Morning lessons are combined with trips to the market and afternoon excursions, plus of course an introduction to the wonderful world of Armagnac itself, often preferred by connoisseurs over the best Cognacs. These schools are close to the Chianti Classico region of Tuscany, and are easily combined with either our scheduled tours or self-drive programs based in Chianti. Montecatini Terme Lucy Luhan is an old friend of ours from Newport Beach, California. Lucy has returned to her restored farmhouse 20 minutes west of Florence. Here she hosts one of the most informal and FUN cooking schools you'll ever be lucky enough to visit.
Programs run throughout the spring, summer and fall seasons.
Villa Delia, Ripoli di Lari Umberto Mehghi is another great chef, this time from Vancouver where he owns several restaurants. Close to Pisa, there are again many places of interest which are scheduled as part of the cooking program. There are also special cooking and golf programs, and the Chianti region is not far away. Tours are all different throughout the year, so if you're looking for a full-on kitchen education or are already a food professional, call us for details.