Who says winter break is just for sleeping in, binge-watching shows, and eating everything in sight? This winter, we’re adding a little learning to your holiday fun! Join our winter break courses to learn new skills, explore exciting topics, and keep your brain from going into hibernation. So, grab your hot chocolate, or your glass of Italian wine, bring your curiosity, and get ready to make this winter break both fun and productive. Because apparently, even Santa believes in lifelong learning! Additional information can be found HERE.
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Sentieri & Friends
Cin Cin! Let’s Celebrate with Italian Wine
We’re excited to announce that we’ve officially obtained our liquor license and are now serving wine! Come experience our selection of authentic Italian wines, carefully chosen to complement our delicious cuisine and bring a true taste of Italy to your table. We look forward to raising a glass with you!
October – December schedule!
Learn Italian with Sentieri – Zoom classes start on September 14th, 2026
For additional information on our classes, please visit our ‘Italian Classes For Adults via Zoom’ page HERE.
Italian Cultural Cooking Workshops in August
Italian Cultural Cooking Workshops in August Classic Italian Mayonnaise August 15, 2026 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Discover the Italian version of this versatile sauce and creative variations. Bagnetto Verde & Bagnetto Rosso August 22, 2026 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Traditional Piedmontese green and red sauces perfect for meats,… Continue reading
An Evening in Puglia . . .
. . . No Packing Was Required! Sentieri Event • Saturday, May 2, 2026 Sentieri welcomed our guests for an evening devoted to the culture and cuisine of Puglia. The program began with a brief presentation offering insight into the region’s traditions, towns and cuisine, followed by a buffet that… Continue reading
Sentieri Scholarships | 2027
Scholarship Opportunities for 2027 Sentieri Italiani currently has four scholarships available next year. To apply for any one of them, you must submit a short essay of 100 words or fewer on the subjects indicated below. All applications must be received for review by December 31, 2026. All scholarships must… Continue reading
“Cin Cin” to Our Amazing Series of Apericena!
A heartfelt thank you to Paola — our unstoppable head chef with a broken arm — along with her excellent sous chefs Antonella and Gabriella, the energetic kitchen brigade Mary, Phoebe, Alex and Lynn, our fabulous bartender Sharon and wine expert extraordinaire Francesca. And, of course, a HUGE THANKS to… Continue reading
Homestay in Piedmont – 2026
Impara l’Italiano Mentre Scopri il Piemonte! Visit the Monferrato region in Piedmont and live like a local while improving your Italian language! I offer personalized one-to-one or small-group Italian courses with a homestay formula for adult and senior students who wish to learn the language in Italy with an… Continue reading
Thinking About a Language School in Italy?
Scuole di Lingua in Italia Soci — A.S.I.L.S. (Association of Schools of Italian as a Second Language) Is it your dream to study Italian in Italy? Learning experiences in Italy can provide an opportunity to live like a local while improving your language skills! Below is a list of a… Continue reading
Genova Event • May 4, 2024
Free Zoom Presentation (in Italian) by A Door To Italy, Italian School Learn more about all that Genova has to offer Saturday, May 4, 2024 • 11 a.m. – 12 noon “…Vedrai una città regale, addossata ad una collina alpestre, superba per uomini e per mura, il cui solo aspetto la… Continue reading
Briscola Event!
Briscola at Sentieri! Saturday, February 17, 2024 • 4–6 p.m. Sorry, You Missed It! Watch for more fun and/or informational events at Sentieri A good time was had by all, even Stella! Briscola, along with Scopa, is one of those card games that almost everyone in Italy knows — it… Continue reading
Festa di Natale • December 12, 2023
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Come Play Briscola with Us!
Sorry, You Missed It — Watch for future fun events on our website! Briscola, along with Scopa, is one of those card games that almost everyone in Italy knows — it is also known in most other Mediterranean countries. Briscola is easy to learn but becoming good is not an… Continue reading
Explore Como with Us!
Sorry, you missed it! Watch for more in-person and online Sentieri events coming soon! Live Virtual Tour from Italy via ZOOM! The City of Como New Date & Time: Sunday, April 16, 2023 10:00–11:30 a.m. (Central Daylight Time) Presented in English Discover the beautiful town of Como, overlooking one… Continue reading



