Our exquisite warm welcoming staff will guide you through a week of hands-on fun-filled classes with emphasis on the art of fine cooking in a relaxed social environment. You'll learn about the cheeses, wines, and produce of the region and how to use local herbs and spices to prepare authentic dishes. Your schedule also includes exciting excursions to local markets, specialty shops, historical sites, famous regional restaurants, and local villages that specialize in traditional arts and crafts. Villa Lucia Situated in the charming village and nestled in the lush Tuscan countryside with panoramic views of Monte Zano to the south and the towers of Lucca and the Alpe Alpuane to the north, our superb Tuscan villa estate  set within seven acres of private walled gardens. The main structure of Villa Lucia dates back to the year 500, while later additions and beautiful frescoes reflect the artistic period of the 18th century. Recently featured in a book of elegant Lucchesi villas and formal Italianate gardens, the walled garden of the Villa Lucia estate will delight you with its extensive grapevine pergola, ancient grottos and fountains, swimming pools and tennis court. Your day will begin with a breakfast of fruit, pastries, cereal, juice and coffee and depending on your mood you can either dine inside or outside in our beautiful garden. Each day will be a balanced mix of hands on Italian cooking classes, cultural excursions and time to relax and enjoy the beautiful property and surrounding countryside. Each cooking class is followed by lunch or dinner.

Testimonials:

Georgia from Athens: It was a dream trip to me. The settings, the atmosphere and the warmth of the people made me fall in love with Italy. Thank you so much.

Deidra from Indianapolis: I wanted to thank you for your great advice. It was my first trip to Italy and I’m haunted.