Traditional Italian Cooking Lessons in Tuscany

Discover the magic of Italian cuisine on this fabulous cooking holiday to Tuscany. Enjoy hands on cooking lessons with real life Italian chefs, learning how to prepare local dishes using authentic recipes and wholesome ingredients. All lessons are conducted in your hotel, the beautiful Villa Casagrande. After your cooking lessons enjoy an evening of fun, great food and delicious wine as you taste your way through the traditional Italian dinner you made earlier.

The stunning 13th Century Villa Casagrande is located in the heart of the famous Chianti region. Lovingly restored to its former glory, the villa offers superb facilities including a relaxing swimming pool and stylish Wellness Centre. Set in Figline Valdarno, a medieval village offering an array of restaurants, cafes and boutique shops, the Villa Casagrande is located a short train ride from the fascinating city of Florence and close to the largest Designer Outlet in Italy.

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Tour Dates	Duration	Price	Highlights
17th - 20th April 2010 ---- 15th - 18th May 2010 ---- 12th - 15th June 2010	4 Days ---- 4 Days ---- 4 Days	€750 --- €750 --- €750	Tuscany Cooking Course with authentic Italian Chefs

Your Tour Price Includes:

• Return flights from Dublin to Bologna with Aer Lingus.
• Airport and flight taxes and charges totalling €92.24.
• Executive return coach transfers from the airport to the hotel
• Meet and Greet at Bolonga Airport on arrival and at Villa Casagrande on departure.
• 3 nights accommodation at Villa Casagrande. Includes bed and breakfast. Based on twin share. (www.hotelvillacasagrande.com)
• 2 afternoons of traditional Italian cooking lessons based on the preparation of the seasonal dishes of Tuscany. Following lessons enjoy the meal you prepared accompanied by locally produced wines.
• Wine tasting in the original wine cellar of Villa Casagrande.
• Free use of hotel swimming pool.
• Free time for sightseeing and shopping of your own choice including a possible visit to the
  beautiful city of Florence or to Italy's premier designer outlet centre located nearby.
  

Booking Information:

• Inclusive of all taxes and service charges as indicated.
• Price is inclusive of baggage check-in fee for 1 standard piece of luggage per person.
• Single supplement: €45.00 per person per night.
• Optional insurance: €18.00 (conditions apply).
• A non-refundable / non transferable deposit of €250.00 per person is required at time of booking (by laser, cheque or credit card).
• Balance is due 8 weeks prior to departure.
• A minimum number of 16 persons must book on this tour for it to proceed.