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This study tour will take place with TUCO Partner LWC in the Northern Italian Region and will take in several visits to some of their most trusted suppliers. It's an opportunity to taste some amazing products, cook with local ingredients and immerse yourself in a region famous for quality.

Overview

Who is this for?

This study tour has been developed for chefs, retail managers, event managers and members of the team who are responsible for purchasing alcohol. 

There are also 2 bursary places available and the TUCO Academy will be accepting applications up to the closing date of the 30th of July 2024 through the following form: Bursary Application Form Please do not use the booking form button on the right (when it goes live).

Why should I take part?

This study tour is designed to showcase leading examples of wine, prosecco, beer and olive oil. Along with the cuisine of Northern Italy, this is a celebration of fresh ingredients, traditional recipes, and craftsmanship paired with some of the most respected wines in the world and a testament to the rich culinary heritage of the region.

How will it help me?

During the event, you will…

  • Network with likeminded TUCO Academy members from institutions across the UK, creating links for your institution making your network stronger and building confidence and motivation amongst teams
  • Experience, wine and Grappa tastings and a Prosecco masterclass
  • Examine current offerings from the existing market
  • Make (and eat) your own pasta and pair wine from the region
  • Visit the Peroni Brewery
  • Visit a North Italian Vineyard
  • Experience an Olive oil tutorial
  • Visit Treviso, Padua and Venice and eat authentic North Italian cuisine

What’s included?

  • Overnight accommodation in Italy
  • Food and drink each day
  • Travel around Northern Italy and refreshments throughout
  • Return Flights to Venice

What’s not included?

Anything not listed on the itinerary including, but not limited to:

  • Additional drinks, room service, etc. 

Provisional Itinerary:

Final itineraries will be emailed approx. 1 week prior to Tour commencement.

TBC - Day one on the 2nd of September will start at Manchester for a flight to Venice that departs at 08:00 so please consider travel and accommodation as check in will be @06:00. Day four on the 5th of September arrives back at approx 23:30.

If you are interested in this tour please email Sarah Mcloughlin at [email protected]

FAQs

  • I can’t see a particular course/training, can you run it?

    If you are interested in receiving training that is not already offered by TUCO Academy, pop us an email or give us a call and we will see if we can source it for you. By going through TUCO Academy you will be able to purchase the training at a subsidised rate and if you can offer the training to other members it will reduce the cost further. 

    Does this answer your question? If not, you can contact us directly.

  • Can I request a course or development day be held at my organisation?

    The TUCO Academy has worked hard to offer all training at a subsidised price, agreeing reduced corporate contract rates with hotels etc. - yet still understands the benefits of in-house training. To that end, working alongside the professional trainers, TUCO Academy can arrange for events to be held at your own institution, for no extra cost. 

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  • Who can use the training with TUCO Academy?

    All professional development events are available for ANY staff in institutions who are members of TUCO, not just employees in the hospitality, catering and commercial services department.

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  • Can I book on behalf of someone else in my organisation?

    Yes – the person making the booking doesn’t have to attend.

    Does this answer your question? If not, you can contact us directly.

  • How do I pay for my professional development event?

    You can opt to pay by credit card on the booking form directly or select to pay by invoice. If you need to submit a purchase order this can be entered in the booking form.

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