"Life offers you a thousand chances... all you have to do is take one." - Frances Mayes

Join us along with Amanda Tatom and her husband Troy, on this unforgettable couples' escape to Tuscany. We'll stay at Bramasole, the fabulously restored Tuscan villa of the famed book and movie "Under the Tuscan Sun," recently named by Conde' Naste Traveller as one of Italy's top villas.

Come join us for five spectacular days at a private villa just outside the charming town of Lucca. During the week we'll have our own private chef preparing delicious, homemade meals with locally-sourced ingredients. We'll take day trips to nearby Lucca, Greve in Chianti and Le Cinque Terre. We'll enjoy a cooking class, a floral workshop by Kalin, a wine tasting and mostly, a fan-tabulous, flair-tastic time.

Pastel-hued ports, wild thermal hot springs, dazzling clifftop views overlooking the shimmering Mediterranean all make for the three-hundred and sixty-degree jaw-dropping enchanting beauty of the Amalfi Coast. Join us as we explore, play and wander Sorrento, Ischia and Procida for five days through breathtaking, off-the-beaten path scenery of "La Costiera Amalfitana."

"Buono come il pane." Good as bread. - an Italian saying

Join us in the spectacular Tuscan countryside for a week of nature, architecture, art, history, culture, cuisine...and sourdough: the oldest way of baking bread known to man. During this retreat we'll have the chance to learn about the healthy qualities of sourdough, its processes and learn how to make it from expert baker, Ret as well as the Italians, right on the newly-converted ancient mill located just a few kilometers from the villa.

"It takes a lifetime to discover Greece, but it only takes an instant to fall in love with her.” - Henry Miller

For five days and nights, bask in Greece's blue, turquoise and white-hued seductive simplicity. Indulge in the abundant delights of the mediterranean lifestyle: fresh cuisine, crystalline waters, breath-taking panoramas and a horizon that stretches as far as the eye can see... all from the comforts of our very own private villa, with direct access to its own beach.

“This is my invariable advice to people: learn how to cook—try new recipes, learn from your mistakes, be fearless and above all have fun." -Julia Child

Join us, along with Kristi Heyer of 'Graze & Vines' in Tuscany for a gorgeous week of gathering, grazing, feasting and retreating.

We'll visit the charming towns of Lucca, Le Cinque Terre; we'll experience an unforgettable meal at the world-famous butcher Dario Cecchini's restaurant; we'll visit a stunning castle-winery in Greve in Chianti for a tour and tasting, as well as learn how to 'charcuterie' like a pro, all while staying in a plush private villa (with its own spa!) in the hills outside of Lucca.

Along with Christina Musgrave of Tasting With Tina, we're going to nibble our way through the heel of Italy's boot, visiting it's white-washed villages, pristine beaches enjoying the exquisite flavours of this glorious region. 

"Life offers you a thousand chances... all you have to do is take one."

-Frances Mayes, "Under the Tuscan Sun"

Join us along with Amanda Tatom and her husband Troy, on this unforgettable couples' escape to Tuscany. We'll stay at Bramasole, the fabulously restored Tuscan villa of the famed book and movie "Under the Tuscan Sun," recently named by Conde' Naste Traveller as one of Italy's top villas.

Join us, along with Kalin and Matt Sheick of Sweetwater Floral for a relaxing week indulging in Sicily's phenomenal flavors, breath-taking panoramas, and abundant terroir. At an exclusive private villa, we're gonna lounge, we're gonna laugh, we're gonna eat, drink and be merry on this gorgeous getaway designed to fill your senses in every way, in the company of other, fun, fabulous couples, friends, siblings...all of whom will feel like family by the time you leave.

Amalfi Coast: glamorous islands, our own private boat tour to where "The Talented Mr Ripley" was filmed; an outdoor cooking class in a citrus grove, views galore, delectable meals, incredible wine and, of course, all the laughter and camaraderie your heart can stand. We're very lucky to have Texas firecracker, Amanda Tatom joining us for these exciting five days!

Join us this autumn, along with multifaceted performer Stella Katherine Cole amidst the suggestive backdrop of fall hues in the Tuscan countryside for a week of wine, jazz, art, history, culture and cuisine. 

For five spectacular days, join us, along with Kalin Sheick of Sweetwater Floral at a private villa just outside the charming town of Lucca. During the week we'll have our own private chef preparing delicious, homemade meals with locally-sourced ingredients. We'll take day trips to nearby Lucca, Greve in Chianti and Le Cinque Terre. We'll enjoy a cooking class, a floral workshop by Kalin, a wine tasting and mostly, a fan-tabulous, flair-tastic time.