Jonica
Step into the Grape Escape Jonica Tour and uncover Calabria’s rich culinary and cultural heritage through five immersive days of food, wine, and tradition. From wandering the renowned Cirò vineyards and learning age-old winemaking techniques to rolling up your sleeves in hands-on cooking classes and cheese-making workshops, every experience is designed to connect you with the authentic flavours of the region.
Along the way, you’ll explore medieval towns like Santa Severina, taste artisanal delicacies in Sila and Cosenza, and share meals that celebrate Calabria’s vibrant local identity. This journey blends history, gastronomy, and warm hospitality into one unforgettable adventure through Italy’s hidden gem.
Experiences Included
Cooking classes in Terravecchia
At Terravecchia, you can immerse yourself in traditional Calabrian cuisine, surrounded by authentic aromas, colours, and flavours. Guided by local chefs, you will discover the secrets of typical local dishes, learning how to prepare handmade pasta, authentic sauces, and recipes handed down from generation to generation.
The lessons are not just technical: they are a complete sensory experience. Touching the fresh ingredients, smelling the aromas, listening to stories and traditions while you knead, cook, and decorate your dishes makes every moment unique and memorable.
At the end of the lesson, you will sit down at the table to taste your creations together, accompanied by local wines and typical products, savouring the authentic taste of Calabria. An experience that combines manual skills, culture, and conviviality, leaving an indelible memory of the gastronomic heart of the region.
The Soul of Cirò
Immerse yourself in the heart of the Cirò vineyards, among rows of vines that tell the story of centuries of Calabrian wine-making tradition. Walking through the vineyards, you will discover the typical cultivation techniques of the area, the care taken with the grapes, and the passion of the local winegrowers.
Accompanied by experts, you will enjoy a complete sensory experience: from learning about the history of wine and the production processes to tasting wines directly in the vineyard, savouring the authentic aromas and flavours of the area.
A journey through nature, culture, and taste that will help you understand the soul of Cirò and Calabria, leaving an indelible memory in your heart.
Traditional cheese-making
In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to transform raw milk into ricotta or pecorino cheese, depending on the season, using techniques handed down by local producers.
A unique sensory experience: touch the milk, mix, shape, and finally taste your freshly made cheese. Surrounded by intense aromas and genuine flavours, you will experience a complete immersion in the dairy culture of Calabria, taking home a piece of the heart of the territory.
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