As a Chef, Food stylist, Presenter and Recipe writer, Dominique’s aim is to inspire people to cook with fresh, seasonal and local produce.

Through her innovative recipes and a healthy attitude her mission is to improve general wellbeing and build confidence in the kitchen. Firstly, Dominique believes that everyone can cook. Secondly, she hopes to inspire creative cooking which brings vitality onto peoples plates.

Dominique Rizzo is one of Queensland’s chefs, creating delicious recipes, emceeing Food Events, hosting Food and Cooking Demonstrations, Chef Food Styling and hosting world class bespoke Gourmet Food & Wine Tours to Sicily, Italy, Morocco, Spain and beyond.

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Spain
Rioja and "Basque Country"

Gastronomic Luxury Food & Wine Tour

12 Days
29th June - 10th July

In this tour we unveil the true essence of Spain. With breathtaking landscapes, rolling wheat fields, Medieval villages, and the lush green terrain of the Ebro River Valley, Rioja is not only one of the best regions for food and wine in Spain but is rated among one of the top destinations around the world.

This tour will give you one of the most delicious journeys into this regions best producers while crisscrossing the stunning countryside, with vineyards and villages pressed against the mountains.

We start the tour in Laguardia,  a picturesque small medieval walled town, perched on a hilltop. With over 300 wine cellars beneath us which spans almost larger than the town itself,  this is where your Spanish immersion really starts.

Enjoy Michelin star dining, the famous specialty pintxo and wine bars of Logrono, guided walking tours of nearby towns such as Briones and Haro, premium and private wine tastings and food pairings in award-winning wineries, local food market visits, cooking demonstrations in private members only Gastronomy Society clubs. We indulge in experiences with local insiders such as chefs, winemakers, artisans, and artists.

We discover the Basque Country’s seaside symbol: San Sebastian,  Cider tasting, visits to famous cheesemakers, and a visit to the cliffs of Zumaia are complimented with wine tastings and a visit to one of the boutique small good producers, famous for his sausages and cured pork.

As an extra addition to our Spanish journey we venture to the South of France with guided tours  to Biarritz and the fabulously bustling and beautiful town of St Jean de Lux.

Savour Sicily

Food, Wine, Cooking and Culture Tour

16 Days
14th May - 29th May

One of my most popular tours,  Sicily is often referred to as “God’s Kitchen” with a rich culture and a hugely celebrated cuisine. This makes it one of Italy’s most sought after holiday destinations. Sicily is renowned for its traditional slow food, award-winning unique wines, a passion for real rustic, simple cooking, and it’s deep entwined culture.

Enjoy hands-on cooking classes, taste the region’s best wines and feast on delicious regional flavours.  

You will visit the most popular cities in Sicily, see some of the most noted UNESCO world heritage sites, sail on the turquoise waters of the Ionian and Mediterranean seas and be led by some of the most passionate and experienced guides.  In addition, you will also have the chance to enjoy your own cultural exploration, with free time to just relax and take in the essence that is this interesting and delicious island.

Spain
Barcelona, Catalonia and The Costa Brava

Gastronomic Luxury Food & Wine Tour

12 Days
2nd June - 13th June

Discover the best of Barcelona with guided tours, market tastings and bespoke food experiences. Barcelona has more than 70 top-notch museums and 24 Michelin-starred restaurants. We visit the atmospheric medieval quarter of Barcelona with its surprising modernist architecture, and the awe-inspiring Sagrada Famiglia,  the Boqueria Markets and lend a hand in a local kitchen with a hands-on cooking class.

Bordered by the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea, Catalonia is a traditional region of Spain that is fiercely proud of its unique culture. 

Experience Olive oil tasting and farm visit, guided tour of Girona, tour of the ruins of Empuries, a delicious degustation lunch in Cadaques and a guided visit of the Castle of Perelada

Private wine tasting events at two of the best wineries in this region for their wine, architecture and design, food and hospitality.

We also visit the coves of Cadaqués, a famous artists village in the middle of the Cap de Creus peninsula, home to Salvador Dali,  also known as one of the prettiest towns in Costa Brava.     

South of Spain and Highlights of Morocco


21 Days
23 October - 12 November

Join myself and the experienced Luxury travel experts “Captains Choice” as we take you on a once in a lifetime adventure to discover the best of Southern Spain and Morocco. Explore the Countryside, experience visiting local producers & Chefs including Michelin Star Show Cooking & Dinner in Barcelona. We visit markets and tasting, Tapas bar hopping with an expert guide. Experience the most beautiful white villages in Andalucian, with focus on Olive oil and cheeses produce.

Exotic and mystical Morocco will not disspoint as we experience Moroccan Henna/ traditional deserts & Caftans in Tangier.  We explore the blue city of Chefchaouen, and lend our hands to exclusive cooking classes with Chef Tarik in his Secret Berber Garden in the Atlas Mt.

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"I love the essence of clean, simple whole food cooking. My food style and recipes are inspired by my travels and culinary experience in all cuisines. Life is too short to leave anything out! I am passionate and inspired by our worlds multicultural kitchen and all dietary lifestyle choices. I believe that with balance in our body we are whole and healthy."

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