• Via Isole delle Molucche, 8 - Teresa warmly invites you to dive into a genuine Sicilian culinary and cultural adventure! Follow on Instagram: zimmittiteresa_italy
  The experience unfolds in two parts.
  Transportation during the experience is available at a cost of €20 cash per person. Meeting point:
  Gather at 8:45 at the Ortigia market (Burgio Salumeria), conveniently located near the cruise ship port.
  Ortigia market tour (8:45 - 9:45)
  Savor a delightful stroll through the bustling market, shopping for food, uncovering local flavors, basic recipes, tasting Sicilian specialties, and learning about fresh and preserved foods. A 15-minute drive will take you to my villa in the seaside area where the lesson will occur. In the second part of the experience, participants will prepare a traditional lunch using some of the fresh ingredients selected at the market. Local wine, water, and coffee are included.
  This is a sociable experience, ideal for couples, families, or small groups.
  If comfortable accommodation is needed, it can be provided. Starting in December, lessons will also be held in my winter apartment near Ortigia. Please inquire if interested.

• 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

• Pasta or arancine with ragù , or sicilian impanata with vegetables and cheese - The fresh or dry pasta with meat, vegetables or fish sauce.
  You can specify your preferences, I can also satisfy you with a vegetarian menu.
• caponata, parmigiana,bruschetta,meat or fish dish ,vegetable sweet and sour - The appetizer will be typical Sicilian traditional.Vegetables, fish and local and fresh meats
• 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.
• Vegetarian menu - On request, the menu can be all vegetarian.

This experience is designed for at least two participants. Teresa, a native of Syracuse, will be your guide throughout this engaging journey, which is of moderate difficulty. At the market, you’ll explore local traditions as Teresa shares fascinating insights about food, basic recipes, and offers you the chance to sample small portions of local delicacies.

Cook & Enjoy (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.): Using the ingredients selected at the market, you’ll prepare three traditional family dishes. The ingredients will be fresh, and the recipes will reflect the current season. The menu can be customized upon request. At Teresa’s Villa, you’ll also experience genuine Sicilian hospitality.

By booking this experience, you’ll receive a family recipe book as a gift, enabling you to cook like a true Sicilian. Two new apartments are available for your stay in Ortigia. Please inquire for more information.

Transportation is available upon request when booking. Last-minute bookings are offered at a discounted rate.

• A gluten-free menu is not available

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.