About This Tour
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
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Meeting Point
For cooking class, please meet your host directly at her home in Centro Storico. Address can be found in your ticket upon confirmation. For market tour, please meet your host in front of the 'Fountain of the Elephant' at Piazza Duomo Catania. Address can be found in your ticket upon confirmation.
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Host Name: Mariella Oliveri Host Email: mariellaoliveri65@gmail.com ADDRESS + MEETING INSTRUCTIONS COOKING CLASS: Address: Via Antonino di Sangiuliano, N.54, Catania, Italy, 95131 Please meet your host Mariella at her apartment building. The building has a doorman - just tell them you are meeting Mariella Oliveri, and they will welcome you and escort you to the elevator. Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/P28t29ScL53pHgYz9 MARKET TOUR + COOKING CLASS: For your market tour, please meet your host Mariella in front of the Fountain of the Elephant at Piazza Duomo, Catania. Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/eA2W4YTRp6qs7Ge77 Please contact your host directly if you have dietary requests or need help with directions. -- Traveling Spoon is a supplier of Viator and TripAdvisor. We offer travelers authentic food experiences with locals, in their homes. Founded by two travelers and food lovers, Traveling Spoon helps others make meaningful cultural connections through food. Contact us at reservations@travelingspoon.com if you have general questions about our services. For specific questions related to your booking please contact your host directly with the contact information provided above. We hope you have a meaningful experience and look forward to hearing about it!
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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