Exclusive Food & Wine Experiences

Crafted with care. Served with soul.

Why Our Culinary Experiences Are So Much More Than a Meal

In Umbria, food isn’t just eaten — it’s felt.
 It’s the scent of fresh herbs on your fingers.

The rhythm of pasta dough beneath your hands.

The hush of a vineyard at sunset.

The clink of glasses that starts a story you’ll tell forever.

Daniela Bucchi

Ready to discover the real Umbria — one bite, one glass, one unforgettable memory at a time?

PERSONAL CHEF

More Than a Dinner: A Private Chef Experience in the Comfort of Your Villa

Imagine this:

The sun sets behind the hills, kids are laughing in the garden, you're still by the pool in your swimsuit—barefoot, relaxed, hungry.And inside, your private chef is preparing a meal just for you. No rush. No dress code. No one asking for a reservation name.Just you, your people, and the joy of being taken care of.

Why a Private Chef Makes Your Holiday So Much Better

  • No groceries, no cooking, no clean-up.

    You get the flavors of Umbria without lifting a finger—because it’s your holiday too.

  • Forget searching reviews or booking tables.

    While others scroll, you're already sipping wine, waiting for dinner to be served.

  • No need to change.

    Dinner comes to you—so yes, shorts, a t-shirt, and flip-flops are more than welcome.

  • We eat when you’re ready.

    No fixed times, no pressure. Your meal follows your rhythm, not the other way around.

  • Kids can be themselves.

    They run barefoot in the garden, or fall asleep upstairs—while you enjoy your night in peace.

  • Drink freely, stay safely.

    No driving, no taxis, just you and that second glass of Sagrantino you were hoping for.

  • Every bite is cooked on the spot, just for you.

    Not from a prep kitchen, not from a freezer—this is fresh, real food made with soul.

  • Want to turn dinner into a wine journey?

    Add a sommelier to the table: each course paired with exceptional wines and beautiful stories.

  • It’s not just a meal—it’s a moment.

    Crafted with care. Served with soul. And remembered forever.

Want to Turn Dinner into a Wine Experience?

Add a private sommelier to your evening.

Each dish I prepare will be paired with outstanding Umbrian and Tuscany wines, chosen and explained by a wine expert who joins you at the table.

You’ll taste, learn, and enjoy — one course, one glass, one beautiful moment at a time

Cooking Class

More Than a Recipe: Learn, Laugh and Taste the True Umbrian Way

This isn’t just a cooking class — it’s a warm, delicious moment made with your own hands.

Real Umbrian cooking, right at your villa — where flour gets everywhere, laughter fills the room, and the food tastes better because you made it yourself.We cook together.

Hands in the dough, stories in the air, wine on the table.And yes — you’ll even get your own apron, handmade on a traditional loom, with my logo lovingly embroidered.Whether you’re a couple, a group of friends, or a whole family, this is about connection, joy, and recipes that stay with you long after your trip ends.

What You’ll Get from Cooking Together

  • Authentic Umbrian recipes you’ll actually make again

    Seasonal, simple, and packed with real flavor — no restaurant tricks

  • Fresh, local ingredients only

    Straight from the market, not from a package

  • Fun for couples, families, or groups of friends

    Everyone gets involved — even the little ones

  • Wine, laughter and hands in the dough

    No pressure, no perfection — just joy

  • A beautiful handcrafted apron to take home

    A real piece of Umbria to wear and remember

  • Memories you can taste again and again

    Stories, laughter, and the satisfaction of saying: “I made this!”

Want to Elevate Your Cooking Class?

Add a Wine Pairing Experience with a Professional Sommelier

Turn your dinner into a mini wine journey — each dish you’ve prepared will be paired with specially selected Umbrian wines, introduced and served by a local sommelier. You’ll discover flavor combinations, learn wine stories, and enjoy a tasting that’s relaxed, fun, and deeply connected to the region.

Wine Tours

Discover the Hidden Wine Routes of Umbria and Tuscany

Italy land of wine.. A professional and passionate sommelier will comes at the villa and he will organize a private wine tasting for you.

Forget the big brands and crowded cellars.

My wine tours are quiet, soulful journeys through hills and vineyards where quality still matters more than marketing. I work with small, family-owned wineries that craft exceptional wines — some known only to locals, all ready to welcome you with warmth and a glass in hand.

From the earthy reds of Montefalco and Montalcino to the golden whites of Orvieto, from Tuscany’s noble grapes to Umbria’s hidden gems, every stop is a story, every glass a memory in the making.

FULL-DAY WINE TOURS

What’s Included

  • Visit to 2–3 boutique wineries

  • Light lunch at a winery, with local wine pairings

  • Private driver for the day

  • Stop in Montefalco town for a stroll, shopping, or a scenic gelato break

  • Optional: Travel with a Sommelier Guide

    → Your personal sommelier joins you throughout the journey, weaving wine knowledge with local stories, scenic photo stops, must-see highlights, and the kind of details no guidebook could give you.

WHERE CAN I GET THESE EXPERIENCES?

Montefalco Wine Tour (Umbria)

In the land of Sagrantino, wine is bold, deep, and full of soul.Montefalco isn’t just a place you visit — it’s one you feel, from the first sip of a ruby-red to the silence between the vineyards. Here, you’ll taste some of Italy’s most powerful reds, grown on sun-drenched hillsides and poured by winemakers who still greet you like family.And between one glass and the next, the beauty of Umbria will unfold around you — slow, genuine, and unforgettable.

Montepulciano Wine Tour (Tuscany)

Home to the iconic Vino Nobile, Montepulciano is a place where wine speaks with elegance and depth.Between noble vineyards and rolling hills, you’ll discover wines that are bold yet balanced — like the land and its people.The medieval town, perched high above the valley, offers breathtaking views and timeless charm.Each glass here tells a story of tradition, refinement, and quiet beauty.

Montalcino Wine Tour (Tuscany)

If wine were poetry, Brunello would be its finest verse.Montalcino is all about slow rhythm, refined taste, and wines that age with grace — just like the town that watches over them from its hilltop walls.Expect bold aromas, structured tannins, and cellar doors that open to passion, not crowds.This is a red wine lover’s dream — deep, intense, and unforgettable.

Chiantishire Wine Tour (Tuscany)

Rolling hills, rows of cypress trees, and that unmistakable elegance in every sip — welcome to Chianti.Here, tradition and beauty meet in perfect harmony, and the wines are just as iconic as the landscapes.Beyond the classic labels, I’ll take you to small producers who still work with passion and patience, offering a taste of Tuscany that feels personal, not packaged.

Orvieto Wine Tour (Umbria)

White wine, cliffs, and golden light — Orvieto is pure magic.Known for its crisp, mineral whites and volcanic terroir, this town is perched on a dramatic tufa cliff that seems to rise straight out of time. You’ll taste elegant whites, rich in personality, in cellars carved from stone — and walk streets that echo with history and beauty.

Local Winery Visits
(2–3 hours)

Perfect for a relaxing morning or afternoon, these shorter wine experiences let you discover Umbrian wines without spending the whole day on the road.I collaborate with a handpicked selection of local wineries — each one offering its own unique atmosphere, landscape and style of hospitality.

You choose the vibe. I take care of the rest.

What’s Included – and Why You’ll Love It

  • A hidden gem, far from tourist crowds

    Each winery is small, family-run, and full of personality — this is where wine still feels like a story, not a business.

  • A tasting that reflects the soul of the place

    Beyond the classic selection of local cured meats, cheeses and bruschetta, each winery adds its own signature touch:
    think house-made porchetta, pasta from grandma’s kitchen, gourmet bites by starred chefs — or even a carriage ride through the vineyard.

  • Quick, easy and deeply rewarding

    A full sensory immersion in just a few hours — ideal if you want a real wine moment between a swim and sunset.

  • Private driver available upon request

    Your driver picks you up at your villa, takes you to the winery of your choice, and brings you home safely after the experience.

  • Your perfect “under-the-radar” wine story

    No tour groups, no influencers. Just you, the winemaker, and an Umbrian landscape you’ll carry in your heart.

Short on time, big on taste.

Not sure which wine tour fits you best?
Let’s talk and choose it together

Truffle Experiences in Umbria

Walk, Hunt, Taste — A Journey into the Woods and Flavors of Umbria

There’s something magical about following a dog into the woods, guided by instinct, silence and centuries-old tradition.

In Umbria, truffle hunting isn’t a show — it’s a way of life. And now, for a few hours, it can be yours too.

The Real Truffle Hunt

No frills. Just forest, instinct, and a nose that never fails.

This is the most authentic truffle hunting experience you can get.No staging, no big group — just you, a skilled local hunter, and his four-legged partner searching the woods for that unmistakable treasure. It's quiet. It’s humble. And it’s real.

What’s Included

  • A guided truffle hunt in the woods

  • Private group with a professional truffle hunter and his dog

  • 10g of fresh truffle as a gift per guest

  • The pure joy of seeing nature and tradition at work

Truffles, Stories & Tasting

Hunt in the woods, then taste the stories behind every bite.

After your truffle hunt, you'll head to a small family-run truffle company, where history and flavor live side by side.Taste their handmade products, smell the fresh truffle just unearthed, and walk through a unique private museum filled with old tools, rare prints, and giant truffle legends — all guarded by one proud little dog.

What’s Included

  • A guided truffle hunt in the woods

  • Visit to a local truffle farm and museum

  • Tasting of fresh truffle and artisanal products

  • TStories, history and flavor shared by the owners themselves

Truffle Hunt & Lunch Experience

From the forest floor to your fork — a feast of earth, elegance and flavor.

Begin with the thrill of the hunt: guided by a local truffle expert and his loyal dog, you'll follow scents, silence, and instinct into the heart of the Umbrian woods.Then, sit down to a leisurely lunch where truffle takes center stage.From handmade pasta dressed in fresh truffle shavings to a series of delicious starters and small plates, each bite celebrates the richness of the land — accompanied, of course, by excellent local wine. It's not just a meal. It’s a tribute to the truffle, in the place where it was born.

What’s Included

  • Private truffle hunt with expert and trained dog

  • Full lunch featuring fresh truffle dishes

  • Handmade pasta, local starters and truffle specialties

  • Wines from the region included

  • A seamless experience from woods to table

Not sure which truffle experience is right for you?

Vintage Fiat 500 Picnic

Scenic Roads, Open Vines and a Picnic to Remember

Slide behind the wheel of a vintage Fiat 500 and feel time slow down.

With the wind in your hair and vineyards on every curve, this isn’t just a drive — it’s a journey through the beauty of Umbria, one hill, one photo stop, one laugh at a time. At the end of the ride, a vineyard awaits.

A blanket in the grass. A wicker basket. A bottle of local wine.

And a picnic filled with simple, delicious Umbrian flavors — just for you.Because sometimes, the best memories are made under the sun, not under a roof.

What’s Included – and Why You’ll Love It

  • Self-drive vintage Fiat 500 through the Umbrian countryside

  • Scenic picnic in a vineyard with a basket full of local delicacies

  • Time for photos, stops and slow enjoyment

  • Prepared and set up for your arrival — you just show up and smile

  • Perfect for couples, anniversaries or “just because” days

Hot Air Balloon & Farmer’s Breakfast

Rise with the Sun, Toast with the Earth

As the sun rises over the Valley of Assisi, you’ll gently float above a sea of vineyards, olive groves and ancient hilltop villages.

It’s silent up here — just the occasional burst of fire, and the landscape unfolding beneath you like a living painting.From the sky, you'll admire one of Umbria’s most breathtaking views: the soft light on the Basilica of Saint Francis, the rolling patchwork of fields, the timeless calm of the land.And when your feet touch the ground again, a rustic Umbrian breakfast is waiting for you at a nearby winery — complete with local products and a tasting of Sagrantino wine.Because some mornings are made to be remembered forever.

What’s Included – and Why You’ll Love It

  • Sunrise flight over Assisi, vineyards, and medieval villages

  • Farmer’s breakfast served at a local winery

  • Wine tasting featuring Sagrantino and other regional varieties

  • Unforgettable views and photo opportunities from above and below

  • A poetic, powerful way to begin your day in Umbria