The smell of fresh pasta dough, the sizzle of garlic in good olive oil, a glass of wine in hand while you learn from someone who grew up doing this.

That's exactly what Chef Melina Puntoriero offers.

Based in Emilia Romagna, one of Italy's most celebrated food regions, Melina is a professional chef and passionate advocate for authentic Italian slow food. She has spent years welcoming travelers into her world, sharing the recipes, rhythms, and rituals of real Italian kitchen life.

Trip Highlights:

You can join one of Chef Melina’s culinary retreats - 7 days of hands-on cooking using fresh, seasonal & locally foraged ingredients, foraging, visits to local artisans and cheesemakers, and dining in places you won't find in any guidebook.