CHEF IVAN’S CULINARY CELEBRATION FOR 6
CHEF IVAN’S CULINARY CELEBRATION FOR 6
an experience-based package in Cortona, Italy
Stay 5-nights at Casa San Francesco, a beautifully restored 500-year-old home in Upper Cortona that embodies the charm and soul of traditional Tuscany. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat features inviting living spaces, including a cozy main-floor lounge and a fully equipped Tuscan farmhouse kitchen perfect for gathering and cooking together. The primary bedroom sits privately in its own wing, while the top floor offers two double bedrooms that share a full bath. Just a 5–10 minute stroll from Piazza della Repubblica, Casa San Francesco offers the ideal blend of tranquility, history, and authentic Italian character.
Your stay is enriched by the warmth and hospitality of your host, Chef Ivan—the heart of Casa San Francesco and a true master of Tuscan cuisine. Upon arrival, enjoy a homemade cake lovingly prepared by him as a welcome gift. During your visit, you’ll join Chef Ivan for an intimate, hands-on cooking class where you’ll learn to craft classic Italian dishes using fresh, local ingredients.
Your culinary experience culminates in a shared dinner—a joyful, communal celebration of the flavors you’ve created together. For many guests, this meaningful evening becomes the highlight of their Tuscan journey, offering a heartfelt connection that goes far beyond a typical tourist experience.
Immerse yourself in the rich traditions, warm hospitality, and unforgettable flavors of Tuscany. Under Chef Ivan’s generous guidance, your time at Casa San Francesco will become a cherished memory of your Italian adventure.
package inclusions
5-night stay for six guests at the exquisite Casa San Francesco.
Private, in-home, multi-course Tuscan Cooking Class with Cortonese Chef Ivan Italiani.
A welcome gift awaits your arrival, featuring a bottle of wine and a selection of small provisions to help you settle in and begin your stay on the right note.
All utilities paid except the mandatory tourist tax due to the city of Cortona
Exclusive access to Stacey and Rob’s Insider Tips to Cortona.
An exclusive offering available only through Sojourn Ventures.
Exceptional guest services, thoughtfully tailored for every traveler.
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Welcome packets will be emailed to winners upon notification of their purchase.
All Sales are final. There are no cash refunds.
Travel must be completed within two years from the date of purchase.
Packages cannot be resold to a third party.
Reservations are based on availability.
In the rare event that an accommodation is no longer available due to circumstances beyond our control, force majeure, property damage and/or change of ownership, Sojourn Ventures reserves the right to provide an accommodation and experience of equal value and quality.
May be subject to a refundable damage deposit to be paid by the buyer. If a deposit is not required, the buyer assumes full financial responsibility for any damages incurred to the property.
Air and ground transportation are not included unless where specified.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellation prior to arrival may be subject to forfeiture of reservations and funds.
