Ancient Baia & Local Flavors: A Curated Coastal Immersion

Join Karen Phillips—sommelier and founder of Andiamotrips—for an exclusive, intimate Saturday afternoon on the historic coast of Baia. This is a curated coastal immersion designed for travelers and connoisseurs who want to experience the authentic soul, archaeology, and gastronomy of Campania alongside local experts. Together, we will conduct a maritime field study over ancient submerged Roman ruins, followed by a harbor-side enogastronomic lunch and wine-pairing seminar at the acclaimed Riccio Restaurant. Highlights of the Day • Glass-Bottom Boat Maritime Field Study: Navigate the Baia Underwater Archaeological Park aboard the custom Lomar Dreams vessel, guided by marine history spokesperson Alessandra Fragole and bilingual cultural host Karen Phillips. • Submerged Imperial Marvels: View preserved floor mosaics at the Terme del Lacus, grand layouts of the Villa a Protiro, and imperial statues of Emperor Claudius’s nymphaeum right through the glass keel. • Curated Volcanic Wine Flight: Co-hosted by resident Sommelier Roberta Di Meo and Karen Phillips, exploring rare native varietals (Falanghina and Piedirosso dei Campi Flegrei) shaped by active supervolcano soils. • Live-Translated Kitchen Dialogue: Sit down to a custom-curated seafood feast by Head Chef Agostino Alboretto, with live interpretation of his zero-kilometer (chilometro zero) culinary philosophy and Phlegraean recipes. Event Itinerary • 11:45 AM — Check-in & Orientation Meet at the Lomar Dreams pier at the Port of Baia. • 12:00 PM — Part I: The Submerged Empire (Maritime Field Study) Board the stable Lomar Dreams glass-bottom vessel for a 75-minute dry-deck archaeological exploration of sunken Roman villas and imperial structures. • 1:30 PM — Part II: The Coastal Table (Sensory & Gastronomy Seminar) Walk steps from the marina to Riccio Restaurant for a multi-course seasonal seafood lunch, custom volcanic wine pairings, and interactive chef Q&A. • 3:30 PM — Experience Conclusion Meet Your Hosts & Culinary Experts • Karen Phillips (Andiamotrips): Founder of Andiamotrips, sommelier, and bilingual Campania expert since 2009. Karen serves as your cultural host, co-sommelier, and live translator. • Head Chef Agostino Alboretto (Riccio Restaurant): Master of local seafood charcuterie (salumi di mare) and seasonal Phlegraean coastal cuisine. • Sommelier Roberta Di Meo: Native wine specialist highlighting the rich, mineral-driven liquid history of Campi Flegrei. • Alessandra Fragole (Lomar Dreams): Leading guide in underwater archaeology and maritime preservation. Important Guest Information & FAQs • What is included in the fee? Full glass-bottom boat tour ticket with expert guide, multi-course sit-down seafood lunch at Riccio Restaurant, sommelier-curated volcanic wine pairings (or premium non-alcoholic options), and full bilingual hosting/translation throughout the afternoon. • Dietary Restrictions: Riccio is exclusively a seafood restaurant. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or non-shellfish options are accommodated with advance notice. Meat/pork substitutions are not available. • Children Policy: Suitable for children. Glass-bottom panels provide an easy, dry view of ruins. Note that the second half of the event is a 2-hour seated gastronomy seminar. Rate for children aged 7–12 is €70. Contact us directly for children under 7. • Italian Invoicing (Fattura Elettronica): As a registered Italian business entity (Partita IVA), an electronic invoice is issued within 12 days of payment. US/international guests without an Italian Codice Fiscale can register seamlessly using standard international billing protocols (SDI code XXXXXXX). • Cancellation Policy: Full refund minus a 20% non-refundable administrative and reservation fee for cancellations made at least 48 hours prior to the event.