.To hear Stefano Secchi rhapsodize about Piedmont is to become encouraged that youu00e2 $ ve been actually missing out. Florence as well as Rome might be actually wonderful places, however as the chef-owner of New york city Cityu00e2 $ s Michelin-starred dining establishment Rezdu00c3 u00b4 ra understands, Piedmont is doubtlessly some of Italyu00e2 $ s cooking dental crown jewels (if you like rich glass of wines, alright cheeses, and truffles, that is actually). Neighbored through France to the west, Switzerland to the north, and also Liguria to the south, Piedmont resides in the foothills of the Alps. The area is actually home to Italyu00e2 $ s greatest winesu00e2 $ " the wineries of the Langhe and also Roero were assigned a UNESCO Planet Ancestry Siteu00e2 $ " and is a top destination for any type of discriminating white wine aficionado. Its Nebbiolo grape is actually changed right into wealthy Barolos and also Barbarescos appreciated everywhere, while the acid as well as mineral-rich terroir likewise creates valued Gavi and Arneis white colored wines.The home to the Slow Food activity is actually likewise a wonderful location to enjoy the meals of regional professionals and flawless neighborhood fruit and vegetables. Test the white truffles of Alba, Alpine mountain range cheeses, remedied porks, hazelnutsu00e2 $ " taken into consideration through many to be the most effective in the worldu00e2 $ " giandujotti dark chocolates, agnolotti or even tajarin spaghetti, as well as sincere recipes like beef braised in Barolo. With each other they give the exquisite substances for a memorable gastronomic experience.This meal by Gourmet chef Secchi (porcini gnocchi along with butter dressing) is actually a lyric to an identical development at Il Centro, a restaurant in Priocca, Piedmont.Photograph through Paola + MurrayWhile the food and red wine are differentiated, therefore as well is actually the regionu00e2 $ s ambience. Piedmont retains a sophisticated dignified appeal with historical castles and also palaces that dot the landscape as well as streetscapes as well as is actually especially beautiful in the loss as the leaves turn.The travel plan has been curated through Michelin-starred cook Stefano Secchi, that stayed and worked in Piedmont and takes a considerable know-how of the region and also deep relationships along with the areau00e2 $ s chefs, winemakers, as well as developers. This will be actually Secchiu00e2 $ s 2nd time throwing a Culinary Retreat to Piedmont after a sold-out expertise in November 2023. To read more about his passion and also interest for high quality elements, watch him at work at his well known restaurant, Rezdu00c3 u00b4 ra, which was actually recently named some of the 10 finest Italian restaurants in the world.HighlightsDelve in to the culinary richness of Piedmont with cook Stefano Secchi, who will certainly offer you to cooks as well as winemakers he recognizes personally.Sample the wealthy glass of wines of Piedmont at outstanding wineries including Marchesi di Barolo.Dine at many Michelin-starred dining establishments including Allu00e2 $ Enoteca and also Ristorante Del Cambio.Experience Slow Food at its finest in the region where it was actually birthed: eating on charming local items coming from Castelmagno cheese to truffles to hazelnuts.Join a delicious chocolate producer for a scenic tour of the development process, observed through a tasting.Take a gentle walk via the rainforest seeking truffles.Enjoy the arcaded urban area of Turin with its sophisticated historic cafu00c3 u00a9 s and fine cuisine.Pricing and DetailsRead on for the total retreat travel plan. For the time being, some key details: Dates: October 18u00e2 $ " 25, 2025Deposit: $1000 per tourist (called for upon reserving to safeguard a place) Cost: $7,990 (double occupation) $8,790 (solitary tenancy) Resort: Turin's 5-star Grand Hotels and resort SiteaTo publication your travel: Check out here or name 1-877-298-9677Questions?: Reservations@academic-travel.com or even 1-877-298-9677Terms and conditionsItineraryDay 1 (Oct 18): Welcome to TurinArrive at Turinu00e2 $ s airport terminal as well as transfer to the area center.Check right into the resort, positioned in the historical center of Turin.Take a brief strolling excursion along the arcaded streets, via the wonderful piazze and also past the historical cafu00c3 u00a9 s as well as classy boutiques.Attend an invited dinner at Magazzino 52, where the gourmet chef takes regular Piedmontese seasonal meals and gives them a modern variation.