Top Sicily High Tea

Learn how to cook delicious Sicilian specialties in a family atmosphere, a few steps from the beach and the sea, with a professional Chef. We will make your holiday in Sicily very special thanks tp the flavors and aromas of our splendid land. You will taste a thousand of ingredients wisely mixed together so as to never create monotony and you will discover new flavors through rich dishes that smell of sea, mountain, almond, ricotta or even oil, earth, life, of something good.

The best way to connect with any local culture is through food, and nowhere is this more true than Sicily. With this cooking class, shop for ingredients at the market in Taormina like a local before learning how to prepare a variety of traditional Sicilian dishes with Chef Massimo in his restaurant kitchen. Enjoy the fruits of our labors over lunch afterwards, served with two local wines.

Hurry up and Book 12h in advance to visit Sicily’s romantic atmosphere and unconventional history has seduced visitors for millennia, but they're easy to miss in the bustle of modern travel. This private walking tour immerses you in rustic hill towns and the history of the Sicilian Mafia—including visits to filming sites of The Godfather movie—and the anti-Mafia fight. Upgrade to end your tour with food and wine tastings or a traditional fish dinner at a local restaurant.

Together with the "Family Siciliano" you will learn the art of Sicilian Pizza and Cannolo. Together with Mimmo you will learn the technique of preparing, decorating and cooking traditional Sicilian pizzas. Seek the pleasure of learning how the typical bruschetta is prepared, with typical local products: Pachino cherry tomatoes, basil, oregano and oil. With the father Siciliano, a great local pastry chef, you will learn the art of creating Cannolo, the typical Sicilian dessert. You will learn how the cream is prepared to fill the Cannoli shell, starting from the traditional ricotta dessert up to the custard. A very important rule is that the cannoli must be filled at the moment, to best enjoy the freshness, sweetness and fragrance. Finally you can sit in front of the sea of ​​Taormina and Naxos to enjoy your Pizza and Cannoli creations prepared with your own hands!

Discover three different Sicilian wineries as you sample tasty regional reds, whites, and rosés. Driving in an air-conditioned car, cruise past picturesque villages, fruit orchards, and lava-made churches as you explore the fascinating region of Etna, known for its volcanic terroirs. Sip samples of the volcano-infused drink in family-run wineries, munching on local gastronomic delicacies, from cheeses to salami.

Mount Etna may be famous for its volcanic landscapes, but the mountain's lower slopes are covered in lush vineyards where some of the island's best wines are produced. Explore Mount Etna's winemaking culture with this full-day tour packed with cellar visits and tastings. Kick off by sampling a variety of local labels in Castiglione di Sicilia, then continue on to visit two local wineries for tastings and lunch.

See the coast of Taormina and Isola Bella from the sea, a unique vantage point, on this private boat tour. Depart from the bay of Giardini Naxos to admire the views of Taormina and Mount Etna as you cruise along the rugged coastline of Capotaormina and the sea caves of Isola Bella. Stop to swim and snorkel in the crystal clear waters and relax on board with snacks and soft drinks.

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Italy treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Italy produces some of the world’s most prestigious extra-virgin olive oil. Delve into the world of Italy’s “liquid gold” with this olive oil tour at a farm set in the olive groves outside Montevago. Stroll among the trees with your hosts to learn about how olives are cultivated, harvested, and pressed. Then sit down for a guided olive oil tasting and lunch.