Immerse yourself in the authentic slow food, wine, and culture of Borgo a Mozzano and Garfagnana. Discover the secrets of making a great Aperitivo, explore a historic Palazzo, visit a local winery, and hear the legend of the Devil’s Bridge.
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Via Umberto I, 143 - The Garfagnana and Mid Serchio Valley started in the year 1000. This is the land of the mountains and farm to table food. In this area we use local ingredients and products. The area lives consistently in Slow Food and Lifestyle. My friend Sandra Rigali who is a painter in Barga, refers to the area as “Where Time Flows Slowly By”.
I have lived in this area since 1994 and want you to experience the food and the people of this area of medieval hilltop towns.
Come with me to walk the streets of Borgo a Mozzano, my local community and meet the people. Then we will visit the Vinery, where you will taste the wine and choose and cork your own bottle the old fashioned way. Then we will go to the local Macelleria and choose the local products of the area. Then I will show you how to create a the perfect aperitivo drink and create the aperitivo board, so you can enjoy the art of Slow Food and Lifestyle.
- A bottle of your choice of local white or red wine
- A glass of Aperol Spritz
- Private transportation
- Crostini - Learn the art of crostini in Italy, we will make 3 different toppings. Create these at home with authentic Italian recipes.
- Wood Serving Board with Italian Appetizers - Create your own antipasto board from quality ingredients from our local store. We will then enjoy our creations together. Along with our wine.
- Let’s Make Spritz and More - Everyday you see Italians stopping for a Spritz. I will teach you the correct way to make this and a few variations, you may not know.
- Semifreddo the real hand made ice cream - Taste the best original ice cream with pistachio. This is the perfect and easy to make dessert for the summer.
Discover the art of preparing an excellent Aperitivo in the serene woodland of Garfagnana, a place where time seems to have a pause. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city to visit a historic 1200s Palazzo, complete with original flooring and chestnut ceilings. During your visit, you’ll get a glimpse of life in a small, non-touristic town. As we stroll through the town and interact with its inhabitants, I’ll educate you about its culture and traditions. We’ll stop at a local winery, a favorite spot among locals who bring their bottles to buy wine. Experience corking your own bottle of wine in a traditional, age-old method. We’ll also explore the Devil’s Bridge where I’ll narrate its legend to you. Finally, we’ll relish our antipasto at the kitchen table, overlooking the mountains as we share stories.
- Not advisable for children to attend
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
