Learn Salento cooking at Petra Country House near Lecce: taste and tradition. Book your vacation now!
Petra Country House: Exploring the Soul of Salento’s Past
Master Salento’s Cuisine
Petra Country House in Monteroni di Lecce, near Lecce, offers hands-on Salento cooking classes. Opened in 2021 by a local family, this retreat lets you dive into South Italian culinary traditions amid olive trees. It’s a foodie’s dream come true.
Cooking with Locals
Learn to make orecchiette, pasticciotto, and rustic pittule from expert Salento cooks. Classes use fresh, local ingredients, ending with a shared meal. Explore details on the services page.
Rooms for Food Lovers
Stay in themed retreats:
- Greek Room: Bright and inspiring for cooks.
- Roman Room: Elegant, with a culinary vibe.
- Messapian Room: Rustic, tied to Salento’s food roots.
All include Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and private bathrooms.
More Culinary Fun
Join food-focused events like olive oil tastings or market visits, listed on the events page. It’s a delicious way to experience Salento.
Sustainable Cooking
Petra Country House uses zero-mile produce and green practices, ensuring your culinary adventure supports the land.
Perfect Location
Near Lecce (10 minutes) and coastal towns (20-45 minutes), it’s easy to explore Salento’s food scene.
Book Your Cooking Adventure
Master Salento’s flavors at Petra Country House. Book now and cook your way through South Italy!
