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Experiencing cuisine in style in the ‘Green Heart’ of Italy – Umbria
If you think Tuscany is pretty you will definitely do a retake after seeing this region of Italy. Tucked away, tourists are not frequently seen in Italian cooking regions like this one. It is also called the ‘Green Heart’ of Italy because of its produce.
The tastes of the region
Perugia and Assisi are two of the famous cities of this region. Perugia is known to chocolate lovers for the exquisite chocolate that come from here and Assisi is known for Saint Francis. If you like to cook using ingredients that are the freshest, our culinary tour of Umbria is just the right one for you. All the menus of the region use just that. Apart from pastas that are made the traditional way and the desserts, the region is famous for Torta al Testo and Pecorino cheese.
What does the tour have in store for you?
Like our other tours of cooking regions in Italy, you will experience Italian food first hand. You will learn how to make their speciality dishes as well as indulge in activities like wine and olive oil tasting. You will also see where some of the best lentils from Italy come from and learn how to use olive oil the way people in this region do – like an important ingredient. You can then say bye bye to your chapped lips forever.
Looking around
There is a lot to do around here other than learn to cook. As far as Italy cooking regions go, this one has villages that are centuries old. Even better is the fact that the city of Perugia is full of culture, art and nature. Our tour will take you to La Rocca Paolina to see the fortress. You will also visit the museum and other monuments in an around the area.
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