Cuisine International - Il Falconiere

The Relais Il Falconiere was featured in an article in the June 1999 issue of Travel & Leisure magazine.

Drinking Under the Tuscan Sun

For a six night stay, the Relais Il Falconiere hosts a culinary experience like no other. This elegant, historic property, dating back to 1680 and once owned by a famous Italian poet, is situated in the heart of picturesque Tuscan countryside and creates the perfect setting for an unforgettable holiday. Together with us in the kitchen, you will discover how the finest Tuscan food and wines are prepared and chosen to compliment one another. The Pool and Grounds Four culinary lessons will focus on the wines and foods of Tuscany, a land of enchanting little towns with spectacular views of the cypress and olive trees.

Your hosts are the owners of Il Falconiere, Silvia and Riccardo Baracchi. They have carefully and patiently transformed this historic home into one of the most hospitable corners of Tuscany. Your Teachers A recent guest describing the villa said it"appears to be an exquisite private mansion rather than a hotel. The charming colour schemes and murals have been kept in their original form and the deeply worn terracotta tiles and the gnarled wooden doors and shutters show the patina of their age ... they have both luxury and character – maybe a stone niche or an antique gilt mirror as well as towels and bed linens embroidered by hand ... The wines are carefully choosen by Silvia, a professional sommelier, as well as the ingredients for the dishes on the highly original menu- which changes with the season- because Silvia has a passion for fresh local produce. The pasta is home–made and the olive oil is produced from the Falconiere’s own trees" Luxurious Accomodations

You will learn and relax surrounded by beautiful gardens and cypress trees and dine on the terrace overlooking the countryside. The classes are taught by Chef Michele Brogioni and include not only techniques, but history of the area. Excursions will include a sightseeing tour of Cortona and the Etruscan Academy Museum, wine tasting in Pienza and Montepulciano, pasta-making lessons in a local restaurant, and a city walk in Assisi. Dining Al Fresco You will be inspired by this special and unique atmosphere to take on your own culinary adventure. It's your once in a lifetime chance to be a great Chef!

6 nights accommodation at Il Falconiere, a Relais & Chateaux property
1 cooking lesson with Chef Richard Titi
Buffet breakfast daily, welcome dinner
All listed meals and wine tasting
All listed excursions
English speaking guide

2006	Six Day Courses	Three Day Courses
	Weekly from October to April	Weekly from November to March
	Minimum of 2 to book classes

2006	Six Day Courses	Three Day Courses
	To be announced...
		Includes: 3 nights of stay in classic room Welcome Dinner 1 Cooking course and lunch 1 Tour of wine tasting and lunch 1 Cooking course and dinner
	Supplements: Superior Room Junior Suite

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	DRINKING UNDER THE TUSCAN SUN
SUNDAY	After arrival at Il Falconiere you will check into your luxurious rooms and have time to relax. In the evening you will enjoy a welcome cocktail with the charming Silvia and Riccardo Baracchi, your hosts for the week. You will meet Chef Richard Titi and the whole staff at Il Falconiere. An aperitif in the Baracchi winery will be followed by a delicious Tuscan meal.
MONDAY	After breakfast, a morning transfer from Il Falconiere will sweep you immediately into the beautiful landscape with a visit to Tenimenti d'Alessandro. Afterwards, there will be a drive to the Avignonesi wine estate. There, the owner, Ettore Flavo, will show you their experimental 360º circular vineyard and the "vinsantaia" where their "vinsanto" and "occhio di pernice" wines are aged for more than ten years in the small "caratelli" wooden casks. Lunch with wine tasting. In the afternoon, there is a sightseeing tour of Cortona. Return to the Hotel. In the evening you will have a wonderful time eating together with a typical family of Cortona.
TUESDAY	After breakfast you travel from Cortona to Pienza and Montepulciano. Along the way there is a stop a the Poliziano winery before continuing on to Pienza for a visit of the town. After a break for lunch there is a wine and cheese tasting in Monticchiello. Return to Montepulciano for a visit of the city with its ancient cellars. Evening at leisure and dinner on your own.
WEDNESDAY	After breakfast there is an excursion to Torgiano. A guide will lead us through the Lungarotti Foundation with a visit to The Wine and Olive Oil Museum and a wine tasting. Lunch at the Tre Vaselle Restaurant or in Bevagna. After lunch you will take the bus to reach the Arnaldo Caprai wine estate in Montefalco. Evening at leisure and dinner on your own.
THURSDAY	After breakfast, there will be a trip to Montalcino. We will first enjoy a city walk in Montalcino. We will then stop at Casanova di Neri winery. After a lunch break at Fattoria dei Barbi, we will visit the Banfi Winery. You can see two different wines of the region closely on this day.
FRIDAY	Breakfast Drive towards Castelnuovo Berardenga and visit the Castello di Brolio. Following your visit to the Castello di Brolio you will go towards the Fattoria di Felsina. Lunch at La Bottega del Trenta. You will return to the Relais in time for a cooking lesson: "Along Etruscan Traces". Dinner, tasting the dishes you prepared and drinking a selection of "Super Tuscan Wines."
SATURDAY	Breakfast and departure. Note: Slight variations or adjustments to the daily schedule may be made.

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