CULINARY TOUR
TASTE OF THE LAKES

Fall 2026 “Slow” Culinary Tour
October 4 – October 11, 2026

Join me for an unforgettable tour of Italy’s fabled Lakes District. I am once again teaming up with my friends at  Beautiful Liguria for this one-of-a-kind insiders’ tour of Italy’s northern lakes through a culinary and cultural lens.

This week-long small-group tour begins in historic, romantic Verona. We will make our way into Valpolicella wine country and then continue to the picturesque villages and enchanting isles around Lake Como.

Italy’s lake country has delighted travelers for centuries. We will explore these places from a local’s perspective, steering clear of overcrowded areas, meeting food artisans and wine makers, and learning about the unique foodways of this swath of the north.

To give you the best experience possible, we are limiting this tour to a maximum of 10 participants. If you are interested in joining, please contact me here

I’ve teamed up with my friends at Beautiful Liguria to create custom culinary tours for small groups in and around the region. Our tours are designed with an eye towards sustainability (no big groups, no big buses!) and are aimed at travelers who are seeking a deeper, immersive experience in Italy. 

HIGHLIGHTS

* Private guided walking food and culture tour of Verona

* Exploring the hills and wines of Valpolicella, with lunch in an historic village

* Day trip and cooking class in the fairy-tale medieval village Borghetto sul Mincio

* Private boat tour of Lake Garda

* Private boat tour of Lake Como, with a traditional lake fish lunch at a local village

* Sojourn at Lake Orta, with visits to Lake Maggiore, Isola Bella, and Isola dei Pescatori

* Private tour of the famous Guffanti cheese caves

* Exploring Orta San Giulio and its wines

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or for more information.