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Pricing and Policies for The Awaiting Table in Lecce
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Traditionally, cookery schools in Italy have been for the wealthy and retired or semi-retired, and to a large extent, in Tuscany, they still are. It is, in the end, who can best afford such prices. But here in provincial Italy, real life is still very affordable. It’s allowed us to keep our classes available to a diverse range of people from various age groups, nations and economic backgrounds.
Click here for a Calendar of our available courses.
Here are our prices for the 2008 season:
(See www.xe.com for a convenient currency conversion).
Pricing Information:
Week-long courses:
2145 Euro per person
1895 Euro, per person -- Double Occupancy
This is our premium product and what we do best (if only because you’ll have the time to really get a sense of the place and the people here). Price covers everything except Wednesday lunch, once you arrive in Lecce (most eat only a sandwich out in preparation of our sausage making that night). Course begins Sunday night and runs until Friday night, although we help you with your Saturday departure.
Weekend courses:
920 Euro per person
795 Euro per person– Double Occupancy
A teasing taste of what we do. Price covers everything, once you arrive in Lecce. Courses start at 8:00 p.m. on Friday night runs until Sunday evening, around midnight.
Day courses:
 350 Euro per person
For those just travelling through. Price covers all lessons and meals (but not transportation nor lodging). These courses tend to be for those already in Lecce, often for other reasons. We meet at 10 a.m. in the city’s main piazza and go until midnight, often taking a 3-hour break in the centre of the day.
"Specialising in small, intimate hands-on classes based on personalised instruction and individual attention."

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Special Classes:
2145 Euro per person
1895 Euro, per person -- Double Occupancy
 Occasionally, The Awaiting Table will throw a special party or offer a special course, often set around special guests or special events and are usually announced in our newsletters ( Sign Me Up for Newsletter ).These courses tend to take place at our friend’s castle and are frequently a very grand affair. Please click here for more information on our Special Classes.
We will also consider special events upon occasion, like honeymoon parties, reunions, birthday parties, writer’s retreats, etc. Special pricing may apply depending on the event. Please contact us for more details if you have something unique in mind.
Non-Participating Companions:
800 Euro
Non-Participating Companions may attend meals and outings for 800 Euro per week. Non-participates do not affect the limit to six students a week.
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Cancellation & Refunds Policy
Tuition is non-refundable anytime after one calendar month before registered class begins. However, after this, a one-time change of dates is possible (when available), and free of charge. There are no refunds should students miss classes or meals, either by electing to do so, or by late arrival or early departure.
If The Awaiting Table must cancel a program for any reason, all fees and deposits will be refunded in full. Any related travel costs will not be reimbursed. This to date has never happened.
Legal Liability (Standard to the Industry)
Students must sign a legal waiver freeing the The Awaiting Table and its staff from any legal liability. This form must be signed and emailed before arrival. This is an industry standard.
We assume no liability for injury, delay, inconvenience, irregularity, loss or damage to person or property or additional cost resulting directly or indirectly from the following causes: fire, acts of government, thefts, delays, cancellations or for any other events with which we have no control.
No refunds will be given for any sightseeing, accommodations, meals, or excursions that the participant misses or decides not to take.
Tuition for all our courses includes housing, all lessons, field trips, meals, drinks, wine out at the wine bar, etc., in short, there are no additional fees (note: housing is NOT included for single Day Classes). We even strongly recommend against a rental car, an often-hidden additional cost contained in the price of most rurally-held, Central Italian schools.
For housing and accommodation information, please visit our Housing page.
How to Pay
Our preferred method of payment is through the online service, PayPal, a safe, modern service that allows you to make payments in your local currency. During the registration process, you will be asked to make your accompanying payment. Those registering over one calendar year in advance MAY request to pay by deposit. All others pay at time of registration. Sorry, we can not justify ‘holding’ a course for a potential students when there are others ready to register. If you’re serious about coming, there is only one way to secure your place at The Awaiting Table.
Travel Insurance
We recommend that you purchase separate insurance in case you have to cancel your trip, as well as accident, health and baggage and personal effects loss or damage.

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The Awaiting Table Italian Cooking School offers cookery courses in Lecce, Italy. In our Italian cooking classes, learn regional pasta, wine, and savory and succulent dishes. Come be a local: holidays include visits to vineyards and wineries, markets and olive groves in season. The perfect vacation for people who want to be immersed in Italian culture and food.
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