Welcome to Olive Garden’s Culinary Institute of Tuscany.Olive Garden’s Culinary Institute of Tuscany, located in the heart of Tuscany, Italy in a restored 11th century village, is where Olive Garden’s chefs learn the secrets of great foods in Italy - like how to combine fresh ingredients - to create authentic Italian foods that you’ll enjoy sharing with your family and friends.

We plan to build new restaurants in the locations listed below. Actual locations, the number of new restaurants and opening dates are projected and are subject to change. If your city is not listed, we hope to be coming soon. Please check back in March 2009 for an updated list.

Our menus and wine lists vary based on local specialties and seasonal availability. We’d like to make sure you have personalized information.

Try our new Chicken & Gnocchi Soup, made with roasted chicken, traditional Italian dumplings and spinach. Enjoy it with unlimited fresh-baked garlic breadsticks and garden-fresh salad.Available now at your local Olive Garden.

Wine brings out the flavor in food and enhances the dining experience. Olive Garden offers a wide variety of Italian wines that will complement your meal. Curious about a wine? We're happy to pour you a sample of our best Italian wines, right at your table, so you can try the wine before you order. It’s our pleasure to make sure you’re absolutely delighted with your wine choice at Olive Garden.

Recipes

Authentic Italian Recipes

We love to share our passion for Italian cooking.

Visit us often to find a wide selection of delicious recipes. Plus, you'll discover cooking videos hosted by Olive Garden's award-winning Chef Paolo Lafata preparing the at-home versions of several new authentic Italian recipe menu entrees.

Restaurant Gift Certificates

Share the Special Gift of Time Spent Together

Olive Garden restaurant gift cards make the perfect gifts for holidays, anniversaries, birthdays, or any special occasion.

These easy and convenient gifts are perfect for the family members and friends on your gift list.

Each gift card includes a complimentary personalized greeting card.