Cultural Experiences on Our Soriano Vacations

Hands-On Cooking Classes in Soriano

Dive deep into the traditions of Italy as we have a wonderful time cooking local and regional dishes together.

Hand-Slicing Local Farm-Raised Prosciutto

There is something amazing about the back to basics feel of slicing a prosciutto by hand. It is always one of the most memorable experiences for our guests.

Festivals on a Scale Only Italians Can Celebrate

Italy has festivals happening all the time, and we take advantage of them with our guests every time we get the chance

Wine Tasting at Small, Family-Run Wineries

Our winery visits are not simple tours and tastings. They are about the people behind the wine. We get to know the wine makers and what makes them tick.

Experience a Working Italian Farm in Soriano

Meet the people that live off the land in this beautiful country and learn first hand what their lives are like.

A Complete Experience of Italian Family in Soriano

The most important thing we do is fold you into the family feeling of Italian culture. You will come wondering what to expect, but our guests leave feeling a part of something much bigger.

Drive Some TINY Italian Cars

We have some truly amazing cars that everyone falls in love with at the villa. Come down and take them for a spin!

Chestnut Gathering in the Central Italian Hills

Chestnuts are one of Soriano's great prides. In October it is chestnut harvest season, and we will gather some and use them in our cooking classes

Dining in the homes of local families in Soriano

Find yourself invited into local homes for family meals

Shopping in town markets with the locals in Soriano

Get to know the locals, and a true sense of small town Italian life.

Try Your Hand at the Potter's Wheel in Deruta

When we visit world-famous Deruta, where some of Italy's most prestigious ceramics are made, we don't just see the ceramics, but we get a chance to work the potter's wheel.

Be an Italian Barista

Learn how to make the perfect TRUE Italian Espresso and Cappuccino

Picking Garden Fresh Produce during our Cooking Classes

When we have fresh produce growing in our garden outside, our guests are invited to join us as we gather and pick the ingredients we will use preparing our meals.

Making Fresh Ricotta Cheese From Scratch in Soriano

We'll get back to basics as we not only make fresh ricotta cheese with a local Shepard, but use it in our cooking

Making Home-Made Grappa

We'll fire up the copper pot still and make our own Grappa, the staple Italian alcohol!

Harvest Olives with the locals

Wine Harvest in Tuscany

When it is harvest time, we put on our gloves, grab some clippers, and have an amazing time together harvesting grapes.