Sicilian Countryside Cooking Class: Prepare Traditional Dishes with Host Chefs
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4 Ratings
Metropolitan City of Messina

Immerse yourself in the Sicilian countryside and learn to prepare traditional dishes with host chefs Patrizia and Giuliana. Enjoy a complete sensory experience with stunning views, local history, and delicious food.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, 91 - In a private setting, away from the hustle and bustle of city life, you’ll find yourself surrounded by the stunning Sicilian countryside, dotted with ancient olive and fruit trees. Situated 500 meters above sea level, this location offers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and the Aeolian Islands. The course is conducted outdoors, allowing you to soak in the scenery and savor the flavors of Sicily. Guests are greeted with a welcome drink featuring fine Sicilian wine, either white or red. You’ll then gather around a table nestled among centuries-old olive trees to prepare a traditional menu, using fresh produce from the garden and locally sourced ingredients. This is the perfect chance to immerse yourself in the tranquil countryside and hills, enjoy the magnificent sea views, and learn to cook typical dishes while sampling local specialties.
What's Included
  • Lunch
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
Meal Options
  • fresh pasta alla norma - sicilian home made pasta with fresh tomato, basil of the garden and our fried eggplants with dry grated ricotta, a perfect combination of flavours
Additional Information

Our hosts and culinary creators, Patrizia and Giuliana, a mother-daughter team, and authors of a recent cookbook, will mentor you in crafting traditional Sicilian dishes in an outdoor setting nestled amongst ancient olive trees. This offers a splendid opportunity to delve deeper into Sicilian culture and history, courtesy of Patrizia, who doubles as a guide and a devotee of history and local customs. The daughter, Giuliana, is a Chef who merges Sicilian cooking traditions with influences from around the globe, a result of her extensive travels. Participants will be conceptualizing and creating a menu in the heart of nature, surrounded by awe-inspiring landscapes and sea views, including the Mediterranean Sea and the Eolian Isles. The course thus provides a wholesome sensory indulgence, fusing delectable food and wine, stunning natural vistas, historical insights, and a deep dive into local traditions. What more could you ask for?

Location
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At the Countryhouse in Contrada Crocilla. Just at the first sign of the small town REITANO, go on to the left street and drive 100 m away. ENTRANCE is on the left at the first gate with 2 pines cones on the pillars. Pick up from rail station Santo Stefano di Camastra or other origins ON REQUEST
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Mary_e
Jun 9, 2024
Wonderful family cooking experience in Reitano - What a wonderful experience with Patrizia in Reitano! Her home was beautiful and our family enjoyed cooking with her. The food and conversation was amazing! Our daughters, ages 11 and 17, enjoyed it so much. They are excited to cook Pasta Norma when we return home to California!
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Teresakm1196ho
Sep 6, 2022
Sicilian cooking in paradise! - My daughter, friends and I just returned from Sicily. One of the highlights was taking a cooking class with Patrizia. The class was in the countryside of Reitano. I felt like we were on a movie set, it was so beautiful. The kitchen setting was outdoors. The weather was perfect. Patrizia had great music playing in the background with wine being poured as we prepared lunch. A variety of cheese was put out to munch on. We made a variety of Sicilian dishes that were so delicious. We bought her cookbook and apron to bring home. I keep looking at my pictures as they are so beautiful. Definitely worth the money!
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Luke
Aug 30, 2022
Amazing private Sicilian cooking experience - My wife and I joined Patrizia at her home in Palermo for a Sicilian cooking experience. Top down our favorite experience during our week in Sicily. It felt like we were not taking a class rather experiencing an afternoon with an old friend. The wine was flowing and the food was fabulous. We are looking forward to the countryside experience our next trip there!
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