By Susan Berg
Italy is known just as much for its cuisine as it is known for its art and culture. What better way to spend time in Italy than learning how to cook Italian cuisine yourself? Your friends back home will definitely appreciate your newly-acquired culinary skills upon your arrival back home; a much better souvenir than a postcard.
Course Locations
Cooking schools are located all around Italy, including locations in Milan, Rome, Sicily, Bologna and throughout Tuscany.
Course Lengths
Cooking school vacations in Italy may run from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the course you decide to take.
Types of Courses
Cooking school courses can vary from intensive, hands-on classes to more mellow courses that allow time for touring in between cooking classes. Some classes focus on just one aspect of Italian cooking, such as how to make homemade pasta, to more encompassing courses that cover how to make multi-course meals.
Costs
Italian cooking schools vary in price, depending on the length of the course and what is taught during the course. When comparing cost, take into consideration what is included in the cost, such as accommodations, materials or group outings.
When to Go
Cooking school courses are offered throughout the year in Italy. Summertime is a popular time to visit Italy; if you don't want to contend with the crowds, consider planning your cooking school adventure for the spring or fall.
About the Author:
A writer and editor based in southeastern Wyoming, Susan Berg has over ten years of experience in the field. Berg earned a Master of Arts degree in journalism from Indiana University and a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from the University of Dayton. Her work has been published in the "Dayton Daily News" and online at websites including BiologyBiozine.com, Wcities.com, Trails.com, Travels.com and eHow.com.
