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A feast for the senses

Chef in Residence Experience

Get more than a taste of Tuscany on this immersive five-day food-lovers' escape, featuring chef’s table dining, intimate cooking demonstrations, local producer visits and wine tastings.

Your stay begins with cocktails and a welcome dinner in Zita – an opportunity to meet with Monteverdi’s Culinary Director Giancarla Bodoni, Chef Riccardo Bacciotini and special guests Chef Nancy Silverton and Chef Missy Robbins.

Then, enjoy a range of excursions featuring local producers: a trip to an olive oil mill, a sheep farm tour to learn the art of cheese-making and truffle hunting.

This itinerary also includes a wine tasting, chef-led cooking demonstrations, and, importantly, time for you to unwind, relax, and enjoy the stunning views from our hilltop property.

This special Chef in Residence experience is available from November 11 – 16, 2025.   

This itinerary includes:

  • Three nights’ dinner in Zita 
  • Grand tasting dinner on final night. 
  • Three excursions to local producers.  
  • Wine seminar and tasting.  
  • Tuscan BBQ hosted by Monteverdi.  
  • Cooking demonstration.  

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