A Week on Lake Como

Lake Como in the Fall of 2009 was one of our most successful destinations.  We are  very excited with what we have put together!  It really is an incredibly beautiful area. The mountains, the villas and gardens, the movement of  the ferries between the towns on mid-lake, the way the scenery changes constantly with the light.  We were fortunate to have been introduced to the locals, steered to the best restaurants and wine producers, and showed the hidden gems and the local knowledge that we need to make Lake Como a Papillon destination.

We were all hugely impressed with what we tasted there.  Many of the recipes and ingredients that we tend to think of broadly as 'Italian' are actually from Lombardy.  And the quality is simply amazing.  Taken down to the microcosm of lakeside, we find a local cuisine as real and as varied as any we have seen.  And the wine is a revelation.  Especially the Nebbiolos from the Valtellina, just to the north of the lake: think Piedmonte meets Burgundy!  

 As for the property, our period-piece Villa Meridiana is situated right on the shore of the lake with stunning views of the surrounding mountains, and wonderful dining spots to enjoy them from.  The house was formerly an auberge, so Ellie is thrilled with her spacious professional kitchen.