Cooking courses in historic hotels |
For visitors wishing to enjoy a trail fo taste, our Dimore D'Epoca have decided to reveal the secrets of their cookery.
Cooking lessons in the historic residences will help get in close contact with the gastronomic tradition and culture of your holiday destination.
With the help and advice of experienced chefs you will learn about regional and international cuisine from a completely different perspective. |
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 | Montemaggiore al Metauro (Pesaro-Urbino) | select * | Montemaggiore al Metauro, an ancient village in Marche, hosts an integrated multi-building hotel, where time seems to have come to a standstill: it is called 2 Campanili Relais and is the result of the careful restoration of some of the vi... | |
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 | Lugo di Romagna (Ravenna) | select * | Housed in an eighteenth-century palace, the Ala d’Oro Hotel is in the heart of Lugo’s historic centre. The comfort of a modern hotel is combined with the traditional local hospitality of Romagna and more than 50 years of family ownersh... | |
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 | Polesine P.se (Parma) | select * | The old fortified castle built by the Marquises Pallavicino in 1320 is a place where love for good food and local produce has always been a distinctive mark. The magnificent cellars are the extraordinary curing and ageing h... | |
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 | Salsomaggiore Terme (Parma) | select * | Tabiano Castle, which dates from the 11th century, was a military stronghold of the powerful Pallavicino family. It has recently been restored and turned into a relais de charme. The rooms are housed in the watch-tower and in the original main res... | |
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 | Monte Petriolo (Perugia) | select * | A residential complex set in the heart of the green countryside of Umbria created by the Counts Rossi Scotti in the early 19th century and recently wisely restored in keeping with the original layout, with the Castle as master residence, the hamle... | |
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 | Radda in Chianti (Siena) | select * | In the heart of Chiantishire, the territory where “Gallo Nero” Chianti Classico is produced, Borgo di Vescine has kept its original structure of medieval village intact and is harmoniously set within lovely natural surroundings of gent... | |
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 | Sovicille (Siena) | select * | Borgo Il Poggiaccio is a historical 14th-century hamlet nestled between Siena and San Gimignano, which has recently been renovated without spoiling its magical mediaeval atmosphere. The 14 apartments, which vary in size from 40 to 160 sq m, are re... | |
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 | Monteriggioni (Siena) | select * | A beautiful, carefully restored 17th century rural village tucked away amid the gently rolling Chianti hills, surrounded by a splendid natural park of over 60,000 sqm , houses Relais Borgo San Luigi, a four-star dream hotel for lovers of nature, a... | |
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 | Assisi (Perugia) | select * | Castello di Petrata, a 14th century imposing fortress, rises on top of a sunny, peaceful plateau, only 6 kilometres away from Assisi. Here, in the heart of green Umbria, the view is breathtaking and sweeps from St Francis Basilica to Rocca Alborno... | |
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 | Calatabiano (Catania) | select * | Aprincely late-17th century Baroque residence, Castello di San Marco has recently been re-opened to offer lavish hospitality in prestigious, distinctive ambience. After passionate and careful historical research and exquisite refurbishment carried... | |
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 | Gaiole in Chianti (Siena) | select * | The Castle, which dates from the year 1000, is nestled on a hillside amid cypresses, vineyards and olive groves and offers lavish accommodation in elegant suites. The furniture is antique and the rooms have air conditioning, minibar and telephone.... | |
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 | Vigoleno di Vernasca (Piacenza) | select * | Incanto e natura, storia e arte si fondono nel Castello di Vigoleno, racchiuso dalle mura merlate di un suggestivo borgo dell’Appennino, tra boschi e vigneti, ad un’ora da Milano e da Bologna. Il Castello ospita oggi un’accoglien... | |
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 | Vignieu (France) | select * | Lush green French countryside, intimate, relaxing atmosphere, warm welcome, impeccable service and top comfort: you have chosen, no doubt, Château de Capeau Cornu, the hotel de charme to enjoy your holidays in the Rhône-Alps region. Th... | |
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 | Sestri Levante (Genoa) | select * | The magic of a splendid secluded bay, the charm of the narrow lanes in the historic centre, the enchanting surroundings and a pleasantly surprising climate... Hotel Miramare is the perfect place for a charming break or holiday to enjoy relaxation ... | |
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 | Radda in Chianti (Siena) | select * | A mediaeval building dating from the 15th century, rich in ancient decorations and original Art Nouveau frescoes, houses Hotel Palazzo San Niccolò. The hotel is located at the very heart of the historic centre of Radda in Chianti, a charmin... | |
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 | Bagnara di Romagna (Ravenna) | select * | Close to such importance centres as Imola and Faenza and a short distance from Bologna and Ravenna, La Locanda di Bagnara is a historical building dating from the 18th century in the heart of the splendid fortified village of Bagnara di Romagna, w... | |
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 | Castellammare di Stabia (Naples) | select * | Superior four-star La Medusa Grand Hotel is a wisely restored lovely, romantic late 19th century villa enjoying a breathtaking view over the Gulf of Naples, with the Vesuvius and the wonderful islands of Capri and Ischia. At the heart of a luxuria... | |
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 | Ostuni (Brindisi) | select * | A sudden, heady sensation of wellbeing welcomes guests to this splendid 16th century “masseria” (farmhouse), with all senses wrapped in a special atmosphere created by such pleasant details as the bright white hue of the stone silhouet... | |
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 | Parma | select * | The elegant subdued reddish-brown 18th century façade is in tune with the aristocratic mansion which has stood there since 1222 and where Salimbene de Adam, the greatest medieval chronicler, was born. A part of the residence has now been lo... | |
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 | Colle di Val d'Elsa (Siena) | select * | Palazzo San Lorenzo is a modern hotel featuring 55 rooms, wellness centre and restaurant, housed in a prestigious building which used to be a hospital built by the Usimbardi family in 1635. It is beautifully located, half-way between Siena and Flo... | |
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 | Monforte d'Alba (Cuneo) | select * | We at Relais Di Vino are pleased to welcome visitors to Monforte d’Alba, at the very heart of a generous land with distinctive flavours and aromas, especially of wine, which has shaped the history of these rolling hills for generations. Each... | |
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 | Campertogno (Vercelli) | select * | Relais San Rocco is beautifully set in a picturesque 18th century village in the heart of upper Valsesia, at the foot of Mount Rosa. The prestigious 19th century villa has been carefully restored and brought back to its original splendour, harmoni... | |
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 | Subbiano (Arezzo) | select * | An ancient 12th century monastery hospital, Torre Santa Flora used to be a resting place for legionaries and passers-by. The traditional heritage of warm hospitality has therefore been fully restored. 15 individual rooms (some with fireplace and h... | |
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 | Bagno a Ripoli (Florence) | select * | Nestled on the green hills around Florence, yet only ten minutes away from the historic centre, the Relais is housed in a splendidly restored 14th century villa, close to prestigious Ugolino golf club. The hotel, which features coffer ceilings and... | |
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 | Noli (Savona) | select * | The large architectural complex known as “Bishop’s Palace of Noli” is living proof of the evolution of very ancient dwellings that housed the Bishops of Noli from 1239 until 1820. The buildings, which reached the height of their ... | |
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 | Gaiole in Chianti (Siena) | select * | Casa al Vento is a charming medieval hamlet in the heart of Chianti, few miles away from Siena, surrounded by vineyards, olive trees and wood. The Borgo, elegantly restored by the Gioffreda family, is the ideal venue for lovers of nature, sport, g... | |
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 | Sant'Angelo in Formis - Capua (Caserta) | select * | Tenuta San Domenico is a recently restored 18th century estate brought back to its ancient splendour in the verdant countryside of Campania near Capua. The main building rises at the core of a magnificent 10 hectare-wide park studded with flower s... | |
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 | Todi (Perugia) | select * | One of the buildings constituting a fortified system around the town of Todi, Torre Almonte rises on top of a gentle hill and enjoys a stunning view over the surrounding countryside. The tower, originally built in the 12th century, was widened the... | |
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 | Pisticci (Matera) | select * | A few steps from the picturesque town of Pisticci, the 4 star Torre Fiore Hotel Masseria is housed in a carefully restored military outpost dating from the 16th century. This historical “masseria”, whose main building used to host the ... | |
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 | Manziana (Rome) | select * | Villa Clodia is a prestigious late 19th century residence, which can boast an enviable panoramic view of both Lake and Castle Bracciano and of the ancient Roman Aqueduct. It is splendidly set in the quiet centre of Manziana, a stone’s throw ... | |
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 | Ravello (Salerno) | select * | Ideally located in the town centre, between Villa Rufolo, the main square and Villa Cimbrone, Hotel Villa Maria lavishly offers its visitors the romantic atmosphere of charming Ravello: a wide window opening onto a stunning seascape… the mo... | |
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 | Spoleto (Perugia) | select * | On a hilltop a few kilometres from Spoleto, in the heart of green Umbria, Villa Pianciani overlooks the surrounding landscape and offers a breathtaking view of Assisi, Montefalco, Spello and Spoleto. The villa is an elegant late 18th century mansi... | |
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 | Colle di Val D'Elsa (Siena) | select * | The historical noble residence, splendidly set amid the gentle Chianti hills, has been turned into a charming three-star hotel which preserves all the evocative fascination of the past, to offer its guests an elegant and exclusive stay. The villa ... | |
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Historic housesinspiring the mostextraordinary sensations |
