Food & Wine Holiday Ideas

The Umbria Chapter

Do you love Italy but are keen to experience something away from the beautiful but crowded cities of Rome and Florence?  The Umbrian Chapter will take you to Umbria, the green heart of Italy.  On this specially curated program you will stay in a luxury villa for seven nights and each day experience the wonders of the region with an insider’s guide to its history, art, food and wine.

The dates for 2020 are September 26 – October 3.   AUD $6,000  per person twin share (all inclusive except airfares).  Singles AUD $8,000.
Click for more information Itinerary – The Umbria Chapter

SeaDream Yacht Club | Wine Voyages

SeaDream sails to some of the most beautiful ports in the Mediterranean.  With a SeaDream Wine Voyage, you can expand or even begin your knowledge through the intricate world of wine. Days are filled with wine tastings and guided tours to the origins of some of the finest wine in the world.
Exclusive wine tastings are followed by the Winemaker’s Dinner, where SeaDream Executive Chef’s degustation menu is complimented with only the best and most unforgettable reds, whites and champagne the visiting Winemaker.  Unique land adventures are exciting, additional excursions to fill your days with unforgettable experiences such as hunting for truffles and strolling around local markets on SeaDream’s Signature Chef Walk.  Sound interesting? Give us a call to find out more.

Silversea | Culinary Voyages

Enjoy guided market to plate excursions with Silversea chefs and gather a fantastic insight to the area and culture of the area.  Join the talented culinary team as they share their expertise through special menus, cooking demonstrations and dinners that highlight regional specialties.  With exclusive onboard and shoreside interactive gastronomic experiences, these voyages are a rare opportunity to enjoy select food and wine will surely whet the appetite of any epicurean.
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Hedonistic Hiking | All-Inclusive Guided Gourmet Walking Holidays in Italy and Beyond

Hedonistic Hiking is passionate about three things: food, wine & walking. Their small group (max 16) guided gourmet hiking tours in destinations including Tuscany, Umbria, Piedmont, the Italian Alps & Lakes, Slovenia, Abruzzo, Southern Italy, France, Austria and south-east Australia.  Tours take guests off the beaten track to experience the heart and soul of each region.  A mix of fine dining experiences in a variety of local restaurants, along with gourmet picnic lunches, ensures that you taste the very best food and wine the regions have to offer.  Given the beautiful landscapes explored on foot the tours are a true feast for all the senses.  Hedonistic Hiking is eco-certified, and the commitment to sustainability means guests support the local economy through their travels.

Hidden Italy | Guided Walking Tours to Italy

With a focus on fine food and wines of the region, boutique accommodation and exceptional walking, the pace is relaxed giving plenty of time to soak up the local atmosphere.

Food must be a highlight of any visit to Italy – the history and character of each region is best captured in its unique cuisine, which has evolved over centuries and is based on fresh, local and seasonal ingredients.  All the restaurants you visit have been chosen to introduce you to the finest regional cuisine, from sophisticated ristoranti of the bigger towns to the simpler homecooking of the country trattorie.  Of course, some of the most memorable meals are the simplest – eg outdoor picnic lunches based on the best local produce.