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Ortigia Market Tour and Cooking Lesson
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14 Ratings
Siracusa
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!
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Via Isole delle Molucche, 8 - Teresa invites you (at least two people) to join this immersive experience in Sicilian cuisine and culture. The meeting point is at 8:30 AM at the Ortigia market (Burgio Salumeria), conveniently located near the port where cruise ships dock. The activity begins with a delightful stroll through the market streets to explore local foods. The experience includes: food tasting, descriptions of fresh and preserved foods, smart recipes, shopping for ingredients for the lesson, and a family cookbook as a gift, so you can enjoy cooking many recipes for family and friends at home. The Ortigia market tour lasts an hour from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. The cooking class with lunch starts at 10:00 AM in the ARENELLA area (a 15-minute drive). You will need a car, but transportation can be provided. Together, we will prepare a traditional three-course meal, and you will enjoy the food you cooked. During the lesson, you will have the opportunity to cook yourself, with clear and engaging instructions on how to prepare a delicious menu. If you have time for a culinary experience during your vacation, this will be both pleasant and amazing. Cruise passengers will be taken back. Follow on Instagram: Teresa cooking lesson in the garden
What's Included
- Parking space available
- Mineral water, local bottled wine, and coffee included
- Accommodation in Ortigia available upon request
- Cruise passengers escorted back to the port
- Tasting in the garden at villa near the beach in Arenella
- Experience in Italian or English
- Transport available for €15 (market to house and back)
- Pets welcome
Meal Options
- caponata, parmigiana, bruschetta, meat or fish dish, vegetable sweet and sour -
- Fresh or dry pasta, timbale, pizza, breaded with vegetables, arancini - main course
- Traditional Sicilian dessert, usually dessert with fresh ricotta -
Additional Information
Lessons in Italian or English (minimum two guests). Instagram: Teresa cooking lessons in the garden Italy.
This gastronomic and authentic experience is perfect for enthusiasts of traditional Sicilian culture and cuisine. With a walk to the market, you will gain comprehensive knowledge of local food. After the market visit, we will head to my home to begin your cooking class, followed by lunch in the garden. You will find yourself in a serene environment surrounded by lush greenery. My villa is located in Arenella, just a 15-minute drive from the market and very close to a beach with crystal-clear waters. The menu may include high-quality meat, fish, or vegetables, and you can customize your Sicilian menu with three recipes. Please specify your preferences. Transport is available.
If you are a cruise passenger, your schedule will be accommodated, and you will be picked up and returned to the port. The transport fee from the market to my house and back is €15 per person extra.
- Communicate any food intolerances
Location
Fratelli Burgio
Piazza Cesare Battisti
.The meeting point is in front of the Salumeria Burgio at the Ortigia market, near the port. Cruiser passenger at the end of the experience will be taken back to the port.. You will need a car to get from the market to my house (Arenella area), I can provide the transport (€15 cash per person)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(14 Ratings)
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Rajesha1225
Jun 10, 2024
Brilliant cooking lesson and experience in Ortigia - Perfect end to our stay in Sicily. This was a last minute decision - and we were glad we made the decision. She was perfect. She explained different vegetables and recipes in the Ortigia market and also made us taste a few special ones.
Taking us back to her villa, she was very patient and taught us how to make 3 types of pasta - specific to Syracuse. She also helped us with some great sauce recipes, specially the pepper one - the one we loved the most was the swordfish with the breading - bellissimo. She was a great host and we would love to come back and repeat this. Very recommended
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L2089kyering
Jun 6, 2024
Must do cooking experience! - Amazing experience to make authentic Sicilian food with a terrific Sicilian. The meal was delicious and we left stuffed and happy. Our teenagers thoroughly enjoyed learning various cooking techniques and had a blast making their own pasta for the first time.
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Pammf135vc
May 29, 2024
Excellent Experience! - The market tour was fun and informative Our lesson was great and the food choices were suited to our taste. Theresa was very accommodating and helpful in every way. We would do this again!!!
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Jason_d
Apr 17, 2024
Wonderful Sicilian Cooking Class - We had a wonderful experience with Teresa. She is kind, patient and an incredible Sicilian cook! We hope to book another cooking lesson with her when we return to Sicily!
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Lisabella
Mar 21, 2024
Great Tour with a Local from Sicily - We enjoyed our tour with a true local from the Syracusa area of Sicily. The tour begins with a very informative tour and discussion of the outdoor market. Samples of local cheeses (we especially loved the ricotta!), mini sandwiches, fruits and vegetables. Our guide purchased foods that were to be used in our cooking class.
After the market tour we traveled by car to our guide’s private home for our cooking lesson and lunch. The guide was kind enough to supply us with the recipes of the dishes we prepared. The lesson was very easy follow. After cooking we thoroughly enjoyed our lunch with a nice table wine.
A few tips for future guests, the guide’s English is good, if you speak Italian it’s a bit easier to follow the instructions. Her home is quaint, so large groups may find the space small. This tour is best enjoyed by 2-4 people maximum.
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815armandac
Jan 21, 2024
A fun experience - Walking around the market with Teresa was fun and interesting. He explained many things to us about Sicilian culture and it was nice to cook and taste the typical products.
Teresa is a great host and has great knowledge of local dishes. Highly recommended!
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Nancyly1492wj
Aug 29, 2023
Syracusa must do!! - Teresa was amazing. Wonderful market tour with lots of samples. Then the cooking lesson was fun and easy, followed by the best part, the meal itself! Highly recommend her. 10/10
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Lilythefrank
Aug 11, 2023
Teresa is a true local and makes you feel like family - Teresa was very knowledgeable and welcoming. She gave us local insights and clear cooking tips and techniques. We cooked lunch in her lovely garden, including hand made pasta! My husband and I had a lovely experience and were very satisfied! By the way, the food was delicious!
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Ian
Jul 23, 2023
Great cooking experience - Great ay with a knowledgable host. Was asked in advance what I wanted to cook and really enjoyed both coooking and eating! Teresa is helpful and friendly with good English. Will happpily do it again!
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Margotwolters
Jul 6, 2023
Amazing class, nice host, and great food! - Amazing class with Teresa! Cooking in her garden is a treat. Teresa is very knowledgeable and explains everything patiently. The tour on the market opened our eyes for everything Sicily has to offer!
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