4.7 / 5Small Group Sicilian Cooking Class with Local Chef
- Learn to cook authentic Sicilian dishes like caponata, spaghetti alla Norma, and cannoli under the guidance of a professional local chef.
- Explore the island's diverse culinary roots with an engaging introduction to Sicily's Arab, Greek, and Spanish influences.
- Prepare and plate your own bruschetta, pasta, and dessert using fresh, locally sourced ingredients in a vibrant kitchen-lab setting.
- Enjoy your handmade meal paired with Sicilian wine while connecting with fellow travelers in a relaxed, communal atmosphere.
- Return to your cruise ship with new recipes, culinary confidence, and a deeper appreciation for Sicilian food culture.
Small
Easy
An approximate 8 to 15-minute taxi ride (not included, approximately 10 to 15 EUR each way) is required to reach your departure location. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.The experience involves light walking for approximately 15 minutes. You may encounter a few steps and walk on various surfaces, including concrete paths, dirt trails, and wooden floors.
The cooking class can be adapted to vegetarian or vegan diets. Please notify us of any dietary preferences, allergies, or intolerances at the time of booking.
Guests must be 18 years or older to consume alcohol.
Small Group Sicilian Cooking Class with Local Chef
Unlock the flavors of Sicily just minutes from the Catania cruise terminal with a hands-on cooking class that turns you into the chef, the diner, and the storyteller all in one delicious morning or afternoon. Guided by a professional local chef in a fully equipped kitchen-lab, you'll craft a three-course menu that captures the island's Arab, Greek, and Spanish influences in every bite.
Set in an inviting, lively atmosphere, this culinary adventure sees you mastering the balance of sweet and sour in a classic Sicilian caponata, rolling perfect spaghetti alla Norma, and crafting the quintessential Sicilian dessert, the cannolo. It wouldn't be an Italian cooking class without some hands-on action, so expect to get a little messy as you follow authentic steps to create delicious dishes that you can recreate back home for your loved ones.
Kick-starting with an enlightening introduction to the rich history and diverse cultural influences that shape Sicilian cuisine, we then roll up our sleeves and dive into the cooking part: Bruschetta featuring local produce, the famed Caponata, delectable Spaghetti rolls, and an exciting cannolo-making demonstration that allows you to garnish with fresh ricotta, chopped pistachios, or chocolate.
As the tantalizing aromas waft through the air, sit back and savor your culinary masterpieces in a relaxed setting, paired with a glass of superior Sicilian wine, all while mingling with fellow food-lovers. We cater to vegetarian and vegan diets upon request. This all-inclusive tour is your passport to immerse in Sicilian food culture, discover new recipes, and carry a slice of our tradition back home!
Class sizes stay intimate for plenty of one-on-one guidance, all ingredients and gear are included, and round-trip taxis whisk you back to the Port of Catania with time--and recipes--to spare. Book now to swap cruise-ship fare for genuine Sicilian cucina and return on board with new skills, new friends, and the unforgettable aroma of ricotta and pistachio still on your palate.
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