Experiences for Foodies

Indulging in the local food is a highlight of any holiday in Sicily and staying in a villa presents the perfect opportunity for some leisurely browsing amongst market stalls, experimenting with local ingredients and al fresco poolside meals. In the comfort of your own villa, you can enjoy a great cook service, for either lunch or dinner, either as a one-off, or several times during your stay. This works really well for groups who want to sample the best of Sicilian gastronomy with minimum effort! Showcasing the freshest of seasonal ingredients, the menu features a wide range of simple but delicious dishes including local specialities.

Getting involved in local cuisine and learning how to whip up those mouth-watering dishes is a great experience, especially in Sicily where food plays such a fundamental role. Hone your cooking skills and learn new recipes in the comfort of your own villa. A fabulous home-made Sicilian feast then follows!

What could be more Italian than learning to make fresh pasta during your holiday in Sicily! You can discover the secrets of Sicilian pasta-making with a fun lesson in your holiday villa! You will be introduced to the history of pasta by an expert cook, who will then guide you through the process of making the perfect dish of pasta. After preparing everything, you can enjoy a delicious meal of pasta, happy in the knowledge that you made it yourself!

Sicilian sweets are a highlight for many during a holiday in Sicily. So what could be better than learning to make some yourself! An expert will come to your villa to give you a masterclass in creating some iconic Sicilian sweet treats! You will be guided through the process of Sicilian sweet-making, whilst being regaled with fun and interesting stories behind Sicily's fascinating gastronomy. Once everything has been prepared, you will be treated to a tasting of your products, accompanied with sweet wine.

Learn how to make pizza the Sicilian way under the guidance of a talented pizzaiolo! Knead the dough, choose the toppings and create delicious pizzas for you and your friends and family. Once you have made the pizzas, you will enjoy a lunch or dinner made of your own creations. This is a wonderful experience for everyone – children included! And what's more, you will take a great Sicilian skill home with you after your holiday!

Get to know the flavours and the history of delicious Sicilian food during an interactive, fun and interesting experience in Taormina! Visit the pretty town market and pick up some local products after which it is time to get cooking. You'll learn the tricks of the trade and then feast on fresh and flavourful food made by your own hands! Add recipes like caponata, fresh pasta and meat balls to your repertoire. Your friends and family will love it!

An authentic foodie experience in the heart of Palermo! Guided by real Sicilian Mammas, this cooking lesson enables you to meet local people and learn to cook some of Sicily's most delicious and iconic dishes. The whole experience is vibrant and fun, and is capped off by a meal of the food you have prepared accompanied by a glass of local wine. How does panelle, arancine, and pasta with prawns and pistachio sound? These are just some of the delicious dishes that you might learn to prepare! This cookery class is a unique way to get to know the secrets of Sicilian cuisine.

An unforgettable culinary experience! Make some delicious Sicilian dishes with your own hands and then feast on your hard work! You'll learn trade secrets and skills to take home. Starting off with a brief history of Sicilian food, you will then progress to making your own dishes such as the famous Sicilian arancine, or the typical cannolo. Then you can enjoy a convivial meal all together.

Learn how to make a full Sicilian meal for your loved ones! Discover the secrets behind Sicilian cooking under expert guidance. You will take part in preparing a whole meal, from antipasti to desserts, and then enjoy a fun meal with your friends. Learn the secrets of cooking Sicilian maccheroni, or the way to make perfect swordfish involtini! It is a great way to learn the tricks of the trade. You are bound to love every delicious minute.

A fun and fascinating tour that combines the very best of Catania’s street market culture with numerous stops at street vendor kiosks, and sights that you would never find on your own! You’ll love the A’ Piscaria fish market with all its colourful local characters. Try all the traditional specialties like boiled octopus, arancini, cipolline, and refreshing granita or a sweet minnuzza di Sant’Agata. There’s also the chance to visit Villa Bellini and see the river Amenano flowing under the city!

Get to know the local vendors, soak up the bustling street atmosphere and be guided through everything you see and taste by your local Palermo guide. Palermo, the vibrant Capo and Vucciria markets, the locals, and of course the food are the stars of the show! You will come across food and flavours you have never tried before so be open and adventurous. Highlights include arancine, panelle, crocché, pani ca' meusa and cannoli! You will also visit traditional taverns and see the fascinating sights the streets of Palermo have to offer.