The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Montepulciano

Highlights

  • Cesarine is Italy's first national network of certified home cooks, who strive to safeguard and promote Italy's real culinary heritage.  • Cultivate relationships with local people: experience a truly Italian welcome in local peoples' home, as you enjoy an evening together like part of the family.  • Prepare an authentic selection of five nibbles with traditional local ingredients. Delight your palate with some truly delicious tastes of the local cuisine. Whether it's a bruschetta drizzled with fragrant olive oil, freshly grilled market vegetables, or a selection of the area's finest charcuterie and cheeses, it's the best way to taste and understand a whole range of local produce.  • Live the Italian way of life in a real local home. Whether you're unwinding after a long day, or just getting your night started.  • Enjoy a selection of red and white wines from regional cellars: our hosts offer only wines of the territory.

Summary

Cesarine is Italy's first national network of certified home cooks, who strive to safeguard and promote Italy's real culinary heritage.  • Cultivate relationships with local people: experience a truly Italian welcome in local peoples' home, as you enjoy an evening together like part of the family.  • Prepare an authentic selection of five nibbles with traditional local ingredients. Delight your palate with some truly delicious tastes of the local cuisine. Whether it's a bruschetta drizzled with fragrant olive oil, freshly grilled market vegetables, or a selection of the area's finest charcuterie and cheeses, it's the best way to taste and understand a whole range of local produce.  • Live the Italian way of life in a real local home. Whether you're unwinding after a long day, or just getting your night started.  • Enjoy a selection of red and white wines from regional cellars: our hosts offer only wines of the territory.

Tour info

Duration
2 hours
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Why take this tour?

Your day in Montepulciano is just winding down, the sun's about to set... It's time for an Aperitivo. This glamorous Italian tradition is loved all over the world, and this is your chance to learn how to prepare it for yourself, the perfect souvenir.  Preparing the perfect aperitivo is an art; you will learn how to prepare a selection of five elegant nibbles to pair with with a refreshing glass of fizz, ideal for sharing with friends in the early evening. Your aperitivo will be a bite-size representation of its local culture, using typical regional ingredients and local wines, such as a sparkling prosecco or a light red. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

What’s included?

  • Local taxes

  • Private cooking workshop

  • Tasting session

  • Beverages (water, wines)

  • Snacks

  • Alcoholic Beverages

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 2h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

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Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Cesarine

About operator:

Cesarine is Italy's first network of 800+ home cooks all over Italy in more than 120+ destinations. We offer food experiences all over Italy such as cooking classes, dining experiences, market and food tours.
Our mission is to preserve the authentic local recipes, handed down from generation to generation, support small local producers and connect the travelers with local and talented home cooks.

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