Upcoming Escapes
Kombi Diner - Event Catering
Cooking and dining experiences for groups of 8 to 10 at home in accessible backyard or chosen picturesque location.
A unique and special experience for your next event or function.
A Taste of Italy Weekend getaways Spring: 12 - 14 April 2024
Enjoy A Taste of Italy on the Fleurieu Peninsula at Waverley Estate. A two night getaway to enjoy delicious meals, fine wines, traditional Italian cooking and pasta making and a little Italian language.
Tuscan Experience
4 - 13 May 2024
3 - 13 May 2025
A two week indulgent and relaxing stay in the heart of Tuscany and Cinque Terre in a 15th Century villa. Experience Italy's incredible gastronomy while exploring picturesque locales.
Simply Sicily
18 - 27 May 2024 (SOLD OUT)
24 May -03 June 2025
Refined hospitality in an environment of rare beauty. Let Sicily seduce you as it has to visitors for centuries.
Renato's Story
An experienced lecturer, Renato Di Stefano has a passion for Italy, Italian food and the romantic Italian language.
From an early age, under his Nonna's guidance, Renato learned the correlation between choice, fresh ingredients often gathered at local markets and delicious meals. His childhood experiences together with the repertoire of tips and tricks learned while helping Nonna prepare family meals laid the foundations for Renato's love of good food and traditional Italian cooking.
Enjoyable Learning
As a TAFE lecturer for many years, Renato introduced the concept of teaching the Italian language and culture through it's cuisine, giving students a small taste of the broad and varied gastronomy of Italy's regions.
Relax & Explore
Hosting tours in Italy since 2002, Renato's tours are a point of difference. With strong local ties, a passionate knowledge of the region and a casual relaxed pace, an Eat Learn Live tour gives you a taste of the real Italian lifestyle.
