Our story
Good company, good wine, good welcome, can make good people.
— Shakespeare
Hi, I am Ilaria Ippoliti, and I founded Piccolo Centro with the above quote in mind.
I am an international certified sommelier with an extensive working experience in wine and food business where I held management roles that made me live and work in different Italian regions (Tuscany, Veneto, Sicily, etc.) and travel all around the world to promote fine wines and excellent food.
I soon discovered my talent in crafting travel experiences that resonate. Both my corporate customers and private clients were asking me for support in organizing their trips to Italy.
They discovered that my extensive expertise in Fine Wines goes hand in hand with my knowledge of the best spots in Italy since I have lived and worked all over the country.
Soon, in my spare time, I found myself supplying spontaneous itineraries and crafting experiences like:
Later, when I successfully launched a luxury villa rental business belonging to a winery, requests for travel consultancy from international guests boomed.
Customers appreciated my insider experience, knowledge of not overrated or over-hyped destinations, and my ability to plan and craft curated experiences that allow interaction with locals and more insight about Italy.
And my sense of humor too!
All this was a turning point for me, and that is how Piccolo Centro was born. With a focus on wine, good food, good company, and underrated beautiful places in Italy. Based in Le Marche region, from which I move with my team through Italy.
Piccolo Centro supports local economies, respects communities, and their environment, enhances lesser-known production, presents terrific artists and artisans, and makes you know all the ordinary and warm-hearted people that make your holiday “bella.”
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