# Event Details - **Event Name**: The First Italian Grand Tasting Tour - Sussex Made, Italian Soul - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 03:30 pm - **Event Description**: Guided E-bus tour tasting italian inspired Focaccia, Cheese and Wine + aperitif & digestif. Learn the secrets but also how to dance!About this Event# Grand Tasting Tour, Sussex Made, Italian Soul ???**A Taste of Italy, Crafted in Sussex**? **Friday 21st August 2026**? 10:00 AM departure – 3:30 PM return? Departs from Brighton Seafront?️ £65 per person — only 22 tickets available!---## Join Us for an Unforgettable DayThe Brighton Italian Festival is proud to present the **first-ever Grand Tasting Tour** — a one-day journey through the best of Sussex's Italian-inspired food, wine, and culture, all aboard the iconic **Big Lemon** electric bus.From artisan focaccia in historic Lewes to organic English wine at a premier vineyard, guided olive oil tastings, a live Pizzica folk dance session, and a Limoncello toast to send you home happy — this is one day, many flavours, and unforgettable memories.**Only 22 tickets available** to keep the experience intimate — once they're gone, they're gone, so book early!---## What's Included- ? Return travel on the 100% electric Big Lemon bus- ? Artisan focaccia workshop & Puglia EVOO tasting- ? Guided wine tasting at an award-winning organic vineyard- ? Alcoholic and non-alcoholic aperitivo en route- ?️ Grazing lunch- ? Live Pizzica folk dance session- ?? On-board Italian language lesson- ? Homemade Limoncello and a farewell dessert---## Tour Itinerary**10:00 AM — Departure, Brighton Seafront**Board the Big Lemon, meet your host, and settle in for an on-board Italian lesson as we head into the Sussex countryside.**10:30 AM — Stop 1: Lewes***Caccia & Tails — Artisan Focaccia & Puglia EVOO Workshop*Learn the secrets of fresh artisan focaccia and taste it fresh from the oven, paired with a guided olive oil tasting featuring EVOO and olives imported directly from Puglia.**12:30 PM — Stop 2: Oxney Organic Estate, Rye***Vineyard Visit & Guided Wine Tasting*Explore England's premier organic vineyard with a guided wine tasting and cheese pairing, then dance off lunch with a high-energy Pizzica folk dance workshop led by Mariangela Franco.**2:30 PM — Stop 3: The Secret Italian Finale**We end the day at one of Sussex's hidden gems of Italian culture — homemade Italian dessert, a final Limoncello toast, and time to soak it all in before the journey home.**3:30 PM — Return to Brighton**Arrive back at Brighton Seafront full, happy, and a little more Italian than when you left.---## Meet Your Cultural Guides- **William Ranieri** — Interactive Italian language session covering essential travel phrases and food terminology- **The Cheese Hut** — Sussex cheese expert leading an Italian-inspired cheese and grazing experience- **Mariangela Franco** — Talk on authentic Pugliese retreats plus the live Pizzica dance session- **Giannella Olive Oil & Focaccia Genovese** — The secrets of focaccia making, plus EVOO production, harvest, and tasting notes---## The Details**Price:** £65 per person**Includes:** Big Lemon bus transport, all tastings, winery visit, grazing lunch, Limoncello, and workshops**Seats:** Only 22 available, to keep the group intimate**Departure point:** Brighton Seafront**Return time:** 3:00 PM**Contact:** brightonitalianfestival@gmail.com---### ?️ Only 22 seats — book yours now. Sussex Made, Italian Soul awaits. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/af7f9180-9b53-11f1-812b-a39669a0e109-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/afb806a0-9b53-11f1-812b-a39669a0e109-rimg-w1200-h675-dcd8d8c8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/aff02da0-9b53-11f1-812b-a39669a0e109-rimg-w1200-h675-dcc8c8c8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/b02cc170-9b53-11f1-812b-a39669a0e109-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/b06e5e50-9b53-11f1-812b-a39669a0e109-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b0847e60-9b53-11f1-812b-a39669a0e109-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/b0d2ec80-9b53-11f1-812b-a39669a0e109-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/b10e20c0-9b53-11f1-812b-a39669a0e109-rimg-w1200-h675-dc181828-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/b17e47b0-9b53-11f1-812b-a39669a0e109-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b1be8500-9b53-11f1-812b-a39669a0e109-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir.jpg Agenda?: 10:00 AM - 10:00 AMMeet on Brighton Seafront Info: The Big Lemon Bus will be waiting for you on Brighton Seafront near the Pier ?: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMCaccia and Tails Info: Meet Elisa from Caccia and tails , learn all the secrets about Focaccia and EVOO and taste the beautiful pairing ?: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PMOn the route Aperif Info: Learn all about Cheese made in Sussex with an Italian Soul , have a small aperivo Italian style and chat Italian with Mariangela and William ?: 12:30 PM - 01:45 PMOxney Organic Estate Info: Arrive at Oxney Vineyard where you can taste the cheese you learned about and guided tasting of italian inspired wines made in Sussex. Great photos opportunity around the Estate and finally learn how to dance Pizzica with Mariangela ?: 02:45 PM - 03:15 PMDigestive and dessert at Crocodile Cafe Info: Meet and greet a genuine gem of Italian Cuisine in Saltdean. Taste a small homemade dessert accompanied by a glass of digestive. ?: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PMReturn to Brighton Info: Same location on the seafront but with a lot more memories to talk about and a little bit more italian ;) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brighton-and-hove/the-first-italian-grand-tasting-tour-sussex-made-italian-soul/100001995902779943 - **Event Categories**: dance, entertainment, workshops, food-drinks, wine-tasting, festivals, meet-and-greet, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes - Location: Multiple places - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 71.13, max: 71.13, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Brighton and Hove - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Multiple places - **lat**: 50.876786 - **long**: -0.1262901 - **full address**: Multiple places, Multiple places, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The First Italian Grand Tasting Tour - Sussex Made, Italian Soul - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/fc66802921252a6b0900ba57a16bd3ef9efdff4dcdd9334e18dfcfa513be0e61-rimg-w1200-h429-dcf8f8e8-gmir.jpg?v=1785447067 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The First Italian Grand Tasting Tour - Sussex Made, Italian Soul being held? - **A:** The First Italian Grand Tasting Tour - Sussex Made, Italian Soul takes place on Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 03:30 pm at Multiple places, Multiple places, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for The First Italian Grand Tasting Tour - Sussex Made, Italian Soul? - **A:** The First Italian Grand Tasting Tour - Sussex Made, Italian Soul is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 18 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing The First Italian Grand Tasting Tour - Sussex Made, Italian Soul? - **A:** The First Italian Grand Tasting Tour - Sussex Made, Italian Soul is organized by Brighton Italian Festival. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The First Italian Grand Tasting Tour - Sussex Made, Italian Soul is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Brighton and Hove, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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