish, housewares, breads, and just about anything else you can eat. Our guide, Marta Rezzano, will speak about culture and history while we chat with some of the vendors.
-Afterwards, enjoy a break before meeting at VinoRoma, a wine studio that specializes in natural wines, for a wine and cheese tasting. We’ll learn about wine in Italy and the natural wine making process.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lodging, Activities.
Day Two
April 18, 2023 Tuesday
Casperia
-We head to the beautiful countryside of the Lazio region to the picturesque medieval village of Casperia, which will be our homebase for a couple of days. We'll be staying at a beautiful 15th century palazzo with incredible views of the valley below. First we’ll tour the village and meet some local artisans, before enjoying a light lunch with wine and local olive oil. Relax for a bit before heading to a bespoke dinner, prepared for us in the chefs’ home.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lodging, Activities.
Day Three
April 19, 2023 Wednesday
Casperia
-Today is a cooking class day with famed Grano e Farina in their country home. Their classes are professional-level, Julia being a pasta expert and Pino, a renowned chef. Both are known for their skills as well as their extensive work on the Pasta Grannies project. You’ll spend the morning learning new techniques in preparation of our lunch. After your hard work we can enjoy some downtime or visit some of the local villages and we'll enjoy a light dinner nearby.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lodging, Activities.
Day Four
April 20, 2023 Thursday
Montepulciano
-Today we head to Tuscany, more specifically, to Montepulciano, a medieval hilltop village surrounded by vineyards with a reputation for incredible reds. But first, we’ll spend our morning with Lucio, a licensed environmentalist, for a fascinating nature walk. When walking with Lucio, we get to learn about the region's landscape and topography and its relationship to Italian people while scoping out some of the wild-grown edible plants that are growing all over. We’ll grab a light lunch on our way to Montepulciano where you can enjoy free time to explore the village before we meet for dinner at one of our favorite restaurants.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lodging, Activities.
Day Five
April 21, 2023 Friday
Florence
-Near Montepulciano, we’ll begin with a tour of an organic, biodynamic farm that produces everything from oil to wine to cheese to the produce that they serve at their own restaurant. We’ll get to learn about sustainable farming in modern times and how drought and a changing climate presents challenges. We'll see the cycle of farm to table before tasting some of their unique cheeses and wines.
-After, we drive to Florence where guests will have free time to get acquainted with magical Firenze before meeting for dinner.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lodging, Activities.
Day Six
April 22, 2023 Saturday
Florence
-Our day will start with a walking street-food tour of Florence. We'll explore markets and talk with vendors and try beloved local treats while supporting local small businesses.
-Enjoy the rest of the day for free time, a great time to check out the Uffizi or Pitti Palace or maybe the statue of David.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Lodging, Activities.
Day Seven
April 23, 2023 Sunday
Florence
-We are working on an art related tour, possibly focused on textiles. Otherwise we’d love to provide you with more free time to view more of Florence’s magic and art. We’ll have a full list of suggestions for you.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Lodging, Activities.
Day Eight
April 24, 2023 Monday
Rome
-It’s our last day and we’ll have a relaxed morning and our farewell lunch before we get the train back to Rome where we say goodbye.
April 25 is departure day.
Price - $3900 per person.
A $1000 deposit is required for booking.
Airfare and airport transfers are not included in this price.
Travel Insurance is required to join this trip.
Please see our Terms & Conditions.