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dinner in abruzzo

Land program priced from: $8,625.00 per person, double occupancy 

Two Exciting Departures

Group 1:  May 7 – 16, 2023
Group 2: May 14 – 23, 2023

 

A Culinary Journey Hosted by:
Chef Luciano DelSignore, Chef James Rigato &
Detroit Free Press

Discover Abruzzo! Join us on an incredible culinary journey away from modern Italy to discover this hidden gem in the center of Italy. This breathtaking region of Abruzzo is merely 31 miles from Rome and includes lakes, the Adriatic coastline, national parks, mountain ranges, UNESCO heritage sites, beautiful medieval towns, and is known for its diverse cuisine that changes from the beach to the mountains. Best of all, Abruzzo is the centerpiece of the movie ‘Dinner in Abruzzo’.

9 nights hotel accommodation, transfers and more

Breakfast daily plus dining as per itinerary

A very special visit to the home of Chef Luciano’s Uncle Tony and Aunt Lecia for a private tour of their garden, traditional home and private cellar

Enjoy a view of the sunset and dinner at Taverna de li Caldora, in the gorgeous village of Pacentro

Visit the ancient town of Scanno and enjoy a hearty lunch in this beautiful village surrounded by mountains

Explore Barrea, a storybook village, located in Abruzzo’s National Park overlooking River Sangro

Tour of breathtaking Marramierro along with wine tasting, dinner plus a very special private screening of  Mark Kurlyandchik’s film ‘Dinner in Abruzzo’

Experience artisanal beer tasting and dinner at one of Italy’s most respected breweries, Almond 22

Walking tour of the town of Chieti, which predates the Romans

City tour of Rome visiting some of the most famous sites including the Forum and the Coliseum

 

 

 

*Price is land only, per person based on double occupancy. Restrictions apply.

 

Day 1

Upon arrival to Rome, a Sky Vacations ambassador will meet you for your transfer  to beautiful Sulmona in Abruzzo. We will have one group transfer. However, depending on your arrival time you may need to purchase private transfers which our team will be happy to arrange for you. Enjoy a spritz and snacks as you check in for a  three night stay. After time to freshen up, enjoy a stroll to Ristorante Gino, where  you will hear about the history of Sulmona and the poet Ovid. After a delicious lunch, the balance of the day is yours to unwind or explore.

Day 2

Meet your fellow travelers in the lobby for a cappuccino or espresso before setting  off to visit one of the most beautiful churches in the area where a private tour has been arranged. There are tons of photo opportunities here so make sure to bring your camera (or charge your mobile phone!). We’re then off to visit with family. Uncle Tony and Lecia who will greet you with a glass of prosecco and give us a private tour of their garden,  complete with fruit trees and truffle dogs! Tour their traditional home and visit Lecia’s private cellar. It’s then time for a truly amazing luncheon prepared just for us! After lunch, we’ll head back to the hotel where you can enjoy the balance of the day at your own pace. This evening, meet in the lobby as we depart for the village of Pacentro where we will enjoy a view of the sunset and dinner at Taverna de li Caldora.

Day 3

This afternoon we visit the ancient town of Scanno where we’ve made reservations for lunch in this beautiful village surrounded by mountains. After lunch we’ll head to Barrea, a storybook village, located in Abruzzo’s National Park overlooking River Sangro. We’ll have time to explore the charming streets, shops and buildings on our own before heading back to the hotel. Tonight we’ve made reservations in town at Buonvento Ristorante and Wine Bar.

Day 4

What would a trip to Italy be without a pizza party? But this will not be your run of the mill stop at a pizzeria. The chefs have invited you to a private home where they will prepare some of their favorite pizzas and grilled specialities. After lunch, we’re off to Marramierro for a tour, wine tasting and dinner plus a very special private screening of Mark Kurlyandchik’s film ‘Dinner in Abruzzo’. Following the screening, we head to Pescara, where we check in at our hotel for a four night stay.

Day 5

We’ll meet in the hotel lobby and depart for a walk to Bruno’s for lunch, serving table side prepared fish and pasta. You’ll have free time this afternoon before we head out for dinner. Yesterday was wine tasting and today the chefs have arranged for us to experience artisanal beer tasting and dinner at one of Italy’s most respected breweries, Almond 22.

Day 6

A completely free day!

Day 7

This morning we depart on a walking tour of the town of Chieti, which predates the Romans! Lunch will be served in town before returning to the hotel (or you may wish to remain in Chieti on your own). Tonight we gather or our farewell dinner in Pescara.

Day 8

This morning, we depart for Rome. When we arrive, check in to the hotel for a two night stay. The day is yours to enjoy the city!

Day 9

Today we depart on a city tour visiting some of the most famous sites in the Rome including the Forum, Coliseum and more! The remainder of the day is yours as you discover the Eternal City.

Day 10

It’s time to say Ciao Italia as we depart for the airport. We will have one group transfer. However, depending on your departure time you may need to purchase private transfers which our team will be happy to arrange for you.

LOCATION NUMBER OF NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION (OR SIMILAR)
Sulmona 3 Hotel Ovidius
Pescara 4 G Hotel Pescara
Rome 2 Hotel Artemide

 

CHEF LUCIANO DELSIGNORE

In 1955, the DelSignore family embarked on a new chapter in their lives, immigrating to the United States from eastern Italy and bringing with them a love for true Italian cuisine. What began with a small Italian-style diner in Livonia, Michigan has transformed into a family tradition of excellence with the acclaimed Bacco Ristorante and Bigalora Wood Fired Cucina restaurants, as well as the highly-anticipated Pernoi, a collaboration with Michelin-starred chef Takashi Yagihashi, opening in late summer of 2019.

As a first generation citizen of the United States, Luciano possesses strong ties to the Italian region of Abruzzo, just east of Rome, and still maintains a family home there. He has become one of metro Detroit’s most renowned chefs, winning numerous “Restaurant of the Year” and “Best Chef” awards and receiving multiple nominations from the James Beard Foundation.

 

 

CHEF JAMES RIGATO 

As an advocate for all things Michigan, James Rigato is a leader in Detroit’s culinary scene renaissance. Rigato opened Mabel Gray in a small Coney-style diner on an abandoned stretch of Hazel Park’s main street in 2015. His sophisticated yet approachable menu aims to delight and nurture guests. His tireless work has not gone unnoticed: Mabel Gray earned one of James Beard’s “Best New Restaurant” semi-finalists and Eater’s “21 Best New Restaurants in America,” and the Detroit Free Press “Restaurant of the Year.” Rigato himself was three times a James Beard “Best Chef: Great Lakes” semi-finalist; a Top Chef season 12 contestant; and was named “The People’s Best New Chef: Great Lakes Region” by Food & Wine.

 

 

 

9 nights hotel accommodation, transfers and more

Breakfast daily plus dining as per itinerary

A very special visit to the home of Chef Luciano’s Uncle Tony and Aunt Lecia for a private tour of their garden, traditional home and private cellar

Enjoy a view of the sunset and dinner at Taverna de li Caldora, in the gorgeous village of Pacentro

Visit the ancient town of Scanno and enjoy a hearty lunch in this beautiful village surrounded by mountains

Explore Barrea, a storybook village, located in Abruzzo’s National Park overlooking River Sangro

Tour of breathtaking Marramierro along with wine tasting, dinner plus a very special private screening of  Mark Kurlyandchik’s film ‘Dinner in Abruzzo’

Experience artisanal beer tasting and dinner at one of Italy’s most respected breweries, Almond 22

Walking tour of the town of Chieti, which predates the Romans

City tour of Rome visiting some of the most famous sites including the Forum and the Coliseum

 

 

 

 

*Price is land only, per person based on double occupancy. Restrictions apply.

 

Day 1

Upon arrival to Rome, a Sky Vacations ambassador will meet you for your transfer  to beautiful Sulmona in Abruzzo. We will have one group transfer. However, depending on your arrival time you may need to purchase private transfers which our team will be happy to arrange for you. Enjoy a spritz and snacks as you check in for a  three night stay. After time to freshen up, enjoy a stroll to Ristorante Gino, where  you will hear about the history of Sulmona and the poet Ovid. After a delicious lunch, the balance of the day is yours to unwind or explore.

Day 2

Meet your fellow travelers in the lobby for a cappuccino or espresso before setting  off to visit one of the most beautiful churches in the area where a private tour has been arranged. There are tons of photo opportunities here so make sure to bring your camera (or charge your mobile phone!). We’re then off to visit with family. Uncle Tony and Lecia who will greet you with a glass of prosecco and give us a private tour of their garden,  complete with fruit trees and truffle dogs! Tour their traditional home and visit Lecia’s private cellar. It’s then time for a truly amazing luncheon prepared just for us! After lunch, we’ll head back to the hotel where you can enjoy the balance of the day at your own pace. This evening, meet in the lobby as we depart for the village of Pacentro where we will enjoy a view of the sunset and dinner at Taverna de li Caldora.

Day 3

This afternoon we visit the ancient town of Scanno where we’ve made reservations for lunch in this beautiful village surrounded by mountains. After lunch we’ll head to Barrea, a storybook village, located in Abruzzo’s National Park overlooking River Sangro. We’ll have time to explore the charming streets, shops and buildings on our own before heading back to the hotel. Tonight we’ve made reservations in town at Buonvento Ristorante and Wine Bar.

Day 4

What would a trip to Italy be without a pizza party? But this will not be your run of the mill stop at a pizzeria. The chefs have invited you to a private home where they will prepare some of their favorite pizzas and grilled specialities. After lunch, we’re off to Marramierro for a tour, wine tasting and dinner plus a very special private screening of Mark Kurlyandchik’s film ‘Dinner in Abruzzo’. Following the screening, we head to Pescara, where we check in at our hotel for a four night stay.

Day 5

We’ll meet in the hotel lobby and depart for a walk to Bruno’s for lunch, serving table side prepared fish and pasta. You’ll have free time this afternoon before we head out for dinner. Yesterday was wine tasting and today the chefs have arranged for us to experience artisanal beer tasting and dinner at one of Italy’s most respected breweries, Almond 22.

Day 6

A completely free day!

Day 7

This morning we depart on a walking tour of the town of Chieti, which predates the Romans! Lunch will be served in town before returning to the hotel (or you may wish to remain in Chieti on your own). Tonight we gather or our farewell dinner in Pescara.

Day 8

This morning, we depart for Rome. When we arrive, check in to the hotel for a two night stay. The day is yours to enjoy the city!

Day 9

Today we depart on a city tour visiting some of the most famous sites in the Rome including the Forum, Coliseum and more! The remainder of the day is yours as you discover the Eternal City.

Day 10

It’s time to say Ciao Italia as we depart for the airport. We will have one group transfer. However, depending on your departure time you may need to purchase private transfers which our team will be happy to arrange for you.

CHEF LUCIANO DELSIGNORE

In 1955, the DelSignore family embarked on a new chapter in their lives, immigrating to the United States from eastern Italy and bringing with them a love for true Italian cuisine. What began with a small Italian-style diner in Livonia, Michigan has transformed into a family tradition of excellence with the acclaimed Bacco Ristorante and Bigalora Wood Fired Cucina restaurants, as well as the highly-anticipated Pernoi, a collaboration with Michelin-starred chef Takashi Yagihashi, opening in late summer of 2019.

As a first generation citizen of the United States, Luciano possesses strong ties to the Italian region of Abruzzo, just east of Rome, and still maintains a family home there. He has become one of metro Detroit’s most renowned chefs, winning numerous “Restaurant of the Year” and “Best Chef” awards and receiving multiple nominations from the James Beard Foundation.

 

 

CHEF JAMES RIGATO 

As an advocate for all things Michigan, James Rigato is a leader in Detroit’s culinary scene renaissance. Rigato opened Mabel Gray in a small Coney-style diner on an abandoned stretch of Hazel Park’s main street in 2015. His sophisticated yet approachable menu aims to delight and nurture guests. His tireless work has not gone unnoticed: Mabel Gray earned one of James Beard’s “Best New Restaurant” semi-finalists and Eater’s “21 Best New Restaurants in America,” and the Detroit Free Press “Restaurant of the Year.” Rigato himself was three times a James Beard “Best Chef: Great Lakes” semi-finalist; a Top Chef season 12 contestant; and was named “The People’s Best New Chef: Great Lakes Region” by Food & Wine.

 

 

 

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