About This Tour
Whether you're a passionate foodie, a traveler seeking authentic experiences, or simply looking for the best cooking class in Catania, this experience offers a true taste of Sicily’s flavors, hospitality, and history. Begin with a welcome aperitif and tour of a historic seaside villa overlooking the Gulf of Ognina. Enjoy a 1.5-hour hands-on Sicilian cooking class in a charming home kitchen with hand-painted ceilings. Learn to make traditional pasta from scratch using ancient grains, plus fresh tomato sauce and creamy cannoli filling. Savor the meal you’ve prepared by the sea, paired with local Sicilian wine and warm hospitality. Optional: Explore Catania’s famous fish market with a local and discover fresh seafood, produce, and Sicilian street food.
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Meeting Point
Cooking class: Meet your host directly at his home in Ognina. Market tour: Meet your host in Piazza Duomo. Exact address and Google Maps link can be found in your voucher upon confirmation - please check the 'before you go' section. Above only offers neighborhood details, not the exact address.
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Host Name: Francesco Coco Host Phone: +39 328 383 3336 Host Email: sicilybybites@gmail.com Meeting location differs depending on the experience you've chosen (please check below): Cooking Class + Meal Meeting Location: Please meet your host directly at his home in Ognina [Address: Via Acque Casse, 30, 95126 Catania CT, Italy]. Here is a Google Maps link to his location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7Ejuazyx1aYw5NAy9 Market Tour + Cooking Class + Meal Meeting Location: Please meet your host at the main entrance of the fish market (La Pescheria), in front of the statue of the elephant (Fontana dell’Elefante) in Piazza Duomo [Address: Piazza del Duomo, 95124 Catania CT, Italy]. Here is the Google Maps link to the meeting location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wHNY2WGnfNgF9Zqc8 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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