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Cooking Course : THE TUSCAN TABLE 2010
COME EXPERIENCE SUPERB FOOD, ITALIAN LANGUAGE AND THE BREATHTAKING BEAUTY OF TUSCANY We invite you to join us in the rolling hills between Siena and Florence for a deluxe, all inclusive holiday that combines nature's bounty, art and Italian culture with the glories of the table – the very essence of Tuscany. LOCANDA LE PIAZZE is a carefully restored ancient farm decorated with objects from around the world, fabrics by Ralph Lauren and linens by Frette. This hilltop retreat, located near Castellina in Chianti, is set among vineyards and olive groves with endless views of the heart of Chianti country. A beautiful swimming pool overlooking a magnificent panorama.

The soul of Italian culture is reflected in the joy of cooking – straightforward, simple and robust! Whether we're roasting meats or making feather-light gnocchi, you will learn the Italian flair for serving traditional Tuscan dishes that need little adornment or fuss. Cooking sessions will emphasize local seasonal ingredients, wonderful olive oil, balsamic vinegar and the famous wines of Chianti. You'll discover the time-honored traditions of Italian cooking as we create memorable meals and delight in coming together at the table. Our Culinary/Cultural program begins with arrival on Sunday with a welcoming buffet and ends after a leisurely breakfast on following Saturday or Sunday. Cooking sessions, both participation and demonstration, alternate with luncheons and dinners in local trattorias. Sightseeing expeditions will take you through the magnificent landscapes, hilltop villages and rolling vineyards that are home to the rich cultural cities of Florence and Siena and the medieval towns of San Gimignano, Colle, Montalcino and Volterra. One market day will find us shopping for the freshest ingredients at Florence's Central Food and Vegetable Market, Wine tastings with a vineyard luncheon and a dinner or two in the area's best trattorias are part of an itinerary of cooking classes and guided sightseeing and shopping expeditions to Florence and Siena. Swimming at Locanda Le Piazze or hiking through the vineyards, meandering through medieval streets or shopping for ceramics make for a full but relaxing holiday. You will have six days and seven nights overflowing with the delights of the Tuscan countryside. The breathtaking setting, magnificent art, superb food and wine all contribute to the splendid atmosphere that is LOCANDA LE PIAZZE! .

SPRING: April 18th -25 - May 9th -16th / 23rd -30th
SUMMER: June 6th -13th July 4th -11th
FALL: September 5th -12th /19th -26th October 3rd -10th /17th -24th
PRICING Double Occupancy € 2600.00 per person/Single Occupancy €2850.00 An all Inclusive, Fully Escorted Culinary & Cultural Holiday Our program is limited to 10 students, a minimum group of 6 is requested, where classes are conducted in demonstration format, or a few hands on dishes. The week is scheduled around a full culinary/cultural, itinerary of marketing,sightseeing expeditions and occasional meals in local trattorias. Classes are held in Locanda Le Piazze's Rustic kitchen,and pizzas are made in an original antique wood burning oven . Our Hotel chefs will teach you the time honoured traditions of Italian cooking and the famous Tuscan dishes that emphasize local ingredients. Each class menu is nutritionally balanced and centered around seasonal fresh produce from our vegetable garden. This is a unique opportunity to live,cook and tour from a luxuriously restored ancient farm where the magnificent vistas and delicious healthy food all contribute to a stress-free, restorative week. From your arrival on Sunday to your departure on Saturday or Sunday, your culinary/cultural holiday includes the following: * Seven Nights Deluxe Accomodations Including All Meals * Five Culinary Classes with Wine Tastings * Basic Italian Language Conversation of 8 hours * OneVineyard Tour and Luncheon Optional * Guided Cultural Expeditions to Florence and Siena – Optional * Excursions to Medieval Hilltop Villages such as: Optional * San Gimignano, Colle, Volterra or Montalcino * Visit to Famous Outdoor Produce Market in Florence *Tour of an Olive Oil Manufacturer Optional *Tour of a Ceramics Factory Optional * Ground Transportation to and from Florence or Pisa Airport or Train Station *Special Shopping Trip including transport to Outlet Centers On request (Prada,Gucci,Valentino,Armani, Tod's etc) * Voice Optional is included in price. THE TUSCAN TABLE at LOCANDA LE PIAZZE CASTELLINA IN CHIANTI, TUSCANY 2010 RESERVATION FORM TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN ONE OF OUR CULINARY ADVENTURE WEEK ,JUST CIRCLE THE WEEK YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ATTENDING: SPRING April 18th -25th May 9th -16th SUMMER June 6th - 13th May 23rd-30th July 4th - 11th FALL September 5th -12th October 3rd -10th September 19th -26th October 17th -24th PROGRAM COST: The cost for a week with the TUSCAN TABLE(TT) at Locanda Le Piazze is euros 2600.00 per person double- occupancy and 2850.00 single occupancy. This fee covers 6 classes of instruction: 7 nights deluxe accommòdation, all breakfasts, lunches and dinners, tours and transportation to and from the airport or train station in Florence or Pisa. Rooms are all with private bathroom. 8 hours of Basic Italian Language Lessons. TO GUARANTEE YOUR SPACE Circle the week you are interested in and return this SIGNED & COMPLETED form with a 700-USD or 500 euro per person deposit to: Locanda Le Piazze Cooking Course. Sorry, we can only accept guaranteed bank cheques, made payable to LOCANDA LE PIAZZE Note: Prices include a no-refundable 100.-USD registration fee. Your balance will be due 90 days before the start of your program week. We will contact you the moment we receive your reservation to gather information on others in your party or to answer questions. If you require some assistance in arranging travel from regions of Italy, we can put you in touch with our transportation specialist. For all information you can call: phone 00-39-577-743190 or fax 00-39-577-743191 – or cell 333 689 5032

RESPONSABILITIES: We assume no liability of injury, delay inconvenience,irregularity, loss or damage to person or property, or additional costs resulting directly or indirectly from the following causes: fire,acts of government, theft or cancellation over which we have no control. The right is reserved by LOCANDALE PIAZZE to alter the itinerary or to cancel the tour prior to departure.The right is reserved to decline to accept or retain any person at any time should such persons health, mental condition, physical infirmity or general deportment impede the welfare and enjoyment of other guests: Any physical disability requiring attention or treatment must be reported when the reservation is requested. CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS: Full refunds or transfers of the reservations to other weeks are guaranteed if notification cancellation is received in writing more than 60 days prior to the start date of your reserved week. Written cancellation received less than 60 days but more than 30 days prior to your week's starting date will result in 50% loss of the week's charges. Any cancellations received 30 days or less to the start of the week with TT, will result in the loss of the full price of the programme. In all instances TT's 100.-USD registration fee will not be refunded. We recommend that individual travel insurance be purchased for your protection, in case you find it necessary to choose either a full refund or a rescheduling to another culinary week. TT is not responsible for any additional expenses that may be incurred by a guest in relation to a cancelled trip such as airline tickets, etc. I have read the conditions as stated in The Tuscan Table's material and agree to the terms.