Our Philosophy

Our trips are designed by us based on our personal experiences. They immerse you in the culture and are infused with a deep respect for the Italian people and their traditions. We take pride in our support of the local artisan community and their businesses. Our trips encourage participation in and learning about the food, art, culture and crafts of Tuscany.

The Inspiration

Liane has made meaningful friendships with the people she encountered during her many trips to Italy. She has learned valuable insights into the food and wine, the culture, art and traditional crafts of the regions and developed a respect and understanding of the Tuscan’s relationship with their land and the bounty it supplies.
Inspired by the authenticity of the people and her memorable experiences, Liane has crafted a journey that allows for meaningful interactions and will be sure to create memorable experiences.

About Liane Cabot

My passion for all things Italian started decades ago when I married into an Italian family from New Jersey.  My husband’s father immigrated from a small fishing village called Vieste when he was 8 years old.  My mother-in-law’s parents both came from small towns near Naples and raised her and 5 siblings in Newark, New Jersey.  My mother-in-law, Gerardina (named after saint Gerard) taught me how to make pasta from scratch, and all the dishes that my husband grew up on.  She would enlighten me with old Italian sayings and traditions.  

I have traveled to Italy dozens of times over the last 20 years, both on my own and with family and I’m now officially in love with the country, the culture, art, wine, food, but most importantly, the people.  Like Gerardina, Italians are the warmest, most hopeful and helpful people I have ever met. Everyone I have encountered is truly an artisan in their chosen field.  Whether it is cooking, wine making, painting, or farming, Italians bring an authentic love to their work.  

I have tried to recreate what I have learned on my travels in my own home.  I started a garden with the varieties of tomatoes, onions, peppers and herbs that I used in cooking dinners for friends and family in Italy.  I went to work for an Italian restaurant in my home town, bringing back recipes and products to share with our patrons.  And now I look forward to sharing all I have learned and grown to love with you.  Dolce vita!