Sophie Minchilli has been spending time in Puglia since before she was even born. Her father, Domenico, is from the capital, Bari, and his family home there has been her base to explore the entire region. She has since built a career there, sharing her passion for the region through social media, tours, and her new book, The Sweetness of Doing Nothing. It’s not surprising then, that Puglia – and nearby Basilicata – are some of her favorite places.

During this 5-day tour, you’ll have the time to truly explore all Sophie loves about Puglia, from a completely food-centric point of view of course. You’ll visit some of her favorite places, and meet her friends — in small towns, through the countryside, and by the sea — tasting, drinking, eating, learning, and having fun.

You’ll be based in Bari, staying in a luxury hotel overlooking the sea. The days will be full, with adventures both, but don’t worry, you’ll have downtime as well, to head off on your own to explore Bari in the late afternoons and evenings.

A FEW OF THE THINGS YOU’LL BE DOING

• Guided visit to the Unesco heritage town of Matera
• Day at a family farm in the Valle d’Itria making cheese and baking biscotti
• Guided tour of the Unesco heritage town of Alberobello
• Pasta-making lesson and lunch in a private home
• Day exploring the seaside towns of Monopoli and Polignano
• Lunch on the beach and more….

DETAILS

When: March 13-18, 2023 **

Where: You’ll be based in Bari, the capital of Puglia, staying in a 5-star hotel in a private room with sea view

Who: This tour is limited to 12 guests.

What: The tour will include very full days, with trips on our private bus. But don’t worry, you’ll also have some downtime in Bari, to explore on your own.

How: If you’d like more information, just send me an email.

If you’d like to see some of the things we’ll be doing in Bari, you can watch the episode we filmed with CBS Sunday Morning recently.

**I will be adding more dates in the future for 2023 and 2024. Since they sell out quickly, make sure you are signed up for the Premium Version of my Newsletter, to be the first to hear when I post them.