Taste Calabria: Five-Day Culinary Journeys from Lamezia Terme

Grape Escape — Culinary & Wine Tours in Calabria

Grape Escape offers focused five-day food and wine tours operating out of Lamezia Terme, Calabria. Travelers seeking authentic culinary travel in southern Italy will find two signature itineraries: Jonica and Tirrenica. Both itineraries highlight Calabria’s regional cuisine, wine culture, and coastal landscapes.

Why choose a Grape Escape itinerary?

• Hands-on cooking and baking: Practical workshops teach traditional methods used in Calabrian kitchens.
• Wine and vineyard tastings: Multiple tasting experiences emphasize local grape varieties and tasting techniques.
• Local food traditions: Cheese-making, market visits, and village meals bring regional recipes to life.

Signature itineraries

Jonica — five-day wine and culinary immersion

Jonica focuses on wine tasting, hands-on cooking sessions, cheese-making workshops, and exploration of charming villages on Calabria’s Ionian side. This five-day itinerary is built around tasting local dishes, learning ancient traditions, and experiencing authentic regional culture.

Tirrenica — coastal flavors and baking traditions

Tirrenica centers on hands-on baking, vineyard tastings, and coastal dinners along the Tyrrhenian side. The itinerary includes visits to ancient caves and vibrant markets, combining coastal scenery with Calabrian food and wine traditions.

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These keywords align with the Jonica and Tirrenica itineraries and the business’s base in Lamezia Terme.

What to expect on a five-day trip

• Daily tastings at vineyards and local producers
• Hands-on workshops (cheese-making, cooking, baking)
• Guided exploration of nearby villages, markets, and coastal sites
• Structured multi-day schedules focusing on food, wine, and culture

Practical details

Trips depart from Lamezia Terme and highlight accessible villages, vineyards, and coastal settings across Calabria. Travelers reviewing Grape Escape itineraries on the Adventure Collective listing can confirm dates, availability, and specific daily schedules for Jonica and Tirrenica.

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Book or research Grape Escape itineraries via the Adventure Collective to explore Calabria’s wines, traditional recipes, and coastal food culture through immersive, five-day journeys.