Join Teresa Zimmitti on a Syracuse Market Tour in Ortigia, Sicily. Explore the vibrant Ortigia market, learn to cook traditional Sicilian dishes, and indulge in a tasting tour. Book now!
Join Teresa Zimmitti on a Syracuse Market Tour in Ortigia, Sicily. Explore the vibrant Ortigia market, learn to cook traditional Sicilian dishes, and indulge in a tasting tour. Book now!
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Via Isole delle Molucche, 8 - Teresa warmly invites you to dive into a genuine Sicilian culinary and cultural adventure! Follow her on Instagram: zimmittiteresa_italy
Meeting Point:
Join us at 8:30 at the Ortigia market (Burgio Salumeria), conveniently located near the cruise ship port.
Ortigia Market Tour (8:30-9:30):
Enjoy a pleasant…
- Via Isole delle Molucche, 8 - Teresa warmly invites you to dive into a genuine Sicilian culinary and cultural adventure! Follow her on Instagram: zimmittiteresa_italy
Meeting Point:
Join us at 8:30 at the Ortigia market (Burgio Salumeria), conveniently located near the cruise ship port.
Ortigia Market Tour (8:30-9:30):
Enjoy a pleasant stroll through the bustling market, exploring local flavors, sampling Sicilian delicacies, and learning about both fresh and preserved ingredients.
Cooking Class with Tasting (10:00 - 13:00):
The cooking class is held at Teresa’s villa with a garden in the seaside area of Arenella. Private transport can be arranged upon request if needed.
Participants will prepare a traditional lunch using some of the fresh ingredients selected at the market and relish the delicious dishes they have crafted.
This is a sociable experience, ideal for couples, families, or small groups.

- Hands-On Cooking: You’ll be involved in every step of the process.
- Cooking class with three family recipes in a local house.
- Wine, mineral water and coffee.
- Visit to Ortigia market and grocery stores.
- Hands-On Cooking: You’ll be involved in every step of the process.
- Cooking class with three family recipes in a local house.
- Wine, mineral water and coffee.
- Visit to Ortigia market and grocery stores.
- Meals
- Private transportation
- Meals
- Private transportation
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Fresh or dry pasta with sauce,or arancine,or impanata or pizza margherita - The pasta sauces will be with fish or vegetarian or with meat.
You can specify your preferences, I can also satisfy you with a vegetarian menu. - Traditional Sicilian dessert ,usually dessert with fresh ricotta - We will make a dessert with local product: ricotta, almonds or…
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Fresh or dry pasta with sauce,or arancine,or impanata or pizza margherita - The pasta sauces will be with fish or vegetarian or with meat.
You can specify your preferences, I can also satisfy you with a vegetarian menu. - Traditional Sicilian dessert ,usually dessert with fresh ricotta - We will make a dessert with local product: ricotta, almonds or pistachio, tiramisu, rolle’, almonds cake, pistachio cake, cannoli.
- caponata, parmigiana,bruschetta,meat or fish dish ,vegetable sweet and sour - Vegetables, fish and local and fresh meats
Teresa will be your guide throughout the entire experience.
8:30-9:30 am: Enjoy a guided tour of the Ortigia market, featuring small tastings from the market stalls. Gain insights into local ingredients, learn how to cook them, and discover basic recipes of Sicilian cuisine.
9:30 am: Head towards the villa. The lesson takes place at Via Isole Molucche 8,…
Teresa will be your guide throughout the entire experience.
8:30-9:30 am: Enjoy a guided tour of the Ortigia market, featuring small tastings from the market stalls. Gain insights into local ingredients, learn how to cook them, and discover basic recipes of Sicilian cuisine.
9:30 am: Head towards the villa. The lesson takes place at Via Isole Molucche 8, Arenella (a 15-minute drive). Private transportation is available for €20 per person.
10:00 am: Begin the traditional cooking class.
Cook & Enjoy: Prepare a seasonal, family-style lunch (meat, fish, or vegetarian) using ingredients selected at the market. The menu will be customized, so please inform them of any dietary requirements when booking, as recipes are always changing.
Experience Sicilian hospitality at Teresa’s home. Last-minute availability may be possible, so don’t miss out!
- A gluten-free menu is not available
- There are no seated tastings at the market.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.