We experienced the ultimate Italian culinary experience with David this past summer when visiting Villa Valentina in Lucca.  Not only did he create delectable Italian dishes indigenous to the region, but his charming personality lured even the most hesitant of participants into becoming “chefs” for the evening.  When there was a small electrical glitch that left the kitchen without power, he turned it into an enchanting evening of making gnocchi by candlelight…one of our fondest memories of the trip.  His culinary skills know no bounds and his friendly and open personality make him someone you want to be around and cook with all the time.  He won my heart and palette in Italy after making the most exquisite rabbit dish one night and the next morning taking the kids to collect eggs in the chicken coop to whip up the most divine French toast I’ve ever experienced.  I loved David so much I flew him across the country to my home to do a cooking lesson for my 12 year-old-daughter’s birthday where he seamlessly guided 17 girls through the process of making homemade pasta, meatballs, tiramisu, and three different delicious sauces…all the while teaching, dancing and laughing alongside of them.  I wish I could come home every day to a delicious meal cooked by David and conversation and a glass of wine with him at my kitchen island…neither of them will ever disappoint.

Another Delighted Culinary Tour Guest