Cooking with Chef Agnese at Villa de Donatis

Cooking with Chef Agnese at Villa de Donatis

Enjoy an authentic cooking class with the charming and personable chef Agnese in her historic villa facing the sea in Santa Maria di Leuca. Chef Agnese de Donatis, is an entrepreneur that has dedicated her talents and expertise in the tourism sector, turning her elegant family villa into a restaurant, guest house and cooking school.

Meet your guide pier side for a casual stroll along the scenic seaside promenade for approximately 30 minutes. You are at the bottom of the “boot” geographically, where Italy ends and while walking you will see the point where the two seas meet. Upon arrival at Villa De Donatis, Chef Agnese will welcome you to the heart of her home – the kitchen. Here you will find bespoke wooden furnishing that have all been carefully created by artisans according to the express wishes of Agnese, a graduate of the Boscolo Etoile Academy in Tuscany.

Enjoy a private cooking class where you learn how to prepare traditional Italian cuisine to be shared with family or friends. Such as Cecamariti - the chefs family recipe, stuffed eggplant, Apulian rustic focaccia, and a delicious Salento dessert. This is an interactive experience that you will enjoy feasting upon at the conclusion of the class before making your way back to the yacht. You are sure to pick up some new cooking tips on this informative and delicious Yachting Land Adventure.

Notes: This Yachting Land Adventure must be booked one week prior to arrival in the port to confirm its operation during your voyage. Cancellations after the deadline are non-refundable. Please book early to avoid disappointment. A minimum participation is also required to operate all Yachting Land Adventures, and some may have limited capacity. All adventures in the SeaDream Yachting Land Adventures program are subject to change. Final departure times will be published on-board.

Port: Santa Maria di Leuca

Duration: 4 hours

Current Price: 289 USD