The Italy Project was founded and is run by Bridget Baker, an Australian - based Italian language teacher and small - group tour leader. Bridget designs and hosts immersive Italian experiences focused on local culture, food, language and regional life, with tours limited to small groups for a personal authentic experience.

My love affair with Bella Italia began way back with high school Italian lessons, it wasn’t really the grammar, that captivated me, but the lure of delicious Italian food, ancient architecture, renaissance art and modern italian style.

I went on my first Italian exchange at 16, with a wonderful family in Liguria. I didn’t really know what to expect, but after two months immersed in everyday life I was hooked. I went on to study Italian language, art and architecture in my undergraduate degree, and spent extensive periods living in Milan and Northern Italy and the layers of culture unfolded and expanded for me. I love the links between food, culture, beauty, fun and family that underpin Italian life.