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Sorento, Amalfi Coast -
Mediterranean Cooking Class
Vacations
For Single Travelers and
Friends
An The Amalfi region is truly one of the most idyllic on
earth. From the time of Etruscans to present movie stars, this has been
area that has long enchanted travelers. Sundry excursions during this
week-long Amalfi culinary vacation will take you from the posh island of
Capri to the ancient ruins of Pompeii, and the cobblestoned medieval
streets of Amalfi at the cliff's base. An expanse of precarious road will
take you between villages, running through lush greenery and vineyards
nestled in the folds of the jagged cliffs.
Sant' Agata sui due Golfi
is situated about 10 km from Sorrento. It is one of the "pearls" in the Gulf of
Naples and the Gulf of Salerno, facing Capri. The site of your Amalfi Coast
culinary vacation will be a lovely four-star relais hotel of only seven rooms
(and five suites) situated on one of the hills of Sant' Agata sui due Golfi.
The villa was originally built in 1892 for a rich German aristocrat as a
luxurious residence. It has recently been painstakingly restored and is now a
splendid hotel, complete with impeccably furnished interiors and a fine
ambiance. There are also three recently completed apartments on the property.
The facilities include a gorgeous 15 meter swimming pool with jacuzzi and
sauna, tennis court, outdoor dining, wine bar, exercise room, and lush
vegetation. Just completed is a charming cantina in the main building (complete
with Cuban cigars) and an incredible wine cave with premium wines from Italy,
France and Australia. The relais has also acquired a breathtaking private
beach, with shuttle service from the hotel.
 About the cooking lessons: The cooking
classes will be held in the large teaching kitchen built specifically for
your culinary vacation with The International Kitchen. It features
spacious granite counters, a large professional range and an outdoor
veranda where you can enjoy a break between courses. Your Mediterranean
cooking classes will be led by Chef Carmen. Carmen will teach you such
typical southern Italian dishes as Sorrento-style gnocchi, stuffed
calamari, and Neapolitan-style artichokes. All dishes use the freshest
ingredients and recipes that have been passed down for many generations.
Your final cooking lesson of the week will teach you the essentials of
preparing true Neapolitan style pizza! After your cooking lesson you will
feast on what you have made, so be prepared to cook, eat, drink and
laugh!
Day One of Four - or Six- night
program
- Pickup from the Naples airport (around
12:00 noon) or train station (around 2:30
pm).
- Arrival at the charming hotel where
you check in to your deluxe room. If you are not
jet-lagged, you may wish to take a short walk into
Sant'Agata to do a little exploring. This is a
charming little town; perhaps stop with the locals
for a coffee and one of the pastry specialties of the
region, or just stroll along the old
streets.
- Time to rest before your welcome
dinner at the hotel's elegant restaurant, enjoying a
superb dinner of local cuisine.
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Day Three
- Breakfast.
- Today’s visit to Pompeii ruins by train
with an English speaking local
guide
- Light lunch in a very simple trattoria in
Sorrento
- This evening your next cooking class,
followed by dinner with wine.
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Cooking Classes - Dates
2012
March 4- 10 / March 11- 17 (Open date) / March
18- 24 / March 25- 31 / April 1-7 (WoW week) / April 8-14 / April 15- 21
(sold out) / April 22- 28 / April 29- May 5 / May 6- 12 / May 13- 19
(Open date) / May 20- 26 /June 3- 9 / June 10- 16 / June 17- 23 / June
24- 30 / July 1- 7 / July 8- 14 / July 15- 21 (Open date) / July
22- 28 / July 29- August 4 / August 5- 11/ August 12- 18 / August 19- 23
(only 4 night available) / August 27- September 2 / September 2- 8 /
September 9 -15 / September 16- 22 / September 23- 29 / September 30-
October 6 (Open date) / October 7- 13 / October 14- 20 / October 21- 27
/ October 28 – November 3
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