03/10/2025
It is with great pleasure that we share a valuable educational opportunity for students interested in gastronomic entrepreneurship, food and wine tourism, and the promotion of agri-food culture.
The WeFood Academy – A Tour Through the Factories of Taste will take place from October 31 to November 2, 2025, across the Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia regions of Northeastern Italy.
Organized by the ItalyPost Group, the Academy highlights outstanding agri-food companies in the area and offers selected students the chance to experience centers of excellence firsthand.
The tour includes visits to some of the most prestigious companies in the region:
-Antico Laboratorio San Giuseppe (Bassano del Grappa): Since 1928, crafting fine liqueurs from genuine local ingredients, with no artificial flavors.
-Astoria Wines (Treviso): A celebrated Conegliano-Valdobbiadene DOCG producer, known for award-winning wines enjoyed around the world.
-Brunello 1840 (Montegalda): A guardian of Italian distilling heritage, creating elegant grappas with time-honored methods.
-Corte Tomasin (Castions di Strada): A pioneering family estate in Friuli, producing exceptional extra virgin olive oil.
-Costa Arente (Grezzana): A scenic hilltop retreat in Valpolicella, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves steeped in history.
-Lattebusche – San Pietro in Gu (Padua): Home to PDO Grana Padano, where local milk becomes world-class cheese every day.
-Museo del Caffè Dersut (Conegliano): A museum celebrating the --Caballini family’s legacy and Italy’s coffee culture since 1949.
-Tenuta Torre Rosazza (Manzano): A prestigious Friuli estate, welcoming guests for tastings, vineyard walks, and authentic food & wine experiences.
-La Viarte (Prepotto): Nestled in Friuli’s Eastern Hills, this winery blends tradition and innovation through the passion of a new generation.
-Frantoio Bonamini (Illasi): A vibrant olive mill crafting premium oils with creativity, tradition, and deep respect for the land.
The WeFood Academy offers 100 students from across Europe the opportunity to explore the excellence of the Food & Wine sector while building meaningful connections with entrepreneurs and peers.
Please note: the application deadline is 12th October, 2025.