Top Sicily Olive Oil Tasting

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.

Discover Mandranova’s olive oils with a stroll through our grove, a tour of the mill, and a guided tasting of three premium Sicilian EVOOs with fresh bread, learning their flavors and health benefits

Our company represents a love story with our territory. This is why we have decided to share with you our history and our work which has united us and made us grow for 4 generations. Thanks to the support of virtual reality, what is a seasonal activity, namely the harvesting of olives and their extraction in the mill, will be accessible to everyone first hand. In fact, you will find yourself walking among our olive trees while the workers harvest the fruits, before arriving at the oil mill and observing the transformation of the olives into oil up close. To conclude this beautiful journey, you will taste our extra virgin olive oil together with the products of our Sicilian tradition. Flexible starting times. Contact us to arrange the most convenient time for you.

Mandranova is a farm located in the south of Sicily in the Palma di Montechiaro area (Agrigento). The farm develops over ca. 180 hectares, the main products are extra-virgin olive oil and almonds. Mandranova farm is run by family members Giuseppe and Silvia who, at the end of the nineties, decided to renovate the family farm with the goal of combining tradition and innovation. Mandranova produces extra-virgin olive oil from Sicilian native cultivar groves using integrated agriculture techniques and polyconic vase pruning. Harvest occurs from mid September to mid October employing a mix of mechanical and semi-mechanical harvest. The olives are processed in a proprietary mill through mechanical cold extraction. Mandranova produces both monocultivar and blend extra-virgin olive oils. In term of organoleptic characteristics, the oils tend to be medium to intense fruity, rich in polyphenols with green intense color.

A journey of taste "full immersion" in nature and Sicilian history. Not only excellent products : the Baglio Ingardia farm is much more. Inside our eighteenth-century structure, you can participate in guided tours, with technical tastings of Organic Wine and Grand Cru EVO Oil. A journey through history but also among the authentic flavors of Sicily.

Italy produces some of the world’s most prestigious extra-virgin olive oil. Delve into the world of Italy’s “liquid gold” with this private olive oil tour at a farm set in the olive groves outside Montevago. Stroll among the trees to learn about olive cultivation, harvesting, and pressing. Then enjoy a guided olive oil tasting paired with Sicilian food and sweets during lunch.

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.

You will have the unique opportunity of gathering vegetables straight from our vegetable garden, collecting wine, grain, nuts, olives, and preserves from our pantry, and then cooking lunch together with our family. You will be able to learn recipes, grind the grain into flour, make ravioli, pesto, and antipasti, and feel welcomed into our home and family as we prepare and cook together. You are likely to meet three generations of our family. Our farm has been a sacred site for over 2500 years. Archeologists found altars used by Greeks and Romans, and we will take you on a journey from ancient times to the present day. We are inside one of the most famous canyons in Sicily, touched by this stunning river, in which you will have the opportunity to swim and dive.

Enter a hidden corner of the most authentic Sicily, among centuries-old olive trees, lemon scents and golden light. At the Azienda Agricola Oliva, we will welcome you to our estate, cared for with love and craftsmanship, where oil is not just a product: it is culture, slowness, elegance. The experience begins with a walk among organic olive trees and lemons in bloom. You will discover the techniques of sustainable cultivation and the history of our territory. You will visit the boutique oil mill, an essential and well-kept environment, where we will show you the artisan process of oil extraction. This will be followed by a guided tasting of several award-winning organic EVO oils, paired with fresh bread and seasonal products. Each taste is a journey through different scents, textures and flavors. This is a private, welcoming and tailor-made experience, in a rural-chic setting, designed for those seeking the true soul of Sicily through taste, nature and discreet elegance.

Premium Quality Over Mass Tourism: We do not offer commercial products. Every wine, cheese, and salami you taste is a selected piece of authentic, independent Sicilian craftsmanship. The Perfect Express Stop: No crowded buses, no long transfers, and zero stress. We offer a high-end gastronomic experience in just 30–30 minutes, leaving you with plenty of time to enjoy Messina. 100m from Your Ship: Located a 1-minute walk from the cruise terminal gate, we are the easiest, closest, and safest culinary experience you can find before reboarding. Curated Souvenirs Shopping: We are a boutique, not just a tour. After the tasting, you can shop for genuine Sicilian delicacies—like real Bronte D.O.P. pistachio creams and Etna olive oil—safely packaged and ready for cruise travel.

Experience the authentic side of Sicily and connect with a local family on this private farm tour and lunch near Noto. Stroll through the farm’s citrus, almond, and olive groves and learn about the farm’s history and production. Pick fresh ingredients from the garden or forage for wild herbs and asparagus. Then, enjoy a farm-fresh lunch together with your hosts, where you also sample the farm’s own olive oil and wine.

The is not just a tourist activity: it is an invitation to live in harmony with nature, through two symbols of the Mediterranean — Sicilian lemon and extra virgin olive oil. A sensory and authentic experience, where tradition, sustainability and creativity meet. We will not just talk about ingredients: you will touch them, smell them, taste them. You will discover how much they tell about the territory and the lifestyle. We will share small daily gestures that make a difference, and that you can take with you anywhere. The atmosphere is chic but familiar, attention to detail but always authentic. You will be warmly welcomed, involved in activities that inspire and leave a true memory of Sicily: made of intense scents, moving hands and shared DA stories. A moment of deep connection with the earth, with others and with yourself.

Snack your way through the streets of Palermo on this Sicilian food tour. Explore backstreet markets and food stalls specializing in local delicacies such as stuffed rice balls and chickpea fritters as your guide fills you in on local history and culture. Find eateries you’d probably miss going alone. Plus, this small-group tour has a limited number of participants for a more personalized experience.

This is not a standard olive oil tasting. It takes place in a small regenerative farm, where everything you taste comes directly from the land around you. Instead of a formal or technical approach, the experience is built around a simple rural table, where olive oil is understood as part of a wider food culture shaped by landscape, seasonality, and traditional farming.

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.

By participating in our cooking class, you will be able to discover the most authentic Sicilian cuisine thanks to local people, far from the usual tourist itineraries. You will discover the secrets to the success of a dish and you will have lunch like in a Sicilian family, in the company of Sicilians.

Immersed in a generous and luxuriant nature, the Bio farm is ideal for spending a day in contact with nature. The gentle hills are suitable for pleasant naturalistic walks. Among the most welcome moments is the stop in the vineyard adjacent to the cellar: here the visitor has the opportunity to get to know the qualitative precautions in the vineyard, the favorable microclimate, harvest times. We continue the visit to the cellar passing through the area of vinification, bottling and aging of red wines. the tasting of two wines is provided directly from the vats and barrels. Visiting this organic farm allows the visitor to get to know the generosity of the Sicilian countryside up close: olive groves, citrus groves, garden of aromas, the vast lawn with Mediterranean plants. In addition, the play area, the animal area, the refreshment verandas, the restaurant characterize the farm and make it the ideal place to spend a relaxing day in contact with nature.

To get to know Sicily you have to touch it first hand. Actively participating in the collection means transporting you to the heart of our activity, in a crucial and at the same time loved phrase. It will be an unforgettable experience for you that will remain in your hearts forever.

Explore Mount Etna, the world's most active stratovolcano, on this small-group hiking tour from Catania. Ride up the mountain on a 4WD vehicle and take a moderate hike through Mount Etna's moon-like landscape in the Valley del Bove depression. Explore Etna's largest caldera, aka a large crater, and take in spectacular views of the Sicilian landscape and the Ionian Sea.

Marvel over the geological wonders of Mount Etna on this action-packed small-group tour from Catania. Soak up the dramatic scenery of Europe’s highest active volcano as you trek along its paths, explore a cave formed by lava, and taste local products. Then, spend the afternoon enjoying your free time in Taormina, among medieval churches, ancient Greek theater, and a lively shopping district.

A unique experience of having a picnic under an olive tree in the middle of the vineyards, located in the Monte Genuardo Nature Reserve. You will start the experience with a guided tour through our vineyards and wine cellar, during which you will have an opportunity to learn more about Sicilian grape varieties, unique terroirs and find out how our organic wines are created. Afterwards you will be invited to enjoy your Picnic under the shade of an olive tree in the middle of the vineyards. You will taste two of our wines of your choice and pair them with local Sicilian Gourmet products. You can ralax and engage all of your five senses during this experience: listen to the sounds of the nature, watch the picturesque landscape, discover aromas of our wines, taste our products and feel the refreshing breeze. This experience is perfectly suitable for you if you would like to spend some quality time with your partner, family or friends.

Observe dolphins in the Gulf of Catania safely and sustainably with this low-impact tour. Set off with a crew of specialized skippers and marine biologists to learn about the local dolphin population and watch them frolicking in the open waters off Sicily. This tour abides by the international agreement for the conservation of cetaceans and is certified as eco-friendly, so you’ll get close enough to snap photos without disturbing the animals.

Our wine tasting is a unique experience set inside an ancient palmento located near the spectacular Alcantara Gorges. More than a simple tasting, it is an immersive journey designed to experience Sicilian wine in a modern and engaging way. Guests enjoy a guided tasting of 5 natural wines from Mount Etna and Sicily, together with 3 local olive oils, accompanied by traditional Sicilian cheeses and cured meats. The experience combines multimedia storytelling, visual content and explanations about the ancient palmento winemaking techniques, creating a deeper connection between wine, territory and history. This experience blends wine, culture and emotion, with a dynamic and interactive atmosphere, a shareable social media reel, small curated gadgets and a captivating storytelling format that makes the discovery of wine accessible, memorable and truly special.