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Sicilian Cooking: Garden Lessons in Italy
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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!
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:
24 hours
Highlights
- Via Isole delle Molucche, 8 - Teresa warmly invites you (a minimum of two participants) to join this comprehensive journey into Sicilian cuisine and culture. The meeting point is at 8:45 AM at the Ortigia market (Burgio Salumeria), conveniently located near the port where cruise ships dock. The activity kicks off with an enjoyable stroll through…
- Via Isole delle Molucche, 8 - Teresa warmly invites you (a minimum of two participants) to join this comprehensive journey into Sicilian cuisine and culture. The meeting point is at 8:45 AM at the Ortigia market (Burgio Salumeria), conveniently located near the port where cruise ships dock. The activity kicks off with an enjoyable stroll through the market streets to explore local delicacies. This experience includes: food tasting, insights into fresh and preserved foods, clever recipes, purchasing ingredients for the lesson, and a special gift of Teresa’s family cookbook, allowing you to enjoy cooking a variety of recipes for your loved ones at home. The Ortigia market tour lasts one hour, from 8:45 to 9:45 AM.
The cooking class, followed by lunch, begins at 10:00 AM at Teresa’s villa with a garden in the ARENELLA area, just a 15-minute drive away. A car is necessary, but transportation can be arranged for an additional €15 per person. Participants will prepare a traditional three-course meal and savor the dishes they create.
If you have time during your vacation for a culinary adventure, this experience promises to be delightful and unforgettable.
Follow on Instagram: Teresa cooking lesson in the garden
What's Included
- Mineral water, local bottled wine and coffee included
- Pet-friendly accommodation
- Cruise passengers escorted back to port
- Apartment in Ortigia with three beds available
- Experience in Italian or English
- Private parking in garden
- Transport available upon request
- Special occasion cake preparation
- Mineral water, local bottled wine and coffee included
- Pet-friendly accommodation
- Cruise passengers escorted back to port
- Apartment in Ortigia with three beds available
- Experience in Italian or English
- Private parking in garden
- Transport available upon request
- Special occasion cake preparation
Meal Options
- Fresh or dry pasta, timbale, pizza, breaded with vegetables, arancini - main course
- caponata, parmigiana, bruschetta, meat or fish dish, vegetable sweet and sour -
- Traditional Sicilian dessert, usually dessert with fresh ricotta -
- Fresh or dry pasta, timbale, pizza, breaded with vegetables, arancini - main course
- caponata, parmigiana, bruschetta, meat or fish dish, vegetable sweet and sour -
- Traditional Sicilian dessert, usually dessert with fresh ricotta -
Additional Information
Lessons available in Italian or English (minimum of two participants). Instagram: Teresa cooking lessons in the garden, Italy.
- This culinary and authentic experience is perfect for those who appreciate traditional Sicilian culture and cuisine.
- The lesson is held at a villa with a garden, providing a serene environment surrounded by nature….
Lessons available in Italian or English (minimum of two participants). Instagram: Teresa cooking lessons in the garden, Italy.
- This culinary and authentic experience is perfect for those who appreciate traditional Sicilian culture and cuisine.
- The lesson is held at a villa with a garden, providing a serene environment surrounded by nature. Participants will have the opportunity to cook themselves, with clear, engaging, and simple instructions on how to prepare a delightful menu.
- The menu may feature high-quality meat, fish, or vegetables, and participants can customize their Sicilian menu with three recipes or specify their preferences.
- Communicate any food intolerances
Location
Fratelli Burgio
Piazza Cesare Battisti
.The meeting point is in front of the Salumeria Burgio at the market.
You will need a car to get from the market to my house. I can provide the transport(€15 per person ).If you need transportation to go to the market I can provide it. In this case there will be three transports at a cost of €20 cash.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
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(14 Ratings)
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Siera_r_88
Aug 31, 2024
TOP experience - Very satisfied. Experience recommended. Teresa is an excellent teacher, very prepared, helpful and patient.
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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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