Villa Delia is nestled in the village of Ripoli di Lari a village near the town of Collesalvetti, located in the heart of rural Tuscany, a sun drenched land where time stands still.  It is set amidst a serene country side of ancient cypress and gently rolling hills with mellow stone farm houses, solitary monasteries, gently preserved medieval towns and picturesque walled villages, yet within easy driving distance to the great cities of Florence, Siena and the popular Pisa with its famous leaning tower and the Italian Riviera.

The Villa, while maintaining it's characteristic style and friendly old-world charm, is equipped with all the latest modern facilities. From the 24 spacious guest bedrooms, decorated with typical Tuscan style furnishings, spacious private bath facilities, minibar, direct dial telephone and cable television, one can admire the vineyards and olive groves in the tranquil and peaceful surrounding countryside.

Recreational facilities include a swimming pool, a hard-surfaced tennis court and 54 acres of rolling hills to walk, jog, bike, and enjoy.

Sophisticated travelers can explore the world of Michelangelo, Machiavelli and Leonardo da Vinci as well as the delights of rural Tuscany, at their leisure.

Villa Delia will offer a relaxing and hospitable sanctuary with luxurious comfort, spectacular wines and outstanding cuisine.

The cooking school

The package consists of ten days and nine nights with morning cooking classes seven out of the ten days. Classes will be instructed by resident chef Marietta Menghi with some courses instructed with Umberto Menghi or other regional chef's in our Professional Cooking School. The course will specialize in Pasta, Tuscan Bread Making, Cucina Povera (local food), and General Tuscan Cuisine.

Mornings begin with a cooking class. The meal prepared during the class is served for that day's lunch. In the afternoons excursions will include; Florence, Siena, Lucca, Sangimignano Chianti Region as well as visits to local markets, local wine producers, wine tastings and cultural centers. Continental breakfast, lunch, dinner and transfers to Pisa's International Airport are included.