The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Lucca
Overview
Your day in Lucca is just winding down, the sun's about to set... It's time for an Aperitivo. This glamorous Italian tradition is loved all over the world, and this is your chance to learn how to prepare it for yourself, the perfect souvenir.
Preparing the perfect aperitivo is an art; you will learn how to prepare a selection of five elegant nibbles to pair with with a refreshing glass of fizz, ideal for sharing with friends in the early evening. Your aperitivo will be a bite-size representation of its local culture, using typical regional ingredients and local wines, such as a sparkling prosecco or a light red.
This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
- Shared cooking workshop
- Beverages (water, wines)
- Tasting session
- Local taxes
Meeting Location
Lucca
Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Cesarine is Italy's first national network of certified home cooks, who strive to safeguard and promote Italy's real culinary heritage.
• Cultivate relationships with local people: experience a truly Italian welcome in local peoples' home, as you enjoy an evening together like part of the family.
• Prepare an authentic selection of five nibbles with traditional local ingredients. Delight your palate with some truly delicious tastes of the local cuisine. Whether it's a bruschetta drizzled with fragrant olive oil, freshly grilled market vegetables, or a selection of the area's finest charcuterie and cheeses, it's the best way to taste and understand a whole range of local produce.
• Live the Italian way of life in a real local home. Whether you're unwinding after a long day, or just getting your night started.
• Enjoy a selection of wines from regional cellars and typical drinks: our hosts offer only wines of the territory.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks.
- Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
- Shared cooking workshop.
- Beverages (water, wines).
- Tasting session.
- Local taxes.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Lucca is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
- Shared cooking workshop
- Beverages (water, wines)
- Tasting session
- Local taxes
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
