Top Sicily Dining Experiences - page 8

The hills outside Syracuse are known for their excellent local wines and traditional specialties, but getting around this rural area can be a challenge. With this food and wine tour, enjoy the ease of a full-day private driver and discover local wine, olive oil, and other artisan producers. Stop to sip Nero d'Avola and Cerasuolo di Vittoria, snack on seasonal specialties, and experience the timeless culinary traditions of Sicily’s baroque hills.

Swap commercial kitchen spaces for the intimate alternative of learning to cook at a local’s home in Palermo. You can avoid the crowds as this experience is just for your personal group, which means one-to-one tuition and great conversation with your teacher. During the class, learn to make both pizza and tiramisu, then feast on your creations at the end.

Go beyond just sightseeing and connect with a local host during this home cooking class in Catania. Learn how to prepare authentic pizza and classic tiramisù from scratch in just a few hours with a passionate cook and host. Improve your kitchen techniques and pick up insider tips during this hands-on lesson, then enjoy a family-style meal featuring the dishes you’ve prepared served with wine.

Experience Sicily’s cuisine and hospitality first-hand with this home pizza and tiramisù class in Syracuse. Meet your host and get right to work kneading and forming pizza dough then finishing it off with classic toppings before assembling a creamy tiramisù. Cap off your lesson by sampling the fruit of your labors over a celebratory meal with your host.

Would you like to discover the most authentic side of Italian gastronomy and share it with other enthusiasts of the “cucina italiana”? Enjoy this shared Market tour and typical Dining experience. Visit the vibrant local market and learn about the seasonal produce and secret ingredients. Then, head to your Cesarina’s house to enjoy a 3-course dining experience, showcasing the authentic regional dishes stored in the cookbooks of your host. You will take part in an experience which is so much more than just a lunch or dinner. You will make new friends, feel like one of the family and live like the Italians do.

Spend the day island hopping from Sicily. Explore the Aegadian archipelago with time to explore the different islands on your own, and lots of stops to swim. Visit the beaches and waterfalls at Favignana, then, enjoy lunch on board the ship accompanied by wine. Next stop at Levanzo, known for its striking blue water. Ideal for visitors looking to escape the city, get to know the islands, and spend time on the water.

Palermo is known for its vibrant local markets and traditional cuisine, both of which are easiest to explore with the help of a local. With this private culinary experience, enjoy a walk through one of the city’s bustling street markets as well as a cooking class with a local “cesarina”, or home cook. Prepare three classic dishes from Palermo with the guidance of your host, and then enjoy the fruits of your labors over a meal together.

Have a dining experience to remember in Castellammare del Golfo by choosing this combination of show cooking and a private meal in a local’s home. Watch how authentic family recipes are made—something you wouldn’t get in a restaurant—then sit down to feast on a multi-course meal of local specialties—such as a seasonal starter, freshly-made pasta, a second course, and a dessert.

The Taormina Day Tour has a relaxed pace and offers the chance to enjoy a great day in Taormina, a picturesque city, full of art samples and with plenty of shops. This is one of the capital cities of tourism in Sicily. A Sicilian meal will enrich the experience. See our reviews on TripAdvisor, Viator or TrustPilot to verify the excellent quality of our service and of the overall experience.

Explore the gems of the Nebrodi Mountains far from the crowds and bustle in Sicily’s cities with this private day trip. Stroll the maze-like lanes of a medieval hill town, take in views of Mt. Etna and the Alcantara Valley, visit a quiet castle and convent, and sample Sicilian specialties over a traditional lunch. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and enjoy a relaxed pace and flexible schedule.

As all our activities, the Caltagirone Day Tour is a private tour: no groups, no guides for many people and different languages, just a private driver and guide for you, with explanations, tips, recommendations at your service. Plus, our activities are never in a hurry: please, take your time while visiting, during your lunch experience and enjoy the day. This is the way we do it.

A day on a boat between the Egadi islands is the perfect opportunity to discover the crystal clear sea of Sicily, swim in unspoilt coves and visit villages with authentic charm. The itinerary also includes stops for a swim in the sea, a lunch with typical local products, relaxing moments on board while sipping an aperitif in front of an unforgettable sunset. A perfect tour for those who want to experience the best of the Egadi Islands in a day of relaxation, sea and tradition. Enjoy a memorable excursion to the Egadi Islands by Catamaran between Favignana and Levanzo. Admire the most beautiful bays of the islands accessible only by sea. Sip a drink offered by the captain on board before sunset. Explore the Caves with snorkeling equipment provided by the crew.

Do not miss the opportunity to live an authentic and unforgettable experience in the heart of Sicily. At Baglio Florio, every detail is designed to offer you a complete immersion in our culture and traditions. Why choose us? Walk in the olive grove: Walk through our centuries-old olive groves and let yourself be enveloped by the scents of the Sicilian countryside. Historical visit: Explore the historic original Baglio Florio, where grapes were once processed. Tasting of fine oil: On the way back, enjoy a guided tasting of our organic extra virgin olive oil. Traditional lunch: End the experience with a rich and varied lunch. This experience is designed for those who want to get in touch with the authentic soul of Sicily, through its flavors, its landscapes and its warm hospitality.

The isolated islands of Favignana and Levanzo lie within the Aegadian Islands off the western shores of Sicily, and their remote location makes access a challenge. On this full-day round-trip tour from Trapani, go island-hopping around the archipelago by mini-boat with lunch on board included. Reach Favignana and Levanzo with ease, enjoy free time to explore, swim, and soak up the sunshine at your leisure, and see the best of coastal Sicily.

Learn typical recipes together with a Sicilian cook with joy, knowing their typicality and their evolutions. You will immediately learn how to reproduce them in your home with ease. Your Host will welcome you in his elegant apartment in the central area, enjoying a view of the archaeological park.

Inside one of Palermo's most fascinating historical markets, an intense culinary adventure begins. In the company of an Expert local chef, select fresh and typical ingredients, immersing yourself in the vibrant scents and colors of the Point of Sale. Reach a private home and actively participate in the preparation of a Sicilian menu, rich in flavor and tradition. Share your experience with a close-knit group, enjoying the final lunch paired with a delicious Sicilian wine. Come home with a unique memory and new recipes to try.

Discover the most spectacular coast of Sicily with a nautical experience that will take you from Tonnara di Scopello to Riserva dello Zingaro, up to San Vito lo Capo. Ideal for couples, groups of friends and families who love the sea and adventure. You will experience the thrill of diving into the most hidden coves of the reserve, in turquoise waters accessible only by sea, away from the crowds. On board you will enjoy an authentic Sicilian lunch with homemade Trapani pesto and local wine as you sail through breathtaking views. Your Expert skipper will share stories and legends of the coast, showing you sea caves and unforgettable photographic glimpses. The grand finale in San Vito lo Capo, with its postcard DA beach between Monte Monaco and the promontory, will leave you breathless. An experience that combines untouched nature, genuine flavors and the magic of the Mediterranean in a memorable day.

Discover the most spectacular coast of Sicily with a nautical experience that will take you from Tonnara di Scopello to Riserva dello Zingaro, up to San Vito lo Capo. Ideal for couples, groups of friends and families who love the sea and adventure. You will experience the thrill of diving into the most hidden coves of the reserve, in turquoise waters accessible only by sea, away from the crowds. On board you will enjoy an authentic Sicilian lunch with homemade Trapani pesto and local wine as you sail through breathtaking views. Your Expert skipper will share stories and legends of the coast, showing you sea caves and unforgettable photographic glimpses. The grand finale in San Vito lo Capo, with its postcard DA beach between Monte Monaco and the promontory, will leave you breathless. An experience that combines untouched nature, genuine flavors and the magic of the Mediterranean in a memorable day.

Discover the delights of Sicilian cuisine from a real Sicilian home chef, Mamma Corleone. With this small-group cooking class, enjoy a hands-on culinary experience as you help prepare a variety of traditional Silician dishes. Under the expert guidance of Mamma Corleone, learn to cook specialties such as ‘panelle’ (chickpea flour fritters), street food favorites like ‘Arancini’, and a refreshing dessert such as watermelon jelly.

Live an authentic experience with two real locals. Be part of the fun. You will be able to meet a farmer and live together and really get to know what is called the green gold of Sicily, the Bronte Pistachio. The lava where the pistachio trees grow is the secret ingredient that gives life to a one-of-a-kind product, do you really want to miss it? The tour includes: - Transportation in a 7-seater SUV or vintage car (Only if you purchase the option with transportation). - Lunch that includes a rich appetizer with typical products with Bronte Pistachio DOP, First course of pasta with Bronte Pistachio DOP, Pistachio Dessert. - Visit to the farmer's shop. We are Chris and Barbara your future Sicilian friends, we are waiting for you here.

​After a short walk you will reach a panoramic spot immersed in the vineyard. While admiring Alicudi, Filicudi and Salina islands, the magic will happen, standing in front of the extraordinary immensity of the sea.

​The magical Castellaro sunset with an extraordinary view. Dedicated locations in the vineyard are available to immerse yourself in the romantic colors of the sun diving into the sea.

If you want to enjoy an aperitif that's different from the usual, book our experience! We'll spend some time together and we'll tell you about the characteristics and origins of artisanal products from small Etna-area producers, which you'll get to taste. The experience is aimed at small groups, to ensure more interaction and attention to everyone's curiosities.

If you want to experience something different from the usual aperitif, book our Wine Tasting! We will tell you about the characteristics and origins of extra virgin oils and organic wines from small Etnean producers. The experience is designed for small groups, ensuring more interaction and attention to everyone's curiosities.