The Wild Foods Epicurean Experience
Timeless family traditions for all your senses.
Immerse yourself in the culinary and cultural traditions of our Umbrian family, our centuries-old farm and ancient village with the Wild Foods Epicurean Experience.
Discover the epicurean pleasures and the warm and welcoming hospitality of our family that has owned the land in Pettino since the year 1486.
The Wild Foods Epicurean Experience will touch all your senses with its welcoming hospitality, stunning scenery and rich flavors in a part of Italy far away from the usual tourist trails. Unwind and regenerate your mind, body and appetite with our authentic and exclusive family food experience in a rustic and unspoiled setting.
Our extended family will exclusively give you their undivided attention, indulging you and guiding you through 3 nights and 4 days and through every part of your Umbrian culinary and cultural adventure.
Wine & Dine
Each meal of the Wild Foods Epicurean Experience is staged in a unique setting around the village for a unique dining pleasure.
We’ll serve each lunch and dinner in a different location each with their own character and atmosphere, from private kitchens, to hidden wine cellars, outdoor areas, our renowned local family restaurants and the Lodge’s own amazing kitchen.
It’s a journey of discovering not only what you will eat, but also where you will eat and the people that will host you.
Luxurious Lodgings
Your epicurean experience includes three nights in one of our exclusive luxury suites at the Black Truffle Lodge.
The lodgings are spacious and beautiful with an amazing mix of contemporary, natural and traditional design. Each suite exudes a relaxing, pastoral atmosphere with many details and touches that will make your stay all the more pleasing to the senses.
It has a large bedroom, a spacious living room and an amazing bathroom with your own big, private Jacuzzi. Your suite also comes stocked with a rack of local wine, Prosecco and cuts from our homemade cured meats such as salami or capocollo.
And best of all Fabiola, one of the family, will be there to look after you and make your stay as pleasant as possible.
Pricing
The Wild Foods Epicurean Experience includes:
- Private Truffle hunting tour with Luca and Alessandro
- Shepherding day with picnic on the estate
- Pasta making lessons with Nonna and Francesca
- Pecorino cheese making lessons with Francesca
- Hands on cooking lessons of traditional Umbrian recipes
- 3 nights accommodation at the Black Truffle Lodge
- All meals and wine
- Transfers from Rome, anywhere in Umbria and around Siena with a chauffer
€4500 for 3 nights all-inclusive for up to two adults. Up two children 17 years of age or less will enjoy the Epicurean Experience for free.
Check-in will be 3pm on your day of arrival. Check-out will be 11am on your day of departure.
Book the Wild Foods Epicurean Experience
We have limited availability for the epicurean experience throughout the year, so we suggest to book in advance.
Before sending your booking we suggest to read through the important information below. If you have further questions you will have a chance to ask during your booking request.
Transport with Chauffer
If you prefer not to drive yourself, then we are happy to send a driver to pick you up and bring you to our village of Pettino. We work with very professional drivers with a very high standard of vehicles. We will arrange to have you picked up from anywhere in Umbria, Rome or in the countryside around Siena.
The Season
All year round, some activities are not available at certain times of year but we will find a substitute. We will confirm during the booking process availability of activities for the dates you request.
The Weather
Some activities such as truffle hunting and shepherding do depend on good weather. For each day of bad weather that prevents you from doing either of these outdoor activities, we will refund you 20% of the total price.
Temperatures in Pettino during each season can range from:
- -10 C to +5C in the Winter
- 10 C to 30C in the Summer
- 15 C to 25 C in the Fall and Spring.
Gear
Because you will walk through the forests and rugged terrain when truffle hunting and sheep-herding, it would be necessary to wear appropriate gear for these activities, including good outdoor walking shoes, and appropriate weather gear for each season.
You will need shoes suitable for walking in the countryside, runners are usually ok in the summer, but in case of wet ground or bad weather we recommend something sturdier.
The temperature changes a lot throughout the year and we recommend bringing warm enough clothes for the Spring and Fall. We generally wear long pants in the countryside in the summer, but shorts can be ok – it is really up to you.
Dietary needs & allergies
We need to know any dietary restrictions in advance, such as allergies or if you suffer from an intolerance. We are happy to cater for special diets such as gluten free, we can also accommodate vegetarians but your eating experience will be less varied.
Farm animals
Throughout your stay in the village you will be around dogs, Martina the pig and other farm animals.
Also, since this is the countryside are bugs and insects – but not too many.
Payment
Once we confirm availability for the Wild Foods Epicurean Experience we will send you payment instructions. Payments can be made with your credit card using either VISA or MasterCard.
We require a 30% deposit at the time of booking refundable up to 60 days before the start date of your tour. The remainder is payable 60 days prior to your arrival date which becomes 100% non-refundable.
Policies
Remember your 30% deposit is refundable up to 60 days prior to the start date of your tour. Cancellations after this date and payments made towards the booking are not refundable. In case you need to cancel your booking please notify us as soon as possible. Notifying us of any changes helps us with preparing each tour.
Changes or cancellations may be made by calling +39 333 498-5387, or, emailing us here.
Important information
Some further things to know before you book:
- You must have your own insurance.
- On arrival you will need to sign a liability waiver.
- We suggest you bring suitable attire for cold and wet weather outdoor activities.
- For truffle hunting and shepherding, you must be able to walk in the countryside comfortably.
Please enter your details on the form below and send. We will confirm your booking within 24 hours via E-Mail and send you further instructions, as required.
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