Taste ItalyFood & Wine in Rome
Discover Italian food, wine and culinary traditions through five days of classroom learning and authentic experiences in Rome.
An Authentic Culinary Learning Experience
Taste Italy combines classroom learning with authentic culinary experiences around Rome.
During five days, participants explore Italian regional cuisine, traditional markets, fresh pasta, wine, coffee, artisan gelato and some of Italy's most iconic food products.
Each experience outside the classroom is introduced and contextualised during the training sessions at Accademia Studioitalia, turning Rome into an extension of the classroom.
Small groups with a maximum of 14 participants ensure a more personal and engaging experience throughout the week.
5-Day Programme
A curated journey through Italian gastronomy.
5 days · Monday–Friday · 25 hours
Programme level: A1
ITALIAN FOOD CULTURE & MERCATO TRIONFALE
09:30–11:30
- •regional differences between Northern, Central and Southern Italy
- •Italian eating habits
- •seasonality
- •local and regional products
- •DOP and IGP products
- •traditional food markets
- •Italian food culture and ingredients
11:30–14:30 · Mercato Trionfale + lunch
Guided visit to one of Rome's largest traditional food markets. The experience concludes with an informal lunch inside Mercato Trionfale featuring Italian regional specialities.
- •seasonal fruit and vegetables
- •cheeses and cured meats
- •meat and fish
- •bread and baked products
- •regional specialities
- •traditional Italian ingredients
PASTA & ROMAN CUISINE
09:30–11:30
- •carbonara
- •amatriciana
- •cacio e pepe
- •gricia
- •Pecorino Romano
- •supplì
- •traditional ingredients
- •origins and evolution of Roman cuisine
12:00–15:00 · Cooking class + lunch
Hands-on cooking class with a professional chef. Participants learn how to prepare fresh Italian pasta and traditional recipes.
- •preparation of fresh pasta dough
- •pasta-making techniques
- •preparation of sauces
- •traditional ingredients
- •preparation of a traditional dessert
- •lunch with the dishes prepared during the class
DISCOVERING ITALIAN WINE
09:30–12:30
- •main Italian wine regions
- •Italian grape varieties
- •territory and terroir
- •red, white, rosé and sparkling wines
- •IGT, DOC and DOCG classifications
- •how to read an Italian wine label
- •serving temperatures
- •wine glasses
- •introduction to food and wine pairing
- •introduction to sensory analysis
14:00–16:00 · Wine tasting
Guided Italian wine tasting led by a wine professional or sommelier.
- •selected Italian wines
- •visual analysis
- •aroma analysis
- •tasting techniques
- •comparison between different grapes and regions
- •introduction to food pairing
- •small food accompaniments
ITALIAN COFFEE & GELATO
09:30–11:30 · Coffee Culture | 14:00–15:00 · Gelato Culture
- •history of coffee in Italy
- •espresso
- •moka
- •cappuccino
- •Arabica and Robusta
- •roasting and blends
- •Italian bar culture
- •how to recognise and taste a good espresso
- •history of Italian gelato
- •artisan vs industrial gelato
- •ingredients
- •seasonality
- •milk, fruit and sugars
- •gelato vs sorbet
- •how to recognise quality artisan gelato
11:30–13:00 · Coffee Experience | 15:00–15:30 · Gelato tasting
Italian coffee experience in a traditional Roman coffee venue, including tasting and an introduction to espresso preparation. Followed by a visit to an artisan gelateria with gelato tasting.
ITALIAN FOOD EXCELLENCE
09:30–13:00 · Food Excellence + sensory workshop
- •extra virgin olive oil
- •Parmigiano Reggiano
- •Pecorino Romano
- •Italian cheeses
- •cured meats
- •bread and baked products
- •balsamic vinegar
- •DOP and IGP
- •food labels
- •authentic Italian products
- •Italian sounding products
14:00–15:30 · Final tasting
Sensory workshop followed by a final guided tasting of selected Italian specialities, with an explanation of their origins, production methods and culinary traditions. Course conclusion and certificate of attendance.
- •aromas
- •flavours
- •textures
- •provenance
- •quality characteristics
What's Included
- 25 hours of training and guided activities
- classroom sessions at Accademia Studioitalia
- teacher accompanying the group throughout the programme
- Mercato Trionfale guided experience
- lunch at Mercato Trionfale
- hands-on cooking class
- lunch during the cooking class
- guided Italian wine tasting
- Italian coffee experience
- artisan gelato tasting
- final Italian food tasting
- course materials
- certificate of attendance
Accommodation, flights, and transport are not included.
Your Base in Rome
Accademia Studioitalia
Via Tibullo 16
00193 Rome, Italy
The school is located in the elegant Prati district, just a short walk from the Vatican and Castel Sant'Angelo. Many of our practical activities and guided experiences are easily reachable from the school, making it the perfect starting point for your culinary journey.
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