marisa mariella

easy mouthwatering recipes that unite your family and friends

Join us for our Culinary Connections Tour 2025!

Wednesday, October 8 to Wednesday, October 22

Come with us!

Experience
the heart and soul of
Italian cuisine, culture, and community
where local artisans pour their passion into everything they do. 

 

The adventure begins!

  • October 8: Depart from Toronto and arrive in Rome the next day to take a transfer via air to Bari.
  • October 9 to 12: Explore the region of Puglia, Italy’s best-kept secret with its timeless beauty, authentic flavours, and rolling olive groves (anticipated visits to and around Bari, Altamura, Trani, Polignano a Mare, and Bisceglie). 
  • October 12 to 16 -Explore the region of Calabria with its warm hospitality, fiery cuisine, and unspoiled beauty (anticipated visits to and around Matera (in Basilicata) Vibo Valentia, Piscopio, Pizzo, Cosenza, and Reggio Calabria). 
  • October 16 to 21 – Explore the region of Sicily with its ancient wonders, world-renowned cuisine, and  breathtaking landscapes (anticipated visits
    to and around Taormina, Ragusa, Racalmuto, Valle Dei Templi, Trapani,  Erice, and Palermo).
  • October 22 – Depart early morning for Palermo Airport to get Transfer from Rome to Toronto, arriving same day. 

Itinerary is subject to change.

 

Plus…

We are so excited to offer many unique and immersive culinary experiences including:

  • artisans and their products, 
  • representatives of Cosenza Olive Oil Consortium and the Sicilian Cheese Consortium
  • hands-on cooking sessions, demonstrations, and tastings

More details coming soon!