Traditional Home Cooking Experience In Catania

Immerse yourself in Sicilian culture with a walking tour and cooking class that combines history, tradition, and authentic flavors. Start with a guided stroll through Catania’s lively streets, visiting local markets and historic food shops to discover fresh ingredients and learn about Sicily’s culinary heritage. After an hour of exploration, you’ll join a hands-on cooking class in a local kitchen, where you’ll prepare a traditional Sicilian dish, such as handmade pasta, arancini, or caponata, using fresh, high-quality ingredients. Once the meal is ready, enjoy your creation with a glass of fine Sicilian wine in a warm, authentic home setting. Perfect for food enthusiasts and those seeking an immersive cultural experience, this tour offers new cooking skills, authentic recipes, and unforgettable memories of Catania’s vibrant flavors.

Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at local's home,  learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Catania cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a selection of local wines. During the lesson the local home cook will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Catania recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Your day in Catania is just winding down, the sun's about to set… It's time for an Aperitivo. This glamorous Italian tradition is loved all over the world, and this is your chance to learn how to prepare it for yourself, the perfect souvenir.  Preparing the perfect aperitivo is an art; you will learn how to prepare a selection of five elegant nibbles to pair with with a refreshing glass of fizz, ideal for sharing with friends in the early evening. Your aperitivo will be a bite-size representation of its local culture, using typical regional ingredients and local wines, such as a sparkling prosecco or a light red. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Experience the authentic flavors of Sicily with a hands-on home cooking class in the heart of Catania. Under the guidance of a passionate local chef, you’ll master the art of preparing fresh pasta, including pistachio-filled ravioli, caserecce, and gnocchetti, while learning the secrets of traditional Sicilian recipes. Discover how to pair your creations with classic sauces like the iconic Pasta alla Norma, aromatic Trapanese pesto, and the rich flavors of the Aeolian style. After the cooking session, sit down to enjoy the meal you’ve prepared, paired with carefully selected local wines that enhance the flavors of each dish. This immersive culinary journey is perfect for food lovers eager to embrace Sicilian traditions, learn valuable cooking techniques, and savor the essence of Catania’s vibrant food culture. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced cook, this class will leave you with new skills, unforgettable memories, and authentic recipes to share with your loved ones

Visit the vibrant local market and immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a Cesarina's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic Catania recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people.  Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from Sicily cellars and coffee). At the end of the experience, take your souvenir back home: the official Cesarine apron and shopping bag. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 600+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Step into a charming local home in Catania for an intimate and authentic pasta-making experience. In just 1.5 hours, you’ll be welcomed with a traditional Italian aperitivo, learn to prepare fresh homemade pasta from scratch, and enjoy your delicious creation with a complimentary glass of wine. This immersive culinary experience is perfect for food lovers, travelers, and anyone looking to connect with Sicilian culture through its rich gastronomic traditions

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish… So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Lovely day, full of fun for the whole family, kids included, or for friends and couples. Atmosphere is just relaxing and genuine. It's an authentic Sicilian style experience. You will help the cook and at the end you will enjoy the meal and grasp some secrets, but not all! Sicilian bottle of wine in included!

Cooking class: From Fresh Pasta to Tiramisu Discover the secrets of Italian cuisine in a single experience that combines tradition and taste. During this practical lesson, led by a professional chef, you will learn how to prepare two great classics: fresh pasta and Tiramisu. Fresh pasta Starting from raw materials, you will learn how to create the perfect dough: for different types of pasta: tagliatelle, maltagliati, farfalle… You will learn the techniques for kneading pasta and the best methods for cooking it and seasoning it with matching sauces. Tiramisu The course includes the preparation of Tiramisu, the most beloved Italian dessert in the world. You will discover how to make it and how to customize it with unique and delicious decorations. Details The lesson takes place in a professional laboratory, lasts about 2-3 hours. At the end of the course, you will take home authentic techniques and the flavor of Italian tradition.

Join us for an interactive culinary experience, where Sicilian traditions merge with the joy of shared cooking. Discover the secrets behind the typical dishes that have made our island famous the world over, and create receipt and savoury memories that will last forever. You will visit the famous traditional market of Catania and buy some ingredients there, discovering memorable cultural customs and local folklore.

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a Cesarina's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic Catania recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from Sicily cellars and coffee). At the end of the experience, take your souvenir back home: the official Cesarine apron and shopping bag. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 600+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Dining in a Sicilian household is more than just a meal; it’s an embrace of a way of life that values tradition, family, and the pleasure of good company. The flavors linger on your palate, but it's the experience that stays in your heart. As you bid farewell to your hosts, you take with you more than just the memory of exquisite food in Sicilian family style; you leave with a deeper appreciation of what it means to be genuinely welcomed into someone's home and to partake in their cherished customs. Visiting Catania and dining in a local home restaurant is, undoubtedly, an unmissable experience. It brings you closer to the spirit of Sicily, where food is the bridge that connects past, present, and future, and where every meal is a celebration of life itself.

Dive into Catania like a local foodie. Explore your Cesarina's most trusted artisanal food shops, tasting as you go. Visit a selection of small local shops, learn about the typical products of the city while tasting them. A delicious way to discover Catania and its gastronomy! • Street food tasting tour • Explore your Cesarina's most trusted artisanal food shops • Sample some of Catania typical street food staples • Do some sightseeing in Catania as you walk from tasting to tasting • Small-group tour with a maximum of 12 people for an authentic food experience Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Mariella was born and raised in Catania, and after working in the confectionery and gift sector for 35 years, she has now decided to dedicate herself to cooking. She is so excited to share her passion for food with travelers visiting Italy. At Mariella’s home you will get glimpse into Sicilian cuisine. From the Greeks – with their passion for fish, olives and pistachios, to the Romans – with their cultivation of wheat and grapes and to the Arabs – for introducing couscous. Gastronomy has always been an integral part of the Sicilian identity and through this experience you will learn all about the local ingredients, cooking techniques, cultural traditions and family recipes. • Private Sicilian cooking class in a beautiful home in Catania • Learn to make a pasta dish and appetizer or dessert from scratch • Cook using family recipes and learn tips and tricks to cook a traditional Italian meal • Enjoy a homecooked meal with some local Sicilian wine • Vegetarian options are available

Savor Sicily's Essence at Deborah's Table: Relish a Flavorful 3-Course Feast Rooted in Local Tradition, Set in the Heart of Catania's Historic Charms! • 3-course homemade Sicilian dinner • You'll be welcome at the host's house, in a Sicilian liberty architecture building in the city centre • Dining experience for up to 6 people • Deborah is a lawyer by trade and a cook for passion

Join Sicilian chef Luca in his cozy Catania home, just steps from Piazza del Duomo, for an authentic cooking class inspired by his Michelin-starred experience and family traditions. Start with prosecco as Luca guides you through preparing a three-course Sicilian meal, including handmade pasta. Opt for the market tour to explore Catania’s vibrant Fish Market with Luca, selecting fresh ingredients and discovering the secrets of Sicilian cuisine. Experience the warmth of true Sicilian hospitality during this unique, small group, immersive cultural and culinary experience in Catania.

Alessandro is a civil lawyer by profession and a contemporary pizza maker by passion. During his free time, you will find Alessandro creating the perfect pizza for his family and friends. He has attended several courses on how to prepare Neapolitan-style pizza and now he would like to introduce this wonderful art to everyone. Join Alessandro in his beautiful home to share a pizza accompanied by a glass of locally brewed beer and a traditional Sicilian entrée. He is excited to share his love for cooking with travelers and teach them his process of creating a contemporary pizza. – Private pizza making class in Catania with a local family – Learn to make your own pizza from scratch using seasonal and local ingredients – Get insight into Italian culture, cuisine and culinary traditions – Learn tips and tricks to cook the perfect contemporary pizza from a local expert – Alessandro can offer a lactose free, vegetarian and vegan meal, on request. Please inform him in advance if needed.

A Taste of the Heart and Soul of Sicily Signing up for a cooking class in Catania is more than just a cooking lesson: it's an immersion into the heart and soul of Sicily at Graziella's home. After shopping in typical shops with Graziella, you'll not only gain new culinary skills, but you'll also take home unforgettable memories and a deeper connection to Sicilian culture. Whether you're an amateur cook or a seasoned foodie, learning Sicilian cuisine in Catania at Graziella's home promises an enriching and magical experience that will leave you inspired long after you've returned home.

Visit the vibrant local market and the traditional food shops with the Cesarina and immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Catania cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Catania recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Discover Sicilian Culture in a  PRIVATE Foodie & Winie Tour.  8 Days / 7 Nights visiting Taormina, Mt. Etna, Noto, Syracuse and Palermo. Enjoy the best Sicilian Organic Food & Wine. Visit Etna Farmhouses and Wineries, Learn cooking tricks in Family Trattoria and visit colourful Street Market and taste their StreetFood. 7 Tours/Activities with Licensed Local Guide. Accommodation options in 4*Hotels. Overnights in Taormina, Syracuse & Palermo. All ground Transfers in 8 seats A/C Mercedes Minivan or Mercedes Car and licensed driver, including Pick up and drop off to Airport. 24 hours coordination from arrival to departure.