.To listen to Stefano Secchi rhapsodize about Piedmont is to be encouraged that youu00e2 $ ve been actually losing out. Florence and Rome may be actually fantastic places, yet as the chef-owner of New York Cityu00e2 $ s Michelin-starred dining establishment Rezdu00c3 u00b4 ra recognizes, Piedmont is actually absolutely among Italyu00e2 $ s cooking crown jewels (if you adore wealthy red wines, alright cheeses, as well as truffles, that is actually). Neighbored by France to the west, Switzerland to the north, and also Liguria to the south, Piedmont remains in the foothills of the Alps. The region is home to Italyu00e2 $ s absolute best winesu00e2 $ " the wineries of the Langhe and also Roero were marked a UNESCO World Heritage Siteu00e2 $ " and also is actually a top destination for any sort of discriminating red wine aficionado. Its own Nebbiolo grape is actually completely transformed in to abundant Barolos as well as Barbarescos took pleasure in everywhere, while the acid as well as mineral-rich terroir also generates enviable Gavi as well as Arneis white colored wines.The home to the Slow Meals movement is additionally a wonderful area to delight in the food items of neighborhood artisans and also exquisite regional produce. Experience the white colored truffles of Alba, Alpine mountain cheeses, treated porks, hazelnutsu00e2 $ " looked at through lots of to become the most effective in the worldu00e2 $ " giandujotti delicious chocolates, agnolotti or even tajarin noodles, and also sincere meals like beef braised in Barolo. All together they deliver the charming components for a remarkable gastronomic experience.This meal through Cook Secchi (porcini gnocchi along with butter sauce) is actually an ode to a comparable development at Il Centro, a restaurant in Priocca, Piedmont.Photograph by Paola + MurrayWhile the food items and also white wine are actually distinguished, therefore as well is actually the regionu00e2 $ s feel. Piedmont keeps a stylish noble beauty with historic fortress as well as royal residences that populate the yard and also streetscapes as well as is especially attractive in the loss as the leaves turn.The plan has been curated through Michelin-starred gourmet chef Stefano Secchi, that lived and also did work in Piedmont as well as brings a substantial knowledge of the location as well as deep-seated hookups with the areau00e2 $ s chefs, wine makers, and also producers. This are going to be actually Secchiu00e2 $ s 2nd time holding a Culinary Getaway to Piedmont after a sold-out adventure in November 2023. To find out more about his interest and also enthusiasm for top quality active ingredients, enjoy him in action at his renowned dining establishment, Rezdu00c3 u00b4 ra, which was actually recently named one of the 10 greatest Italian dining establishments in the world.HighlightsDelve right into the culinary splendor of Piedmont with cook Stefano Secchi, who will introduce you to cooks and also winemakers he understands personally.Sample the abundant glass of wines of Piedmont at outstanding vineyards including Marchesi di Barolo.Dine at several Michelin-starred bistros consisting of Allu00e2 $ Enoteca and Ristorante Del Cambio.Experience Slow Food at its finest in the location where it was actually birthed: eating on exquisite nearby items coming from Castelmagno cheese to truffles to hazelnuts.Join a chocolate developer for a trip of the development procedure, observed by a tasting.Take a mild wander via the woodland trying to find truffles.Enjoy the arcaded urban area of Turin along with its own stylish historical cafu00c3 u00a9 s as well as alright cuisine.Pricing and also DetailsRead on for the total trip itinerary. In the meantime, some vital details: Dates: October 18u00e2 $ " 25, 2025Deposit: $thousand per traveler (demanded upon reserving to secure a spot) Rate: $7,990 (double occupancy) $8,790 (solitary occupation) Accommodation: Turin's 5-star Grand Accommodation SiteaTo publication your travel: Check out below or name 1-877-298-9677Questions?: Reservations@academic-travel.com or even 1-877-298-9677Terms and also conditionsItineraryDay 1 (October 18): Accept to TurinArrive at Turinu00e2 $ s flight terminal as well as move to the area center.Check right into the resort, found in the famous facility of Turin.Take a short strolling scenic tour along the arcaded streets, via the attractive piazze and past the historic cafu00c3 u00a9 s as well as elegant boutiques.Attend an appreciated dinner at Magazzino 52, where the chef takes traditional Piedmontese in season dishes as well as gives them a modern twist.