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The Charms and Flavors of Italy

Bespoke Travel, Crafted with Care and Passion

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In Italy, art is not confined to galleries. It’s on your table, under your plate, and in every bite..

CULINARY AND LIFESTYLE RETREATS:

Time to Unwind

Cuisine, connection, and leisure meet in our Culinary and Lifestyle Retreats, inviting you to savour the art of unhurried living.

With handpicked properties, immersive chef-led experiences, and exclusive privileges, each retreat is a celebration of refined indulgence—crafted to inspire, delight, and linger long after the table is cleared.

Note: For all inquiries from beautiful South Africa on our Culinary and Lifestyle Retreats, please contact Theresa at theresa@fdm.co.za

The travel collection

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Experiences Beyond Ordinary

Travel memory

Recent Trips

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Puglia

A plaza at dusk with a stone church in the background, illuminated trees, and people sitting and walking. Flowers in the foreground and a tower with a clock and cross atop.

Sardinia

Italian artisans don’t just make things—they transmit identity.

The Table Collection

Table Talk Italian Style

MEET MARIE B GIORDANO Founder

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About Marie B

French chic meets Italian flair.

French-born-with-an-Italian-twist, Marie B has always been in love with Italy. After years of successfully organising and planning culinary trips throughout Italy, she now brings a touch of Italian craftsmanship and tradition to your table with her carefully curated lines.

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"Italy’s artistry is a rich, sensory symphony that flows through clay, fabric, and cuisine — It’s a place where tradition and innovation dance together beautifully."

Marie B