A More Personal Way to Experience Italy
Lusso e Gusto was created for travelers who want more than a beautiful trip. It’s for those who seek connection — to places, to people, and to the culture behind every dish, every vineyard, every hidden road. We specialize in curated gastronomic experiences that connect travelers with the country’s local culinary heritage, focusing on rare access to producers, regional traditions, and under-the-radar destinations. No fixed itineraries. No crowded groups. Just thoughtful, immersive experiences crafted with care.
Our Philosophy
Travel, Designed Around Taste. Italy is not meant to be rushed. The best moments happen slowly — over a long lunch, in a quiet village, or inside a family-run winery few people ever discover. Our approach is simple: We listen first, then design a journey that reflects your pace, your interests, and your idea of luxury.
What Sets Us Apart
Beyond Traditional Luxury Travel. Most travel services offer variations of the same experience. We don't. Each journey is built from the ground up, using a trusted network of Local Chefs, Boutique Properties, Winemakers and Artisans, Hidden Locations far from the usual routes. The result is something far more personal — and far more memorable.
Local Expertise
With deep roots in Italy and close relationships with local partners, Lusso e Gusto offers access that goes beyond what’s publicly available. Every recommendation is carefully selected, tested, and refined to meet the expectations of discerning travelers.
Our Story
Founded in 2015 by Marie B Giordano in Piedmont’s Langhe Hills, Lusso e Gusto was born from a passion for Italy’s culinary heritage. With a background in hospitality and a life shaped between France, the United States and Italy, Marie B brings a discreet, highly personal approach to every journey.
A Personal Approach
From first conversation to your return home, the focus remains the same: to create something that feels effortless, meaningful, and entirely your own.
Your Journey Begins Here
If you’re looking for a different way to experience Italy — one shaped around your taste and your curiosity — we’d love to design it with you.
"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