.To listen to Stefano Secchi rhapsodize about Piedmont is actually to become persuaded that youu00e2 $ ve been losing out. Florence and also Rome may be splendid places, however as the chef-owner of New York Cityu00e2 $ s Michelin-starred bistro Rezdu00c3 u00b4 ra recognizes, Piedmont is actually certainly one of Italyu00e2 $ s cooking crown jewels (if you like wealthy white wines, fine cheeses, and truffles, that is actually). Neighbored by France to the west, Switzerland to the north, and also Liguria to the south, Piedmont resides in the foothills of the .
The area is home to Italyu00e2 $ s ideal winesu00e2 $ ” the vineyards of the Langhe and also Roero were actually marked a UNESCO Globe Ancestry Siteu00e2 $ ” as well as is actually a leading place for any sort of critical white wine lover. Its Nebbiolo grape is actually completely transformed into rich Barolos and Barbarescos enjoyed everywhere, while the acid and also mineral-rich terroir also creates respectable Gavi as well as Arneis white wines.The home to the Slow Meals movement is actually additionally a fantastic place to appreciate the meals of local area artisans as well as impressive neighborhood produce. Taste the white truffles of Alba, Alpine mountain cheeses, cured meats, hazelnutsu00e2 $ ” taken into consideration through a lot of to become the greatest in the worldu00e2 $ ” giandujotti delicious chocolates, agnolotti or tajarin pasta, and also profuse meals like meat braised in Barolo.
With each other they give the splendid active ingredients for a memorable gastronomic experience.This food by Chef Secchi (porcini gnocchi along with butter sauce) is actually an ode to an identical development at Il Centro, a restaurant in Priocca, Piedmont.Photograph by Paola + MurrayWhile the food items as well as a glass of wine are actually identified, therefore also is the regionu00e2 $ s feel. Piedmont keeps an exquisite dignified attraction along with historical castles and royal residences that populate the garden as well as streetscapes and also is especially charming in the loss as the fallen leaves turn.The plan has been actually curated by Michelin-starred chef Stefano Secchi, that resided as well as worked in Piedmont as well as carries a substantial know-how of the region and also deeper connections with the areau00e2 $ s chefs, wine makers, and producers. This are going to be Secchiu00e2 $ s 2nd time hosting a Culinary Escape to Piedmont after a sold-out adventure in November 2023.
To learn more concerning his enthusiasm as well as excitement for premium elements, watch him in action at his famous bistro, Rezdu00c3 u00b4 ra, which was actually recently called among the 10 absolute best Italian dining establishments in the world.HighlightsDelve into the culinary richness of Piedmont along with gourmet chef Stefano Secchi, who are going to present you to cooks and also winemakers he knows personally.Sample the wealthy wines of Piedmont at outstanding wineries including Marchesi di Barolo.Dine at several Michelin-starred restaurants featuring Allu00e2 $ Enoteca and Ristorante Del Cambio.Experience Slow Food at its own finest in the area where it was actually born: dining on charming local items from Castelmagno cheese to truffles to hazelnuts.Join a delicious chocolate manufacturer for a trip of the creation process, adhered to through a tasting.Take a delicate walk through the rainforest in search of truffles.Enjoy the arcaded area of Turin along with its own sophisticated historical cafu00c3 u00a9 s and also great cuisine.Pricing and DetailsRead on for the full retreat plan. In the meantime, some key information: Dates: October 18u00e2 $ ” 25, 2025Deposit: $thousand per visitor (required upon booking to safeguard a place) Rate: $7,990 (dual occupancy) $8,790 (single occupancy) Lodging: Turin’s 5-star Grand Accommodation SiteaTo manual your excursion: Go to here or even refer to as 1-877-298-9677Questions?: Reservations@academic-travel.com or 1-877-298-9677Terms and also conditionsItineraryDay 1 (Oct 18): Invite to TurinArrive at Turinu00e2 $ s flight terminal as well as transmission to the area center.Check into the hotel, found in the historic facility of Turin.Take a quick strolling excursion along the arcaded streets, by means of the stunning piazze and past the famous cafu00c3 u00a9 s and also exquisite boutiques.Attend a welcome supper at Magazzino 52, where the cook takes regular Piedmontese seasonal dishes and also gives them a present-day twist.