.To listen to Stefano Secchi rhapsodize regarding Piedmont is actually to become persuaded that youu00e2 $ ve been actually losing out. Florence and Rome might be remarkable locations, but as the chef-owner of New York Cityu00e2 $ s Michelin-starred restaurant Rezdu00c3 u00b4 ra recognizes, Piedmont is actually doubtlessly some of Italyu00e2 $ s cooking dental crown gems (if you like abundant red or white wines, alright cheeses, and also truffles, that is actually). Encompassed by France to the west, Switzerland to the north, and Liguria to the south, Piedmont resides in the foothills of the Alps. The location is actually home to Italyu00e2 $ s best winesu00e2 $ " the vineyards of the Langhe and also Roero were marked a UNESCO Globe Ancestry Siteu00e2 $ " and also is a leading location for any sort of critical red or white wine aficionado. Its own Nebbiolo grape is enhanced right into wealthy Barolos and also Barbarescos delighted in the world over, while the acid and mineral-rich terroir additionally generates respectable Gavi and also Arneis white colored wines.The home to the Slow Meals movement is additionally a fantastic place to delight in the meals of nearby professionals and impressive local fruit and vegetables. Sample the white colored truffles of Alba, Alpine mountain cheeses, treated meats, hazelnutsu00e2 $ " considered through lots of to be the most effective in the worldu00e2 $ " giandujotti dark chocolates, agnolotti or tajarin pasta, and also profuse recipes like meat braised in Barolo. Together they supply the splendid active ingredients for an unforgettable gastronomic experience.This recipe by Gourmet chef Secchi (porcini gnocchi with butter sauce) is actually a lyric to a comparable development at Il Centro, a bistro in Priocca, Piedmont.Picture by Paola + MurrayWhile the food and white wine are identified, therefore also is actually the regionu00e2 $ s environment. Piedmont keeps a classy worthy beauty with historic fortress and also royal residences that populate the yard and also streetscapes and also is actually particularly attractive in the autumn as the fallen leaves turn.The travel plan has been curated through Michelin-starred gourmet chef Stefano Secchi, who stayed and did work in Piedmont and also carries a comprehensive expertise of the area along with deep connections with the areau00e2 $ s chefs, winemakers, as well as producers. This are going to be actually Secchiu00e2 $ s 2nd opportunity hosting a Culinary Retreat to Piedmont after a sold-out expertise in Nov 2023. For more information about his interest and also excitement for quality ingredients, view him at work at his popular bistro, Rezdu00c3 u00b4 ra, which was actually just recently called one of the 10 best Italian bistros in the world.HighlightsDelve right into the cooking richness of Piedmont with chef Stefano Secchi, who will launch you to chefs and wine makers he understands personally.Sample the abundant red or white wines of Piedmont at first-rate vineyards such as Marchesi di Barolo.Dine at several Michelin-starred bistros including Allu00e2 $ Enoteca and also Ristorante Del Cambio.Experience Slow Meals at its finest in the location where it was born: dining on beautiful nearby products coming from Castelmagno cheese to truffles to hazelnuts.Join a chocolate producer for a scenic tour of the manufacturing method, adhered to by a tasting.Take a gentle stroll with the rainforest looking for truffles.Enjoy the arcaded urban area of Turin with its own exquisite historical cafu00c3 u00a9 s and also great cuisine.Pricing and also DetailsRead on for the full trip travel plan. For the time being, some vital info: Dates: October 18u00e2 $ " 25, 2025Deposit: $thousand every vacationer (called for upon making a reservation for to safeguard a spot) Price: $7,990 (dual tenancy) $8,790 (single settlement) Hotels and resort: Turin's 5-star Grand Hotels and resort SiteaTo manual your travel: See listed here or even refer to as 1-877-298-9677Questions?: Reservations@academic-travel.com or 1-877-298-9677Terms as well as conditionsItineraryDay 1 (October 18): Invite to TurinArrive at Turinu00e2 $ s airport terminal and also transfer to the city center.Check right into the lodging, found in the historic center of Turin.Take a short walking trip along the arcaded streets, with the attractive piazze as well as past the famous cafu00c3 u00a9 s and also stylish boutiques.Attend a welcome dinner at Magazzino 52, where the chef takes normal Piedmontese in season meals as well as provides a present-day variation.