When a decade ago we coined the name “Casa Mia” we wanted to associate our newborn culinary travel company with the welcoming attitude Italians show when they open their homes to friends and family. This still reflects our core philosophy today. Now, ten years wiser, we applaud how far that budding start-up has come, and looking back on its milestones, achievements and rollercoaster ride over time fills us with pride and excitement. Happy birthday, Casa Mia!
Casa Mia Italy Food & Wine 2015, how it started
It all started with our desire to give back and introduce travelers to the flavors and people behind the gastronomic bounty of Italy, preserving authenticity and supporting small businesses. This holds true to this day. We have not lost sight of the boutique nature of our personalized service.
What began as a handful of pioneer experiences in Rome, Naples and Palermo, is now an ambitious catalog of wide-ranging, high-end services spanning the regions of Tuscany, Emilia-Romagna, Piemonte, Veneto, Campania, with a much larger and more articulate reach in and around Lazio and Sicily. We plan to continue the expansion to off-the-beaten path destinations that we love and that merit your attention. Underappreciated areas like Abruzzo, Sardinia and the Dolomites, to mention a few. Our approach towards this growth is the same sustainable, ethical and “slow” one that defined us when we first started.
Casa Mia Tours 2020, a new (strange) normal
When the lockdowns of 2020 hit, we suffered, like many, huge loss. We saw years of hard work pulverize before our eyes in a matter of days. Cancellations and fear were the language we had to learn daily. Yet, we still dreamed of welcoming Italy lovers into our homes, and so we did.
In a matter of weeks we performed the proverbial Covid pivot and reinvented Casa Mia Tours 2.0, offering virtual cooking classes, wine and cheese tastings and cultural seminars online. The community response was overwhelming. It confirmed that daring and believing in a dream brings us closer to its realization. Not only has online learning become another aspect of our business, but when the borders reopened and travel resumed, that dream grew and gave life to new facets of what Casa Mia Tours has to offer.
Casa Mia Tours 2025, daring to dream
Casa Mia Tours operates with clear values that guide our work. We prioritize showing you the real Italy, revealing its most true essence. Our purpose is still to connect travelers with the heart of each destination. Our vision gives you the recipe for Italianità, aiming for you to feel the pulse of the places you visit. Our mission focuses on custom-tailored service. Our biggest victory is making your experience meaningful, memorable, one-of-a-kind. As we celebrate ten years of hard work, we reaffirm our principles and our commitment to you and your travel experience in “our” Italy.
A decade stronger and laser-focused on the needs of our customers – in addition to the successful food tours, wine tastings, art explorations, vineyard and farm excursions, and cooking lessons hosted in warm home environments – now Casa Mia Tours also excels in designing virtual learning seminars, event planning services and fully customized private multi-day itineraries.
Happy Birthday, Casa Mia Tours!
As we celebrate the milestone of our 10-year anniversary today, April 22, 2025, we at Casa Mia Tours are filled with gratitude and excitement. Over the past decade, we’ve had the privilege of sharing the beauty and culture of our beloved destinations with countless travelers. Thank you for loving it all: from the small-scale explorations to the unforgettable big adventures. Creating each experience has been a labor of love, driven by our passion for hospitality and authenticity.
Join us in celebrating this significant moment as we reflect on the incredible path we’ve tread, honor the relationships we’ve built, and look forward to many more years of creating unforgettable memories together. Here’s to the past, present, and future of Casa Mia Tours. Salute!
