.To hear Stefano Secchi rhapsodize about Piedmont is to become enticed that youu00e2 $ ve been missing out. Florence as well as Rome might be terrific places, however as the chef-owner of The big apple Cityu00e2 $ s Michelin-starred dining establishment Rezdu00c3 u00b4 ra knows, Piedmont is actually undoubtedly one of Italyu00e2 $ s cooking dental crown gems (if you love rich red wines, alright cheeses, and truffles, that is actually). Encompassed by France to the west, Switzerland to the north, and Liguria to the south, Piedmont remains in the foothills of the . The area is actually home to Italyu00e2 $ s greatest winesu00e2 $ " the wineries of the Langhe and Roero were marked a UNESCO Globe Culture Siteu00e2 $ " and is a top location for any sort of critical red wine connoisseur. Its Nebbiolo grape is improved in to wealthy Barolos and Barbarescos took pleasure in the world over, while the acidic and also mineral-rich terroir additionally creates excellent Gavi and also Arneis white colored wines.The home to the Slow Food items action is actually additionally an amazing location to take pleasure in the food items of local artisans as well as remarkable neighborhood fruit and vegetables. Taste the white colored truffles of Alba, Alpine mountain cheeses, remedied meat products, hazelnutsu00e2 $ " considered through several to be the very best in the worldu00e2 $ " giandujotti chocolates, agnolotti or even tajarin pasta, as well as profuse foods like meat braised in Barolo. With each other they deliver the beautiful ingredients for an unforgettable gastronomic experience.This food through Cook Secchi (porcini gnocchi along with butter sauce) is an ode to a comparable production at Il Centro, a dining establishment in Priocca, Piedmont.Picture by Paola + MurrayWhile the food and wine are identified, therefore too is actually the regionu00e2 $ s ambience. Piedmont retains an elegant honorable attraction along with historical fortress and also royal residences that dot the garden and streetscapes and is particularly picturesque in the loss as the fallen leaves turn.The itinerary has been actually curated by Michelin-starred cook Stefano Secchi, that resided and did work in Piedmont as well as delivers a substantial knowledge of the location as well as deep-seated links with the areau00e2 $ s gourmet chefs, winemakers, and manufacturers. This are going to be Secchiu00e2 $ s 2nd time throwing a Culinary Retreat to Piedmont after a sold-out adventure in November 2023. To find out more regarding his enthusiasm and also excitement for high quality ingredients, enjoy him in action at his popular restaurant, Rezdu00c3 u00b4 ra, which was lately named some of the 10 best Italian bistros in the world.HighlightsDelve in to the cooking grandeur of Piedmont along with gourmet chef Stefano Secchi, who will introduce you to cooks and winemakers he knows personally.Sample the rich white wines of Piedmont at first-rate vineyards including Marchesi di Barolo.Dine at many Michelin-starred bistros featuring Allu00e2 $ Enoteca and Ristorante Del Cambio.Experience Slow Food items at its finest in the area where it was actually birthed: eating on superb neighborhood products from Castelmagno cheese to truffles to hazelnuts.Join a chocolate producer for a tour of the development method, adhered to by a tasting.Take a gentle stroll through the woodland in search of truffles.Enjoy the arcaded metropolitan area of Turin along with its elegant famous cafu00c3 u00a9 s as well as great cuisine.Pricing and also DetailsRead on for the full retreat itinerary. Meanwhile, some crucial information: Dates: October 18u00e2 $ " 25, 2025Deposit: $thousand per traveler (demanded upon reserving to get an area) Rate: $7,990 (dual occupation) $8,790 (solitary occupancy) Accommodation: Turin's 5-star Grand Hotels and resort SiteaTo publication your journey: Go to right here or call 1-877-298-9677Questions?: Reservations@academic-travel.com or 1-877-298-9677Terms and conditionsItineraryDay 1 (October 18): Accept to TurinArrive at Turinu00e2 $ s airport and also transmission to the city center.Check in to the hotels and resort, situated in the famous facility of Turin.Take a short walking excursion along the arcaded roads, through the wonderful piazze and past the historic cafu00c3 u00a9 s and also elegant boutiques.Attend an appreciated dinner at Magazzino 52, where the chef takes common Piedmontese periodic meals and provides a present-day variation.