Top Sicily Classes & Workshops

In gathering at the table, the bond that unites not only the diners, but also the dishes placed at the table to form something magical in a whole is always kept alive where everything has its place and nothing is left to chance. in gathering at the table develops a sacred rite that is renewed with harmony and finds its peak in the happiness of sharing. In a harmony of flavors and sounds that makes the heart beat in unison.

Live a unique culinary experience dedicated to Sicilian street food, with arancini as absolute protagonists

Discover the art of homemade ravioli in a hands-on cooking class in Palermo, one of Italy’s most captivating destinations. In a local kitchen, a skilled Italian cook will guide you through the secrets of fresh pasta-making. You’ll learn to mix and knead pasta dough, prepare regional fillings, and shape classic ravioli. While your ravioli cooks, enjoy an aperitivo and learn about Palermo's culinary traditions. Once ready, savor your freshly made ravioli with a traditional sauce, paired with fine regional wine. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, this authentic experience is perfect for both beginners and experienced foodies, teaching you the skills to recreate real Italian ravioli at home.

Immerse yourself in the rich flavors of Sicily with a hands-on cooking class led by renowned Chef Salvatore. This exclusive experience offers the opportunity to learn two traditional Sicilian recipes while gaining insights into the culinary techniques that define Mediterranean contemporary cuisine. After cooking, savor the delicious dishes you've created alongside local wines and refreshing water, all while receiving a digital recipe booklet to take home. Perfect for food enthusiasts seeking an authentic taste of Sicily.

Enjoy an authentic Sicilian cooking experience at a local home: prepare a traditional three-course menu, from appetizer to dessert, guided step by step in a warm and convivial atmosphere

This experience is designed for travellers looking for something more than a simple drink. The Cocktails & Limoncello Class in Taormina combines hands-on mixology, Sicilian tradition and local flavours in a relaxed, social setting. Guided by professional bartenders, you will actively take part in every step: preparing cocktails, discovering ingredients, tasting and understanding how flavours work together.

Create a full-course Sicilian meal in this small-group, 4-course cooking class hosted through Cozymeal. Located in scenic Taormina with Mediterranean views, this intimate workshop combines authentic flavors, hands-on cooking and regional wine. Menu - First course: Crostini — rustic bread flavored with garlic and oregano - Second course: Eggplant parmigiana — baked with tomato, basil and Parmesan - Third course: Maccheroni pasta — handmade and paired with pancetta and Datterino tomatoes - Dessert: Panna cotta — infused with vanilla bean and topped with seasonal fruit With Prosecco to start and one bottle of wine shared between two guests, this refined experience offers the perfect way to savor Sicilian cuisine in a coastal setting.

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. Originally ideated by Silvia and then developed by family member Gabriele, Mandranova kitchen proposes traditional and family recipes adding a contemporary twist.

Immerse yourself in Sicilian culture with a tour of Catania's historic market. After an initial coffee, you will discover the largest and liveliest market in the city, among stalls full of fresh produce and inviting scents. During the tour, you will taste local specialties such as olives, cheeses and tomatoes, discovering the secrets to choosing quality ingredients.

Sicily by Bites offers an authentic Sicilian cooking experience specifically suitable for visitors arriving in Catania by cruise ship. Guests are welcomed by Francesco Coco, a local guide, chef and licensed tourist escort, at a beautiful historic private villa by the sea in Ognina, Catania. The villa is more than 200 years old and offers a relaxed, elegant and genuinely local setting, away from the typical tourist areas. The experience is designed as a half-day shore excursion and is suitable for cruise passengers looking for an authentic food and cultural experience during their time in Catania. CRUISE PASSENGER INFORMATION Cruise passengers can book the experience with optional private pickup and drop-off from Catania Cruise Port. When booking, cruise passengers should provide: * Cruise ship name * Ship arrival time in Catania * Ship departure time * Number of guests * Any relevant dietary requirements The pickup time can be arranged according to the ship's arrival schedule.

Join a fun, hands-on Sicilian cooking class: craft three doughs, make cucche, scifitieddi, stuffed ravioli, and brioche col tuppo with gelato. Great food, good wine, and an authentic, warm atmosphere

Explore the fascinating world of bees at a hands-on honey experience in Sicily. Led by a knowledgeable beekeeper, visit the educational apiary, where you'll wear protective gear to safely observe the buzzing hives. Engage in the honey extraction process and relish the unique flavors during a honey tasting. Create your own beeswax candle in a fun workshop. The journey concludes with a tasting of natural and flavored extra virgin olive oil, followed by a traditional Sicilian lunch, including an aperitif with bruschetta topped with traditional pestos, olives, cheeses, salami, stuffed local pizzolo, and a dessert made with ricotta or honey. Beverages included : water and two glasses of white or red wine. This immersive experience celebrates the importance of bees and Sicilian culinary delights.

Making a Sicilian Arancino is like creating a piece of culinary art, and not every cook can master it. Inside the Secret Garden, hidden in the heart of Taormina, guests will discover the authentic techniques behind one of Sicily’s most iconic street foods in a fully hands-on and exclusive experience. Together with the local chef, you will learn step by step how to prepare traditional Sicilian arancini, from cooking the perfect rice to preparing the fillings, shaping the arancini by hand, breading, and finally frying them until golden and crispy. At the end of the class, guests will enjoy the arancini prepared during the experience together with Sicilian wine and local hospitality in the exclusive Secret Garden.

Immerse yourself in the charm of rural Sicily by joining a local family at their off-grid farm by the river. Begin by gathering fresh vegetables from the organic garden before learning to craft homemade ravioli using freshly milled wheat flour. Along the way, you’ll taste local olive oil and discover traditional food preservation techniques while sipping unlimited wine from their enchanting farm cellar. Weather permitting, dine by the river under the shade of ancient trees, and even take a refreshing swim in the river nearby. Your meal will begin with a large spread of appetizers, curated from the freshest local ingredients. Afterwards, you'll be able to enjoy your own ricotta or pesto ravioli topped with organic tomato sauce from the garden. The lunch will be rounded off with sweet cannoli and seasonal fruits. This unique experience is perfect for those looking to try something new and create an unforgettable afternoon.

Sicily is home to a unique cuisine, different from mainland Italy and often hard to access without the knowledge of a local. With this Sicilian cooking class, enjoy an exclusive glimpse into Palermo’s culinary traditions by exploring one of the city’s oldest markets with a local and then preparing classic dishes at a family-run cooking school. Make four courses and sample what you’ve created during a celebratory meal.

Learn how to make pizza the Sicilian way in this cookery class. Based in an authentic pizzeria, get hands-on experience making dough whilst familiarizing yourself with traditional ingredients. Settle into a fun and laid-back atmosphere as you enjoy a choice of wine and soda. The perfect activity for travellers who enjoy learning about a new culture through its food heritage. Take away new culinary skills and try what you have learnt at home.

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.

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.

The Vaccaro brothers, famous "puppeteers" of Syracuse, will guide you in discovering the secrets of the scene, you will also be able to live a unique experience maneuvering the puppets and marionettes, becoming a puppeteer for a day too! You will hear the stories of brave paladins and damsels who, to defend their love, faced great challenges, tests of valor and heroic deeds among monstrous creatures and magic. A completely new way to listen to the verses of chivalric poems, to let you experience the atmosphere of distant times, you can also visit the museum, a place full of mystery, history and enchantment. At the end of the guided tour you will be able to watch a show being staged and listen to fabulous stories and poems of fearless knights. Let yourself be carried away by the stories - which tell of valiant knights, ladies and sorcerers - taken from ancient novels and poems of the Carolingian era, represented in the splendid setting of the puppet theater in Syracuse.

Discover the true essence of traditional Sicilian cuisine with a unique cooking class. In a welcoming and familiar atmosphere, you will have the opportunity to prepare and enjoy authentic dishes, reinterpreted with a touch of creativity.

Live a unique experience of Sicilian cuisine in the heart of Piazza Armerina, where tradition and conviviality meet. During this cooking class, led by an experienced chef, you will discover the secrets of local cuisine and prepare three courses using fresh and authentic ingredients.

Caltagirone is a treasure chest hidden in the most suggestive corners of the historic center. Walk in the company of an expert connoisseur of Caltagirone Ceramics to discover the most beautiful works of art that enrich and make the city of Caltagirone unique.

Live a unique experience in the center of Caltagirone with an exclusive visit to an ancient artisan workshop to discover the secrets of Calabrian ceramics, manipulate clay and decorate an object with your own hands.

Discover the secrets of Sicilian extra virgin olive oil with an authentic experience among centuries-old olive groves and unique flavors! On board a tractor, you will explore the olive groves accompanied by our experienced staff, who will tell you about the history and cultivation techniques. You will taste two fine oils, accompanied by the traditional Pane Cunzatu, green and black olives. You will taste a selection of artisanal pates with seasoned green olives, baked black olives and dried tomatoes, all accompanied by mineral water and a glass of Sicilian wine to choose from Nero D’Avola or Grillo. At the end of the experience, you will receive a small cadeau of the Company as a reminder of this immersion in the flavors and traditions of Sicily. Book now and let yourself be conquered by the authenticity of this Sicilian treasure!