Inside the charming Castle of Roddi, one of the most fascinating cooking schools in Italy offers theoretical and practical courses dedicated to the culinary traditions of the Langhe, Monferrato, and Roero regions, as well as iconic dishes created by renowned chefs. All of this in a truly unique setting.
The school features 7 modern stainless steel workstations, fully equipped with all the necessary kitchen tools. Participants are actively involved in the preparation of the dishes and will have the opportunity to taste their creations, accompanied by a glass of local wine.
The 7 workstations can be used individually or in pairs.
Alba White Truffle shavings are not included but can be added to the dish based on the daily quotation from the Truffle Exchange.
The course has limited availability, with a maximum of 14 participants.
The workstations are fully equipped for both the theoretical and practical parts of the lessons.
The event is simultaneously translated into English.
THE CHEF
Luigi Taglienti, born in 1979, is a Ligurian chef who built his career alongside great masters and in international kitchens. After starting out with Ezio Santin and training between Italy and France, he earned his first Michelin star in 2007 at the restaurant Delle Antiche Contrade in Cuneo. A second star followed at Trussardi alla Scala in Milan (2012–2014), and a third at Lume, the restaurant he founded in 2016.
In 2022, he opened “Io Luigi Taglienti” in Piacenza, a personal project he led until 2025.
His award-winning and distinctive cuisine blends classical technique, intuition, and contemporary sensitivity, shaped by influences from Italian, French, and international culinary schools. Tradition, modernity, and creativity come together in dishes designed to engage a broad and curious audience.
