Top Sicily Dining Experiences

When you’re in Palermo, dodge the tourist trap eateries that you can find anywhere, and make your own pizza and gelato instead. With a local "pizzaiolo" as your host, you’ll learn to make a kneadable dough that stretches wafer-thin, and create the toppings for favorite pizzas such as the margherita, marinara, and capricciosa. After, you’ll turn your attention to chocolate, finishing with your own handmade gelato.

Enjoy a top-notch Italian culinary adventure in this exclusive experience where you will discover how to prepare three regional recipes and taste local wines. Enjoy the guidance of your personal host as they share Italian cooking techniques you can recreate at home, all within the comfort of their residence. Ultimately, share a meal with them for a personal experience that not every traveler can savor.

Trade Sicily's mainland for an island-hopping adventure, and leave the planning to someone else, on this full-day getaway to the Egadi Islands. After boarding your boat in the morning, set off for Favignana, home to sandy beaches, sea caves, and idyllic snorkeling spots. Pause to savor an aperitif and lunch on board; then, continue to Levanzo, which boasts hidden beaches, dramatic cliffs, and other postcard-worthy scenery.

Discover the most panoramic spots overlooking Sicily's northern coastline with this tour that takes you high into the peaks at sunset. Set off by Jeep from Cefalù and stop to watch the sun dip behind the Madonie Mountains and Mediterranean Sea from a scenic mountain perch. Then head to a nearby chalet in the woods for a barbecue dinner featuring Sicilian delicacies followed by a thrilling return Jeep ride by night.

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of Sicilian flavors, mysticism, and warm hospitality with our Sicilian Home Dinner & Tarot Reading in Palermo. Set in a stunning seventh-floor location with breathtaking views of the city, this experience combines authentic cuisine, fine wine, heartfelt laughter, and the magic of Tarot. Indulge in a carefully crafted traditional Sicilian menu, sip on local wines and limoncello, and let a skilled Tarot reader guide you through the mysteries of the cards. - Dine in an Sicilian home with a stunning panoramic views of Palermo - Enjoy a homemade multi-course dinner featuring classic Sicilian dishes - A skilled Tarot reader will unveil the messages hidden in the cards - More than just a dinner, this is a joyful, intimate gathering filled with wine, storytelling, and laughter

Swap land-based sightseeing for a full day at sea on an inflatable boat tour of the Egadi Islands. Complete with freshly-prepared lunch, alcoholic drinks, and snorkeling equipment, this experience is ideal for couples and families seeking adventure. Discover Favignana and Levanzo, stop to swim in crystal-clear waters, soak up stunning coastal views, and relax on deck with music and a glass of bubbly while your skipper shares insights into the local area.

Get hands-on instruction in preparing two kinds of Italian pasta and a tasty tiramisu during this half-day culinary workshop. Learn homemade, generations-old recipes in an intimate group setting, capped at only 12 participants. Small-group pasta-making workshops take place in the home of a local Palermo chef and include a welcome prosecco with snacks, plus a sampling of your culinary creations.

Discover Sicilian cuisine during a cooking class in Taormina that begins with a guided visit to the local market. Learn regional techniques from your chef instructor, prepare traditional dishes, and enjoy a meal paired with local wine. This small-group experience offers an authentic way to explore Sicilian flavors.

Go beyond sightseeing and connect with an artisan olive oil producer and his family at their farm in Sicily for a tour of the olive groves followed by a tasting lunch. Learn about the history and culture of olive oil production on the island as you stroll through the olive trees, then settle around the family table for a Sicilian lunch. Sample a variety of traditional dishes plus the farm’s own wine and olive oil.

Learn the secrets of three of Catania’s traditional pasta recipes—and have the special chance to cook in the home of a “Cesarina,” a certified home cook dedicated to sharing Italy’s culinary traditions—during this private cooking class. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, make your own way to your host’s home, and learn how to prepare three recipes with their guidance. Then, enjoy your pasta accompanied by local wine.

Sicily’s western coastline is dotted with hidden coves and is home to the idyllic Egadi Islands. With this boat tour, take in the most picturesque corners of the coast and the islands of Favignana and Levanzo in one day, setting sail from Trapani. Enjoy free time to explore the Favignana; stop to swim at one of the dazzling beaches like Cala Rossa, Cala Azzurra, or the Faraglione; and relax over lunch with wine on board.

Satisfy your food cravings and expand your Italian cooking repertoire in a local home with this hands-on pasta and tiramisu class. Avoid big crowds in this intimate small-group experience hosted by welcoming Cesarine cooks. Learn to make two types of pasta and the signature Italian dessert tiramisu, with a chance to taste all your gastronomic creations after the class.

Many cooking classes in Italy focus on complex dishes that require solid kitchen skills. On this beginner-friendly experience, learn insider tips and tricks to mastering classical Italian pizza no matter what your skill level. Under the expert tutelage of a local pizzaiolo (pizza chef) instructor, you’ll make dough from scratch and top it with traditional ingredients. Pick up easy-to-learn tips and techniques, then sit down to savor your hard-earned Sicilian feast with soft drinks to accompany your meal.

Unforgettable experience with a local chef who will guide you, inside a small garage laboratory, in the preparation of fresh pasta and stuffed pasta and tiramisù with subsequent tasting. You will use the grandmother's historical tools and real fresh and local ingredients purchased in the local historical markets of the city. Minimum 2 people

Explore the east coast of Sicily by sea on this unique sailing excursion from Catania. Sail along the suggestive coast of the Baia dei Ciclopi to admire the stacks of Aci Trezza (Cyclops Islands) and the unspoiled landscape of the Vendicari Nature Reserve. Stop to fish, swim and snorkel in the crystal clear waters, and drop anchor to relax on board during a lunch of Sicilian specialties.

Sicily is famous for its food scene, but it can be hard to find authentic Sicilian food outside the island—that is, unless you know how to make it yourself. On this half-day cooking workshop in Giardini Naxos, learn how to prepare three traditional Silicon dishes from scratch that you can recreate once your vacation ends. After your lesson, sit down to indulge in a freshly prepared lunch.

Get more out of your time in Palermo by taking part in this small-group cooking class. Rather than a commercial kitchen setting, this intimate experience takes place at a local’s home. Enjoy the rare opportunity to use freshly picked ingredients from the garden, as you make a delicious pasta dish and traditional Sicilian cannoli—with lots of family traditions and recipes shared throughout.

Learn the art of Italian cooking directly from a local during this small-group experience. Join your host in their home and discover the art of pasta-making as you learn to roll 'Foglia' by hand and create two delectable pasta dishes from scratch. Then, see if you can master the art of making the tiramisu. Immerse yourself in the Italian culinary scene, make new friends, and savor the flavors of Italy with this hands-on cooking adventure.

Discover the new way to spend your holiday in total relaxation! Immerse yourself in the most hidden and unspoilt places of the Sicilian coast. (You can visit the most beautiful bays on board the brand new catamaran) In a brand new high-end catamaran to live an exclusive experience. The service is oriented to the provision of tourist activities and caters to travelers who love the sea, the boat and the nature. Our 40 foot catamaran will host on board a maximum of 12 passengers over the crew.

The best way to connect with any local culture is through food, and nowhere is this more true than Sicily. With this cooking class, shop for ingredients at the market in Taormina like a local before learning how to prepare a variety of traditional Sicilian dishes with Chef Massimo in his restaurant kitchen. Enjoy the fruits of our labors over lunch afterwards, served with two local wines.

Sample the best of Sicily—without needing to plan a thing yourself—with this full-day tour, combining wine tasting, a village stop, and scenic views. Taste Sicilian wines at a winery on the slopes of Mt. Etna and find out how well it works with local dishes. Tour an ancient village that has spectacular views over the Alcantara Valley. And all the while, admire the impressive volcano looming over the landscape.

If Italian cuisine is known for one dish, it's certainly pasta. But for foodies that want to uncover the secrets of this ubiquitous ingredient—and create something truly special—don't miss this private Catania cooking class. With this home-based culinary workshop, follow along with a home cook as you learn to prepare three traditional Catania recipes. After your hard work, join your host to sample your delicious creations, and enjoy a glass of local wine.

Experience the timeless charm of Taormina from an exclusive perspective — the sea. Join a 6 - hour shared boat tour along one of the most spectacular coastlines in Sicily. Cruise through crystal-clear waters, admire the iconic Isola Bella, explore the enchanting Blue Grotto, and discover hidden coves and dramatic cliffs. Swim and snorkel in pristine bays while your skipper shares local stories and insights. Enjoy a traditional Sicilian lunch prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients — choose between fish specialties or vegetarian options, accompanied by local wine, prosecco, soft drinks, and water. You may also enhance your experience by stepping ashore at Isola Bella or renting a canoe to paddle along the coastline, discovering secret corners from a unique and adventurous perspective. A relaxed and authentic experience, perfect for couples, friends, families and solo travelers. Taormina from the sea is pure magic.