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Meet Chef Franco Lania
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Tuscan Grape Focaccia
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Transatlantic Cooking Demonstration
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Sea Bass Ceviche on Poppy Seed Pumpkin Round
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Isle of Capri
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Creepy Witch Finger Cookies
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La Boqueria Food Market of Barcelona.
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American Bison Filet Mignon
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cupcakes with Lemon Mascarpone
New Recipes
Almond Spiced Biscotti | Neapolitan-Style
Sicilian Almond Paste Cookies
What's New
Cooking Inspired: How Franco Lania Found Strength in the Kitchen
I am thrilled to announce that my book, Cooking Inspired, will be available just in time for the holidays! This inspirational memoir chronicles my journey as a chef and explores how cooking can be a profound source of inspiration during both challenging and joyful times in our lives. Blending memoir with motivation, Cooking Inspired goes […]
The Science Behind Perfect Steak Juiciness
Why Juiciness Matters The incredible flavor you crave from every steak is a combination of melted fat and moisture from within the muscle cells of the meat. This combo is what gives it its rich, beefy taste and tender texture. When a steak dries out, it loses this essential flavor carrier, resulting in a tougher, […]
Grow an Italian-Inspired Produce Garden With These Tips
Have you ever dreamed of stepping into your backyard and harvesting fresh basil, ripe tomatoes, and crisp lettuce that could have come straight from the Italian countryside? Growing your own Italian-inspired produce garden brings the magic of the Mediterranean right to your doorstep. Use these tips to get started celebrating Italy’s rich agricultural traditions today! […]
TAVOLA TOURS
BOUTIQUE TRAVEL COMPANY offering Unique Culinary & Cultural Adventures in Italy.
Welcome to TAVOLA TOURS! In Italian, tavola means table, where family and friends gather to share a meal, have fun, and create memories. So chef Franco Lania and friends have designed all tours with foodies in mind, where you can let your inner foodie run wild as you enjoy Italy’s culinary delights and viniculture.
Homemade pastas of Emilia-Romagna.
CULINARY
Are you ready for a “foodie” adventure? Travel with us for an educational and fun culinary journey where you will create authentic Italian specialties with local artisans at hands-on cooking classes. We will taste the delicacies and sample the wines as we travel through the region.
Florence, Italy
CULTURAL
Italy is famous for its rich culture; it possesses the most UNESCO heritage sites in the world. Join us as we visit interesting cultural highlights and well-preserved ancient history to enhance your cultural understanding of Italy and the regions we will visit.
Ferrari Car Museum | Modena, Italy.
ADVENTURES
Get excited as we discover and explore the best of Italy. Enjoy a diverse adventure with us that will bring you to picturesque mountaintop villages, famous seaside towns, and fascinating Italian cities full of food and enchantment.
Piazza del Nettuno fountain in Bologna