Epicopia

September 20 – 29, 2012

Join Harold In Italy for nine (9) night’s adventure in the region of Puglia, Italy. Puglia (or Apulia) lies in the heel of the boot, along the sun-drenched Adriatic Sea. Puglia offers access to the freshest seafood, crowd-free open spaces, irresistible desserts and pastries, distinct wines, and the 50 million olive trees that makes this region one of the world’s leading producers of olive oil. Come to Puglia. You will hear the voices of the past call out over the trulli houses… once you discover it Puglia will leave a lasting impression.

Three Nights Getaway 

November 18-21

A Dangerous amount of fun to be had.

Before the Holidays take flight come with us on an experience one should never miss. Don't miss out on an adventure flooding your senses with soul lifting jazz, divine food, and captivating art. There's no place like the French Quarter in New Orleans and it'll be the perfect place for you to kick off the Holiday season, stress free and feeling uplifted.

 Join us at Prospect.2, the premier contemporary art in the United States.  In this rare opportunity you will have a chance to see 27 artists from nine countries, including the United States, France, Italy, Sweden, Poland, Japan, Chile, and Vietnam. Those selected to participate are some of the most influential and recognized artists on the cusp of international careers, and artists making significant contributions to the New Orleans art community. Works will be shown at sites throughout several different neighborhoods of New Orleans, including Treme, St.Claude, The Warehouse District, City Park, and Tulane and Xavier Universities.

Founded in 2008 by Dan Cameron, Prospect New Orleans is one of the leading biennials of international contemporary art in the United States. Conceived in the tradition of the great international biennials, such as the Venice Biennale and the Bienal de Sao Paulo, Prospect New Orleans showcases new artistic practices from around the world in settings that are both historic and culturally exceptional, and contributes to the cultural economy of New Orleans and the Louisiana Gulf region by spurring cultural tourism and bringing international attention to the area's vibrant visual arts community. Prospect New Orleans is founded on the principle that art engenders social progress. 

http://www.prospectneworleans.org/

In addition to the impeccable Prospect.2 we will flood our senses with the enchanting French Quarter. Taking in its rich historical architecture and hypnotizing culture. We will dine in some of the cities delicious staples like Café du Monde, the birthplace of the divinity that is the Beignet. It’s said that the food there is so tantalizing that it will haunt your dreams. But don’t worry, we will do much exploring and find all the wonderful hidden treasures nestled away in the area.

One of our highlights on this grand adventure in the Big Easy is a visit to the Palm Court. Featured on HBO’s Treme, this is a fabulous and stylish spot in the French Quarter, is known for serving to die for Cajun and Creole dishes! In addition to being a phenomenal gastronomical dream it has the best of New Orleans traditional jazz presented in a classy setting; with tile floors, exposed-brick walls, and a handsome mahogany bar. Like dining in a fantasy it encompasses everything that makes New Orleans the gleaming gem we all fantasize about.

There’s so much to see and do on this excursion that missing it would be a lasting disappointment. This affordable experience is riddled with exciting entertainment across the board from the delectable food, the outstanding art, to the soul touching Jazz. To ensure that there would be no reason for anyone to miss out on this journey, we offer you a surprising affordable room rate, but hurry, we are almost sold out with only five rooms left (see pricing below for availability)! Please contact us at Epicopia Culinary Journeys to make your reservation, call us at 972.771.3510 or 877.661.3844, you can also book your room at http://hotelstmarie.com/ type code “EAT” into the search.

Hotel St. Marie

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Tuscany by any other name is still Tuscany, right? Most of us know Tuscany from the manicured and picture perfect hilltop villages of the Chianti located between Firenze and Siena or the stunning landscape of Le Crete south of Siena... but have you experienced the wild, unruly land of the 'butteri' (cowboys)?

The history of the Maremma in southwestern Tuscany began long before the Etruscans and played a significant role under the Romans. The treasures of this region are explored this October 19 - 29 when Aliza Green shares her love of the region along with a few days in Umbria on our exciting Pasta Lover's Tour of the Maremma & Umbria.

Click on the Download attachment link just below to discover a few of the delights you will experience on tour with Aliza. The attached article written by Aliza Green is an example of her attention to details and a great introduction to the food of the Maremma.  Only four spaces still available on this departure. Call us today at 972.771.3510 or 877.661.3844 for more details or see the itinerary on this website. Click "Italy" and go to the Pasta Lover's itinerary.

This is it!  Last Call!  Only two spaces left for our exceptional food & wine travel experience in Tuscany and Florence November 10 - 21, 2010. Join Harold In Italy for his last hosted journey in 2010.

Featuring the food and wine of the Land of the Renaissance in the very heart of Tuscany. Enjoy a full day at La Sagra del Tartufo Bianco festival in San Miniato. Experience a truffle hunt in the woods near Palaia. Taste the wines of the Carmignano wine region and visit two Medici Villas. Eat at several of Italy's best restaurants. Taste what the difference produzione artiginale means in Slow Food honored meats.  Spend a day exploring the birthplace and hometown of the most recognized name of the Renaissance period - Leonardo di Vinci.

Olive picking season is upon us. Discover how this humble agriculture product is turned into 'liquid gold'... Saffron fresh from production in San Gimignano. Explore the historical streets of Lucca.

And this is just the beginning!  Call today and ask Harold about his "special deal" for these last two spaces... 972.771.3510 or 877.661.3844.

Click here and access the complete itinerary.... http://www.epicopia.com/harold-in-italy/item/58-taste-the-land-of-the-renaissance-nov-10-21-2010-tuscany

As of October 1, 2010 Epicopia: A Collection of Food & Wine Travel Experiences has evolved with the new name Epicopia Culinary Journeys - specialists in food & wine travel experiences.

To better and more clearly identify what our focus is and will continue to be, we feel Epicopia Culinary Journeys expresses what we have come to be known for by our clients and guests. Epicopia Culinary Journeys is synonymous with the fast growing niche travel market known as culinary tourism.

Our goals are the same as originally and we will continue to focus on small group specialized travel experiences. We are pleased to work with individuals, couples, families, groups of friends, wine and food clubs and organizations and will continue to enhance your experience by bringing together more qualified destination specialists who understand your needs and wishes when you travel.

Epicopia Culinary Journeys beginning in 2011 will be available through local travel consultants who are affiliated with bonded and register travel agencies. We fully respect the role a trained and qualified personal travel consultant can provide to our valued guests.

Travel consultants: if you desire to become a food & wine travel advisor specialists contact us. We can help you become a qualified, trained consultant in this fascinating and rewarding niche market.

Harold D. Partain, CTC, CCTP continues as Founder & Executive Director. Harold has also assumed the role of CEO - Chief Experience Officer for Epicopia Culinary Journeys.

New itineraries are now available for 2011. More are being added as we create new programs in exciting destinations for your enjoyment. Favorites in Italy, Spain, and Turkey are back for 2011. Joining these great destinations will be opportunities for food & wine experiences in Portugal, Burma, Thailand, Korea, Nova Scotia (Canada), Mexico, and in 2011 you will see exciting new twists on travel within the United States of America. No reason not to enjoy the unique and memorable food and wine experiences right in our own backyards.

We would like to "thank you" for being among our satisfied guests in 2010. To our new friends we say "welcome" and trust you will find here a food & wine travel experience that will exceed your expectations. If you don't see a destination here and you have an interest in, give us a call or send an email. Chances are good we have a similar program simmering on the back burner. We'll add a few spices and toss in another vegetable and serve it right up for your travel pleasure!

We look forward to sharing unique and memorable travel experiences with you the remainder of 2010 and into 2011 and beyond. Call us today at Epicopia Culinary Journeys - specialists in food & wine travel experiences.  972.771.3510 or toll free 877.661.3844

2010 Taste the Land of the Renaissance was a great hit! We are repeating due to many requests for this wonderful experience!

Meet Harold in Italy in Pisa on November 7 and share 1 night in Pisa then 7 nights in the Tuscany countryside for the leading White Truffle Festival in Tuscany, a private truffle hunt of our own, visits to Lucca, San Miniato, Vinci, Carmignano... and much more plus 3 nights in Florence. The late fall and early winter foods are ours for the enjoyment. Olive picking season, Medici villas ... did I mention wines? Enjoy a visit to a cheese producer, wine tasting, and a chance to eat at some of the best restaurants in Italy. All yours for 12 wonderful days in the very heart of the Renaissance.