Italian + Cooking & Wine

Learn Italian Through Taste, Tradition & Wine

Discover the Italian language through what Italy does best: food, wine, and authentic local culture. The Italian + Cooking & Wine course at OMNILINGUA combines structured morning language lessons with immersive culinary experiences in the heart of Sanremo, Liguria.

This program is perfect for food lovers, wine enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to experience Italy beyond the classroom.
Omnilingua Italian and Cooking Courses
Omnilingua Italian and Cooking Courses

Intensive Italian Course – 4 Hours Per Day

Each week includes:

4 hours of Italian per day
Monday to Friday
9:00 am – 12:40 pm
Small groups (average 4–5 students, max. 9)
Students grouped by language level

Lessons focus on:
Speaking and conversation
Practical vocabulary
Grammar in real-life context
Communication for everyday situations

Our small groups ensure personalized attention and rapid progress in a friendly, international atmosphere.

Why Combine Language & Cuisine?

Learning Italian becomes more natural when connected to real experiences.

In this course you will:
Practice Italian while cooking traditional dishes
Learn food and wine vocabulary in context
Understand Italian culture through its gastronomy
Improve listening skills with native speakers

Language learning becomes dynamic, memorable, and enjoyable.
Omnilingua Italian and Cooking Courses
Omnilingua Italian and Cooking Courses

Authentic Cooking Lessons in a Chef's Home

Twice per week (Wednesday & Friday):
16:00 – 20:00
At the chef's beautiful apartment in central Sanremo
Large terrace with panoramic city views

The chef:
Is highly experienced
Speaks clearly and patiently
Introduces students to the secrets of Italian and Ligurian cuisine

Students actively participate in preparing traditional recipes. After cooking, everyone enjoys the dishes together — accompanied by carefully selected Italian wines.

Discover the Secrets of Ligurian Cuisine

During cooking sessions, you may learn to prepare:
Fresh pasta
Pesto alla Genovese
Seafood specialties
Traditional regional desserts
Seasonal Mediterranean dishes

You will understand:
Ingredients and regional products
Culinary traditions of Liguria
The cultural meaning behind Italian recipes

It's not just cooking — it's a cultural experience.
Omnilingua Italian and Cooking Courses
Omnilingua Italian and Cooking Courses

Italian Wine Tasting & The Perfect Location

Italian Wine Tasting Experience

Wine tasting takes place:
Thursday afternoons
16:30 – 18:00
At the OMNILINGUA school

Led by a professional wine expert with many years of experience, the session includes:
Introduction to Italian wine regions
Explanation of grape varieties
Tasting techniques
Food and wine pairing principles

Participants taste renowned regional wines accompanied by typical local appetizers.

Sanremo, Italy

Sanremo offers:
Mediterranean climate
Beautiful seaside views
Authentic Italian lifestyle
Local markets and restaurants
A relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere

Studying Italian in Sanremo means practicing the language daily — in cafés, markets, and during cultural experiences.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for:
Food and wine enthusiasts
Adults looking for a cultural language experience
Couples or friends traveling together
Travelers who prefer experiential learning
Students who want to combine study and pleasure

No professional cooking experience is required — just curiosity and passion.
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Experience Italian With All Your Senses

With OMNILINGUA's Italian + Cooking & Wine course, you don't just study Italian — you taste it, cook it, speak it, and live it.
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If you have great interest for the Italian cuisine and love the local wines, the school is glad to organize a course made for you.
A course of 30 hours a week includes 20 hours of Italian lessons, 8 hours of cooking lessons (divided in two sessions) as well as 2 hours of wine tasting. All levels, from basic to advanced, are available.

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THE LANGUAGE LEVELS

The courses are divided into 6 main levels according to the common European Reference Chart for language knowledge (CEFR): basic (A1), elementary (A2), intermediate (B1), high-intermediate (B2) and advanced (C1). The school is aware that students learn at different paces and some might need more or less time to move on to the next level. Therefore some students may advance to the next level during the course. All the participants, at the end of the course, will receive a certificate displaying the course they have attended, the respective dates and the level they have achieved.
In the following section, you will find a brief description of the different levels, according to the common European Reference Chart for language proficiency (CEFR):

A1
A2
B1
B2
C1
C2
The Basic level is for students who do not have any knowledge of the language.
The Elementary level is for students who have a limited comprehension of the language and are already capable of making simple sentences.
The Intermediate level is for introducing students to more complex grammar. There is a focus on vocabulary and this allows the comprehension of more complex topics. At this level the students are encouraged to discuss and debate on several topics of common interest.
The Upper-intermediate level is aimed at those students who already have a good knowledge of the language and good vocabulary. Advanced grammar, phonetics and a specialised vocabulary are the fundamentals to this course. The students have many opportunities to talk about more complex topics.
In order to follow this Advanced course, the students must have an advanced language proficiency in Italian. Several aspects and uses of the language will be explored in order to enhance fluency in conversation.
A C2 level is essentially a native level. It allows for reading and writing of any type on any subject, nuanced expression of emotions and opinions, and active participation in any academic or professional setting.