Sicily: Cooking Class With Wine Tasting

Exploring the rich culinary heritage of Sicily through a hands-on cooking class is an enticing prospect for any foodie. Under the guidance of a professional chef, you will dive into the art of crafting traditional Sicilian dishes, complemented by a delightful wine tasting. With a focus on seasonal ingredients and wheelchair accessibility, this class promises to be both educational and enjoyable. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or a culinary novice, the insights gained during this immersive experience may just surprise you.

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Key Points

Participate in a 3-hour cooking class focused on traditional Sicilian dishes like caponata, pasta alla Norma, and cannoli.
Learn from a professional chef, Rossella, and taste the prepared dishes paired with Sicilian wines.
Enjoy an immersive experience in Sicilian culinary traditions, with transportation to the venue provided.
The class is not suitable for children under 10, pregnant women, or individuals with food allergies.
Dress comfortably, bring necessary items, and inform organizers of any dietary restrictions beforehand.

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Activity Overview

The activity is titled "Sicily: Cooking Class with Wine Tasting" and is priced from $152.33 per person.

It lasts 3 hours and is offered in English and Italian. The activity is wheelchair accessible, and customers can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Participants can reserve their spot and pay later. During the class, guests will learn to make 3 traditional Sicilian dishes with a professional chef.

They’ll also enjoy a wine tasting. Transportation to the venue is included.

The class isn’t suitable for children under 10, pregnant women, or people with food allergies.

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Class Details

During the 3-hour cooking class, you will learn about Mediterranean cuisine while making 3 traditional Sicilian dishes using seasonal ingredients. The experience aims to immerse guests in authentic rural Sicily through its food heritage and traditions. Guided by professional chef Rossella, the class will cover:

| Dish 1 | Dish 2 | Dish 3 |

|——–|——–|——–|

| Caponata | Pasta alla Norma | Cannoli |

| Eggplant-based stew | Pasta with tomatoes, eggplant, ricotta | Classic Sicilian dessert |

After cooking, you will enjoy tasting the prepared dishes paired with a Sicilian wine tasting.

Inclusions

This cooking class with wine tasting includes a comprehensive lineup of activities and amenities to provide participants with an immersive Sicilian culinary experience.

Guests will learn from a professional chef how to prepare three traditional Sicilian dishes using seasonal ingredients. After the cooking lesson, they’ll get to taste the prepared dishes.

The class also includes a Sicilian wine tasting, allowing participants to sample the region’s renowned vintages.

Plus, transportation to the venue is provided, ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish.

Important Information

While this cooking class with wine tasting is suitable for most participants, there are some important considerations.

The experience isn’t recommended for children under 10 years old, pregnant women, or those with food allergies. Participants should bring comfortable shoes, a hat, camera, sunscreen, water, and comfortable clothes. They’ll also need a child safety seat if bringing a child.

Certain items are prohibited, including intoxication, alcohol, drugs, fireworks, explosive substances, and open flames. Participants should inform the organizers of any dietary restrictions in advance.

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Meeting Point and Additional Notes

The meeting point for this cooking class and wine tasting is a brand new white building, which is the restaurant where the activity takes place.

Participants should inform the organizers in advance of any dietary restrictions. Comfortable clothing and shoes for cooking are recommended.

The class isn’t suitable for children under 10, pregnant women, or those with food allergies. Intoxication, alcohol, drugs, fireworks, and fire-making aren’t allowed.

Guests should bring comfortable shoes, a hat, a camera, sunscreen, water, and a child safety seat if needed. The class provides transportation to the venue.

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Preparing for the Cooking Class

To make the most of your Sicilian cooking class and wine tasting experience, participants should dress comfortably and wear closed-toe shoes suitable for cooking.

It’s also recommended to bring a hat, sunscreen, and water to stay hydrated.

While dietary restrictions can be accommodated, it’s essential to inform the organizers in advance.

Participants should avoid intoxication, alcohol, and drugs, as these activities aren’t permitted during the class.

Creating Sicilian Dishes

During the Sicilian cooking class, participants can expect to create three traditional dishes showcasing the region’s vibrant Mediterranean cuisine.

Under the guidance of chef Rossella, they’ll learn to prepare classic Sicilian favorites like spaghetti alla Norma – a tomato-based pasta dish with eggplant, basil, and ricotta salata.

They’ll also craft a hearty vegetable-based stew called caponata, and a simple yet flavorful salad of fresh oranges, fennel, and olives.

With seasonal ingredients and time-honored techniques, participants can enjoy the food heritage and culinary traditions of rural Sicily.

Enjoying the Wine Tasting

Participants can enjoy a Sicilian wine tasting as part of this cooking class experience. The wine tasting allows guests to sample several local vintages and learn about Sicily’s rich wine heritage. A knowledgeable sommelier guides the tasting, sharing insights into the region’s unique terroir and winemaking traditions.

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The wine tasting complements the cooking class, allowing participants to discover the perfect pairings for the Sicilian dishes they prepare.

The Sum Up

This Sicilian cooking class with wine tasting offers an immersive culinary adventure. Participants will learn to prepare traditional dishes, savor their creations paired with exquisite local wines, and delight in the welcoming, accessible environment. With a flexible cancellation policy, this class promises an engaging introduction to the flavors of Sicily, perfect for foodies and novices alike.

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