Antica Cucina

Cooking Tour

Join Aurelio in the Kitchen and Andee on the picturesque provincial roads of Lucca, Barga, and the Garfagnana.

During this 8 day culinary adventure, explore the ancient food culture and the unique beauty of Lucca Province. Revitalize your perspective on farm-to-table living by getting to know families who have been living this way for centuries. We'll guide you deep into the culinary traditions of Lucca and Tuscany, exploring kitchen culture and the local food community.

Experience the Art of Enjoyment that is at the heart of Tuscan cooking and living!

Highlights

  • Lucca, Barga, Garfagnana, Chianti

  • Join fellow food and wine enthusiasts for a week of dining, tasting, and good company.

    Indulge in memorable dining experiences in the region's best ristoranti, trattorie, enoteche, and osterie.

  • Work in the kitchen with Aurelio Barattini, renowned Tuscan cook and owner of theAntica Locanda di Sesto.

  • Baking class with Barga's Paolo Lucchesi

    Insider’s Tasting Tour of Barga

    Wine tasting excursion in Chianti

    Cheese-making demo and tasting tour

    Salumi-making class and tasting tour

Included

  • 7 nights accommodation in Lucca's historic center.

  • All private ground transportation during the trip as detailed in the itinerary.

  • All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners (3 meals as cooking instruction)

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Registration

  • Starting at $6,995 per person

    $600 Single Supplement

    Groups of 6 or more travelers

  • February 16 - 23, 2025

  • Send an email to andee@travelingnative.com to inquire about availability for your private group during the following time periods:

    January - June

    September - November