Visiting Milan for the Olympics? Discover Turin, Italy’s Hidden Culinary Capital
In 2026, the world’s eyes will be on Northern Italy.
With the Milano–Cortina 2026, millions of travellers will land in Milan, Cortina, and the Alps, chasing sport, snow, and iconic landscapes.
But just 50 minutes west of Milan, there’s a city most visitors don’t even think about.
And that’s exactly why it’s special.
Turin street life outdoor cafe bar at sunset dusk
Welcome to Turin: Italy’s best-kept culinary secret.
Why Turin Is the Perfect Olympic Escape
Turin is not Rome.
Not Florence.
Not Venice.
And that’s its superpower.
While Olympic cities will be packed, priced up, and overstimulated, Turin remains:
- elegant but human
- refined but unpretentious
- rich in culture, food, and stories — without the crowds
It’s the kind of place where:
You don’t feel like a tourist.
You feel like you’ve been invited.
From Stadiums to Slow Tables
Most Olympic travellers follow the same rhythm:
- adrenaline during the day
- crowds in the evening
- rushed meals between schedules
Turin offers the opposite rhythm:
- long lunches
- hidden wine bars
- slow dinners
- real conversations
- and food that still belongs to locals
It’s not about ticking boxes.
It’s about feeling the place.
At I EAT Food Adventures, we don’t run tours.
We host people.
Our experiences were created by:
- a Michelin-trained chef
- and a lifestyle curator
Two founders who decided to open their personal network of artisans, chefs, bakers, and wine producers to travellers who want something deeper than reviews and rankings.
No flags.
No headsets.
No scripts.
Just a table waiting for you.
Two Experiences, One Soul
Whether you’re visiting Italy for the Olympics or extending your stay in Milan, we offer two signature formats:
Morning Food Adventure (≈ 4 hours)
Perfect for:
- first-time visitors
- relaxed travellers
- people who want light but meaningful experiences
Includes:
- private sweet atelier
- street food on the go
- easy wine bar lunch
Afternoon / Evening D’Luxe (≈ 4 hours)
Perfect for:
- couples
- food lovers
- celebration trips
Includes:
- sweet atelier with spirits
- aperitivo in hidden bars
- full traditional dinner
Same philosophy.
Different rhythm.
Why Our Guests Say It Feels “Different”
Because it is.
We don’t guide. We host.
We don’t perform. We share.
We don’t optimise for speed. We optimise for connection.
Our groups are small (max 6 guests for shared experiences), and every experience is founder-led. No two days are ever identical — because the people aren’t.
It’s a living system.
Not a fixed product.
The Luxury of a Secret City
Real luxury today isn’t about:
- stars
- gold
- or labels
It’s about:
- access
- trust
- time
- and being treated like a human, not a booking
Turin delivers all of that — naturally.
And during the Olympics, when everything else is loud and inflated, that contrast becomes even more powerful.
How Easy Is It to Reach Turin from Milan?
Very.
- Train: 50 minutes (high-speed Frecciarossa)
- Car: about 1 hour
- Direct routes all day
It’s the easiest “wow detour” you can make during your Olympic stay.
So Is This a Food Tour?
Not really.
It’s a culinary adventure,
a social ritual,
a slow journey through flavours, people and stories.
It’s what happens when:
- a Michelin chef
- and a lifestyle curator
decide to open their world to travellers.
Wherever we run it, the city changes.
But the feeling doesn’t.
And that’s why our guests don’t just leave reviews.
They leave with memories.
Visiting Italy for the Olympics?
If you’re looking for:
- the best restaurants → we can recommend many
- the best sights → Turin has plenty
- the best way to feel the city → that’s what we do
Welcome to I EAT Food Adventures
Not a tour.
A table waiting for you.
And two hosts who can’t wait to give you a time to treasure beyond the trip.
A presto,
Cecilia e Chef Abram