Chianti Classico...The Best of the Best

Chianti Classico
November 1-7, 2009

Classic Food, Classic Wine, and a Classic Teacher with 25 years of living and sharing the Tuscan life!

Join Judy Witts Francini in the heart of Chianti and celebrate the season of Fall, the harvest, olive oil and truffles. We'll savor incredible food and wine, visit lively markets, and enjoy the hills of Chianti, one of the most beautiful parts of the world. Hosted by Jet Pabst of "A Thyme For Everything", this is a "don't miss" opportunity, especially while the air-fares are so low!

Even great chefs take lessons from Judy!!!

During day trips, we will visit the wonderful small villages of the Chianti Classico wine district, including Radda, Castellina, Panzano, Greve, and Siena. As we explore, we will meet many fabulous Italian friends--grappa makers, cheese makers, balsamic vinegar makers, wine makers (who offer tastings), Judy’s favorite butcher, a shepherd with sheep's' milk and honey, local artists and artisans.

The first new oil of November, green and peppery!

No trip to Italy is complete without time in Florence. Venture out on your own to visit museums or wander with Judy or one of her many friends.. If shopping is your passion, you will be introduced to her favorite ceramics, leather, and lace merchants.

We will spend one morning at a local outdoor market, where we will sample and select the best locally grown, seasonal ingredients. Then we'll return to our beautiful villa kitchen to prepare a delicious Italian meal. All meals are included--delicious breakfasts at our villa/hotel, festive lunches at trattorias and wine bars, Dario Cecchini's new Solociccia.

Includes 6 nights (2 in Florence, 4 in a Chianti villa/hotel), hands-on cooking classes, all meals and wines, private driver for all excursions, gifts throughout the week.

ALL INCLUSIVE …$3,751 per person, based on 2 people sharing a room.

Air fare is additional …Current (as of May 31, 2009) estimated cost from Kansas City is under $650 roundtrip to Florence.

For details see http://travelswithtaste.blogspot.com/2009_04_12_archive.html