.To hear Stefano Secchi rhapsodize about Piedmont is actually to be convinced that youu00e2 $ ve been actually missing out. Florence as well as Rome might be actually wonderful places, but as the chef-owner of New York Cityu00e2 $ s Michelin-starred dining establishment Rezdu00c3 u00b4 ra recognizes, Piedmont is actually absolutely among Italyu00e2 $ s cooking dental crown jewels (if you enjoy abundant glass of wines, alright cheeses, and truffles, that is). Surrounded by France to the west, Switzerland to the north, and also Liguria to the south, Piedmont is in the foothills of the Alps. The location is actually home to Italyu00e2 $ s finest winesu00e2 $ " the vineyards of the Langhe and Roero were assigned a UNESCO World Ancestry Siteu00e2 $ " and also is actually a leading destination for any kind of discriminating a glass of wine lover. Its own Nebbiolo grape is actually improved in to abundant Barolos as well as Barbarescos enjoyed the world over, while the acidic and mineral-rich terroir likewise makes enviable Gavi as well as Arneis white wines.The home to the Slow Meals movement is actually also a fantastic place to enjoy the food items of nearby craftsmens as well as remarkable nearby produce. Test the white colored truffles of Alba, Alpine mountain cheeses, cured chickens, hazelnutsu00e2 $ " considered through lots of to be the best in the worldu00e2 $ " giandujotti dark chocolates, agnolotti or even tajarin spaghetti, and hearty recipes like meat braised in Barolo. Together they provide the exquisite substances for an extraordinary gastronomic experience.This recipe by Cook Secchi (porcini gnocchi along with butter sauce) is actually a lyric to a similar development at Il Centro, a restaurant in Priocca, Piedmont.Photograph through Paola + MurrayWhile the food items and also red wine are actually differentiated, so as well is actually the regionu00e2 $ s feel. Piedmont maintains an elegant distinguished charm along with historic fortress and palaces that populate the landscape as well as streetscapes as well as is actually particularly attractive in the autumn as the leaves turn.The travel plan has actually been actually curated by Michelin-starred cook Stefano Secchi, that lived and functioned in Piedmont and brings a substantial know-how of the area along with deeper hookups along with the areau00e2 $ s chefs, wine makers, as well as producers. This will certainly be actually Secchiu00e2 $ s second time holding a Culinary Retreat to Piedmont after a sold-out adventure in Nov 2023. To find out more concerning his interest as well as interest for premium ingredients, see him at work at his recognized bistro, Rezdu00c3 u00b4 ra, which was recently called some of the 10 ideal Italian bistros in the world.HighlightsDelve right into the culinary grandeur of Piedmont with cook Stefano Secchi, that will definitely present you to chefs and also winemakers he knows personally.Sample the rich red or white wines of Piedmont at unparalleled wineries including Marchesi di Barolo.Dine at numerous Michelin-starred restaurants consisting of Allu00e2 $ Enoteca and also Ristorante Del Cambio.Experience Slow Meals at its finest in the region where it was birthed: dining on charming regional items coming from Castelmagno cheese to truffles to hazelnuts.Join a dark chocolate producer for a scenic tour of the creation process, observed by a tasting.Take a mild walk by means of the woods in search of truffles.Enjoy the arcaded metropolitan area of Turin with its own elegant historical cafu00c3 u00a9 s as well as alright cuisine.Pricing and also DetailsRead on for the total vacation travel plan. Meanwhile, some crucial details: Dates: October 18u00e2 $ " 25, 2025Deposit: $1000 per vacationer (demanded upon making a reservation for to get a spot) Price: $7,990 (double occupation) $8,790 (single tenancy) Hotels and resort: Turin's 5-star Grand Hotel SiteaTo manual your journey: Go to listed below or refer to as 1-877-298-9677Questions?: Reservations@academic-travel.com or 1-877-298-9677Terms as well as conditionsItineraryDay 1 (October 18): Welcome to TurinArrive at Turinu00e2 $ s flight terminal and transactions to the area center.Check into the resort, located in the historical center of Turin.Take a short strolling scenic tour along the arcaded roads, via the lovely piazze and also past the historical cafu00c3 u00a9 s and also exquisite boutiques.Attend a welcome dinner at Magazzino 52, where the chef takes normal Piedmontese periodic recipes and also gives them a modern twist.