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About chefbikeski

Culinary Director and Owner of Italiaoutdoors Food and Wine. Creator of uniquely personalized tours in Italy. Small groups, owner/expert led, customized to your desires, your budget. We personally design and lead each and every tour ourselves, to deliver the best in personalized service.

Testaroli con Pesto alla Genovese

Adventurous clients on our Italiaoutdoors Food and Wine tours in Italy appreciate being introduced to the distinctive regional dishes that are unique to the areas we visit. These are not dishes you will find at Olive Garden, but authentic cuisine … Continue reading

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Walk and Wine in the Veneto – Prà Soave and Valpolicella

The Soave DOC zone is located in the hills surrounding the town of Soave, a beautiful walled town that is our launching point for our Italiaoutdoors Food and Wine Amarone Walk and Wine tour. The vineyards lie in the Tramigna, … Continue reading

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Sformato di Parmigiano with Caramelized Pears

We indulge in many wonderful Italian specialties with guests on our private walking and cycling tours in Italy, but one that always generates lots of discussion is Parmigiano Reggiano cheese – primarily because it can be found back home in … Continue reading

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Walk and Wine in Tuscany – Podere Le Ripi

Our Italiaoutdoors Tuscany Walk and Wine tour is an immersion into the history, natural beauty, culture and cuisine of two of Tuscany’s finest wine zones, Montepulciano and Montalcino. One of the truly unique destinations on our daily walks is Podere … Continue reading

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