About Us



Welcome to TAVOLA TOURS!

We are an award-winning boutique travel company specializing in unique culinary and cultural tours to Italy. In Italian, tavola means table, where friends and family gather to share meals, have fun, and create memories.

Chef Franco Lania and Joan Marie Scott have designed all our tours with food enthusiasts in mind, allowing you to unleash your inner chef and enjoy the culinary delights and winemaking traditions of Italy. You’ll meet, learn from, and cook with local artisans who are true masters of Italian cuisine and have dedicated their lives to preserving the time-honored traditions of the towns and villages we visit.

Along the way, we will make many fascinating stops, exploring mountains and valleys, and witnessing some of the most renowned cultural and tourist attractions in this beautiful country, which boasts the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this blend of culinary education and cultural enrichment will surely enhance your Italian journey—all while you savor a slice of  “la dolce vita” the sweet life.

– Your friends at TAVOLA TOURS