Italian Language & Lifestyle
Visiting Italy is one thing. Living it is something entirely different.
At our country resort, we invite you to experience a 6-day all-inclusive stay where you’ll discover the beauty of the Marche region while immersing yourself in Italian culinary traditions and the relaxed rhythm of local life.​
You will connect with Italian culture through hands-on experiences: cooking classes using fresh local ingredients, wine tastings, visits to vibrant markets and artisan workshops, shared meals, and excursions to charming hilltop villages. Every day brings authentic moments that reflect the true Dolce Vita.
What makes this retreat unique is the family atmosphere—you’ll spend the week with your hosting family, sharing stories and laughter around the table, feeling at home from the very first day. By the end of the week, guests leave with new recipes and skills, but also with memories of flavours, friendships, shared meals and conversations that are hard to say goodbye to.
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PROGRAM 2026
24th - 29th April
12th - 17th September
​​​​Day 1 – Arrival
Welcome to Le Marche. Settle into your countryside resort and enjoy your first dinner, infused with authentic local flavours.
Day 2
After breakfast, explore Montottone, a village renowned for its traditional clay workshop — and try your hand at the potter’s wheel. Enjoy an aperitif in the medieval tower overlooking the town before returning to the resort for lunch. In the afternoon, join your first hands-on cookery class, ending with a shared dinner featuring the dishes you’ve prepared.
Day 3
After breakfast, set out for Ascoli Piceno, a jewel of Le Marche with elegant travertine piazzas and a grand cathedral. Wander the historic streets and enjoy lunch at a restaurant of your choice in the heart of the city. Return to the resort in the afternoon for a cooking class, followed by dinner together.
Day 4
Enjoy breakfast before a cultural excursion: visit Torre di Palme, home to a Crivelli masterpiece from the 1400s, and continue on to the fascinating Roman Cisterns in Fermo. Lunch will be served back at the resort, followed by a late-afternoon cooking session and cozy homemade dinner.
Day 5
After breakfast, visit a local winery for a guided tasting of five regional wines, perfectly paired with a light lunch among the vines. Spend the afternoon at leisure before your final cooking class, and close the retreat with a celebratory farewell dinner.
Day 6 - Departure
After one last breakfast together, it’s time to say Arrivederci — carrying with you recipes, inspiration, and beautiful new memories.​
What's included in the experience
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Five nights accommodation in twin or double bedrooms (with discounts available for double occupancy);
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Varied and healthy breakfasts, traditional Italian lunches and dinners at the country resort, always accompanied by fine wine and fresh water;
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Daily transport to villages, landscapes and cultural sites across Le Marche;
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Discover Montottone and participate in a hands-on clay workshop;
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Walk through Torre di Palme, a small medieval village overlooking the sea, with a visit to the local church hosting a Crivelli painting from late 1400s;
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Guided visit to the Roman Cisterns of Fermo;
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Visit to a local wine cellar with tasting of five wines, each paired with local food specialities.
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Hands-on cooking class to learn your favourite Italian dishes;
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Guided visit in Ascoli Piceno, exploring its travertine-paved piazzas, the cathedral, and the city’s unique medieval atmosphere;
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Group Size
Each retreat runs with a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 12 participants, ensuring a personal and relaxed atmosphere.
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Exclusive Resort
Throughout the retreat, the charming country resort will be exclusively reserved for your group, offering privacy, comfort and a true sense of home.
Not included
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Air fares
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Airport collection and drop-off​
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Lunch in Ascoli Piceno
Elettra Fabbri Jennings
Your tutor and guide
With a background in languages and a passion for sharing Italian culture, I will guide you through local experiences, helping you discover the Italian language, traditions and hidden gems of Le Marche. My role is to make you feel at home, answer your questions and connect you with the people and places that make this region so unique.
Culinary Experience at the Retreat
At our retreat, every meal is made with fresh, local ingredients, sourced from nearby farms and markets. You’ll enjoy authentic Italian flavours in every bite, from breakfast to dinner.
Breakfast - start your day with a very varied breakfast, designed to suit every taste. You’ll find the classic Italian coffee and cappuccino, as well as tea, yogurt, fresh fruit, homemade cakes, a selection of breads, cheeses, and cured meats.
Lunch - lunch is prepared with fresh, local ingredients, featuring a different Italian dish each day.
Dinner - evenings are dedicated to our hands-on cooking classes. Together, we’ll prepare traditional Italian recipes, then sit down to enjoy the dishes we’ve cooked. It’s a fun and relaxed way to experience Italian food and the joy of sharing a meal.​
Beverages including tea, coffee and water, are available throughout the day, so you can stay refreshed and hydrated whenever you like.