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Absolute Italian : Study Tour with Food and Wine Experts
意味十足 : 與美食葡萄酒達人遊學
- Course Code
- HTMG9079
- Application Code
- 2285-2080NW
- Study mode
- Part-time
- Start Date
- 22 May 2025 (Thu)
- Duration
- 7 days and 3 hours
- Language
- Cantonese and English
- Course Fee
- HKD39,900 (twin occupancy at hotel. Subject to room availability, single supplement applies for single-occupied rooms per student request)
- Enquiries
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Today and Upcoming Events
If you have enrolled and paid the tuition fee on or before 23 March, you may receive a bottle of 2015 Bertani Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG wine with autograph (retail value more than HKD1000 for wine). Limited amount available. First come, first serve.
Programme Overview
Highlights
Programme Overview
Highlights
With previous study tours to Bordeaux, Edinburgh and Japan, the School is organizing another study tour to Italy in June 2025! This study tour programme will focus on Italian food and wine. Through this study tour, participants will explore less visited wine areas and elevate their knowledge in Italian food and wine under the instruction of HKU SPACE wine educator.
- Classes and tastings at renowned University of Padova campus in the heart of UNESCO world heritage Conegliano - Valdobbiadene Prosecco Wine Region
- Instruction by HKU SPACE wine educator both in Hong Kong and in Italy
- Guided visits to wineries in Veneto wine region and food producers in Emilia-Romagna gourmet region
- Food-wine pairings with wine experts
- Stay overnight in Conegliano - Valdobbiadene Prosecco Wine Region
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Programme Objectives
- Develop an in-depth understanding of Veneto wine region and Emilia-Romagna gourmet region, including their geographical, historical, and cultural significance.
- Gain knowledge about the various grape varieties, terroir in Veneto wine region and the specific winemaking techniques employed in the region.
- Explore the tradition and specialties of foods in Emilia-Romagna gourmet region and acquire knowledge to appreciate these delicacies.
- Engage with local industry experts to learn about their experiences, challenges, and successes.
- Cultivate an appreciation for the cultural and gastronomic aspects of Veneto and Emilia-Romagna regions, including its rich history and local cuisine through food and wine pairings.
Programme Details
This study tour consists of two parts:
(A) Pre-tour workshop (3 hours) : 22 May, 19:00 to 22:00
- Study tour briefing
- Overview of Veneto wine region and Emilia-Romagna gourmet region
- Wine tastings
(B) Italy Study Tour : 8 to 14 Jun
- Two half-day classes at University of Padova at their campus in Conegliano
- Instruction by our food and wine teacher, Ms Alice Wong, in both Hong Kong and Italy
- Guided visits to wineries in Veneto wine region and food producers in Emilia-Romagna gourmet region
- Food-wine pairings at different restaurants
- Free time visits in Conegliano, Verona and Bologna
- Welcome and Graduation Dinners
1) Classes at University of Padova
2) Selected wineries to be visited
Nino Franco
After making history for a century, Nino Franco is the icon of Valdobbiadene Prosecco. While observing the utmost respect for his homeland, he undid – using quality and imagination – all the prejudices against an easy and standardized wine, one considered as an endowment of a rustic and pragmatic culture.
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Zeni 1870
The story of wine cellar starts with Bartolomeo Zeni in 1870: painter by passion, but carter by profession, Bartolomeo Zeni transported the goods of his region, like fish, olive oil and wine to the villages along the shores of Lake Garda and even to Lombardy. Today the winery has understood to build a strong relation of confidence with important restaurants around the world and being appreciated for the high quality of our products rooted in the long agricultural traditions of our lands, but always looking ahead to the future with continuous improvements.
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Cantine Bertani
For more than a century and a half Cantine Bertani has made wines that are recognizable for their identity, wines with a clear and therefore unmistakable stylistic profile. We have always chosen the path of territorial wines, even when it is method guiding us.
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Contra Soarda
The love and the passion of Mirco and Gloria gave birth to a dream named Vignaioli Contra Soarda. On the Bassano hillside, where more than 60,000 vines and 1,000 olive trees found the perfect conditions to grow vigorous and able to sustain the biological viticulture. For nearly a century, from one generation to the other, the Gottardi Family handed down the feeling of devotion to the land, snatching it from the jaws of disregard, to elevate it to virtue.
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Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale
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Parma ham
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3) Food-wine pairings
Parings of regional gourmet food and local wines under guidance of HKU SPACE wine educator.
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4) Free time visits in Conegliano, Verona and Bologna
Enjoy your own-paced exploring in these attractive Italian towns.
Conegliano
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Verona
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Bologna
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| Application Code | 2285-2080NW | Apply Online Now |
| Start Date | 22 May 2025 (Thu) | |
| Apply Online Now | ||
Modules & Class Details
Class Details
Tuition Fee Details:
| Tuition fee covers | Tuition fee doesn’t cover |
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• 3 hour pre-tour workshop with wine tastings in Hong Kong
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• Round-trip air transportation between Hong Kong and Italy |
Notes:
- Unless there are extenuating circumstances determined by the college, such as insufficient enrollment or unforeseen emergencies beyond the control of the college resulting in course cancellation, all fees paid are non-refundable.
General terms and conditions:
- All images depicting food and accommodation are intended for illustrative purposes only.
- Food and accommodation are subject to availability. The tour itinerary is subject to modification at any time, and alternative food and accommodation of equivalent will be provided as replacements without prior notification.
Teachers
Teacher Information
Alice Wong
- Certified WSET Level 2 and 3 in Wine, and Vinitaly Italian Wine Educator
- 5StarsWine Judge
- Speaker for various International Wine Events (Wine2Wine Business Forum, Hong Kong International Wines and Spirits Fair, etc.)
- Collaborator with various Italian Government Agencies
- Deputy Master of the Cavalieri del Tartufo e dei Vini di Alba – Hong Kong Delegation
- Board Member and Chair of Social Committee of The American Club Hong Kong
- Winner of the 2020 Hong Kong Living Influencer Award
Fee & Entry Requirements
Fee
- HKD39,900 (twin occupancy at hotel. Subject to room availability, single supplement applies for single-occupied rooms per student request)
Entry Requirements
- Applicants shall be aged at least 18 years or above, and should not have any health problems that make them unfit for wine tasting.
- Applicants should have good English proficiency especially in reading and listening. Some prior wine knowledge is preferred.
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Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment.
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