10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Lecce That You Shouldn't Miss

For the last 17 years, The Awaiting Table Cookery school has been the most praised cooking school and wine programme in all Puglia. (And now the oldest too). Located in the historical centre of Lecce, Italy--or during selected weeks throughout the year, in a castle an hour south of Lecce-- students from 59 countries have chosen us as the best way to go deeper into The Mediterranean Diet, and local, world-class wines. Our school has appeared in The London Times, Food & Travel, The LA Times, Bon Appetit, The New York Times, Food and Wine, as well as Chinese, Japanese, British, American and Dutch television. The owner, Silvestro Silvestori, is a nationally-certified sommelier here in Italy, as well as a wine journalist for a major international wine magazine. All classes are hands-on, fun and actively spent in two of the most beautiful kitchens in all of Italy.

We organize: gourmet tours; olive oil tastings; dinners at select restaurants. During the dinner events at select restaurants you will learn where our receipes come from, what the Mediterranean diet really means, and so much about our wines. You will learn so much about our local culture through food. Dinners take place at select restaurants in Lecce, Trani, Ostuni, Monopoli. During our gourmet tours you will visit beautiful gourmet shops with an expert in the ancient Mediterranean Diet and food (you will learn what it really means, how it works and why it is so healthy). You will learn that it is not just about what we eat but also about our lifestyle. You will learn many useful principles and tips that you can apply back home in your daily life to improve your energy and happiness. During the guided olive oil tasting, a certified olive oil taster will teach you about the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil and why we should use it both in our food and as a cosmetic.

Salento Bici Tour organizes daily guided bike tour to discover the hidden treasures of the region. Tours start from Lecce, Otranto, Gallipoli and Leuca. Tours are avaible to everybody, also people not trained. Bike rental is avaible. They include wine or typical products tasting in wine cellar or farmhouse. The distance is between 10 and 35 km.

Velo Service will let you discover culture and traditions of Lecce. Either by bike or rickshaw, enjoy the city!

Espressino Travel offers unique, boutique tours and culinary experiences in and around Lecce and Puglia, Italy. Join us for delicious food and wine experiences, authentic and entertaining cooking lessons, and fascinating excursions. On private day tours or in small groups, our insider knowledge uncovers Puglia's best sights, immersing guests in the region's incredible cuisine, wine and culture.

Path offers truly unique active gourmet adventure and new ways of experiencing Southern Italy through its culinary heritage, finest wine and food, spanning from hands on cookery classes to introductory wine courses including field trips to local markets, cycling and walking adventures. Meet the locals and do what the locals do, talk to small producers and savor the best local food and wine, join small groups of like minded travelers, make new friends and please your sense with what's not on the touristic guides.

We carry out daily private tour lasting 5/6 hours to discover the most beautiful places of Salento departing from Gallipoli 09:00. The Maldives of Salento-Santa Maria di Leuca-Bridge Ciolo-Otranto-Lecce.

Discover the marvels of Lecce's Baroque and Learn about its Messapian, Roman and Jewish history by walking through its underground levels. It's like going back in time; this is not only a promenade but also a chance to know everything about Santa Croce's symbolic elements and get fascinated by the many allegorical details in the historical centre. Explore Lecce through an unbeaten path!