The hosts were incredibly friendly, and we learned how to cook some of the most delicious foods! They were accommodating to our vegetarian diets and gave us a rich background on Sicilian cooking styles along with the recipes we followed.

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During your contemporary pizza making class in Catania, Sicily, join Alessandro in his kitchen to learn to knead the flour, roll out the dough, choose fresh ingredients, bake your pizza and finally relish the fruits of your labor. A connoisseur of pizzas, Alessandro teaches you how to make the perfect contemporary pizza. First prepare the dough, then after rolling out the dough, you can choose your toppings: fresh ingredients that are in season and of the highest quality. Then bake your pizza in the oven and later join Alessandro at the table to share the pizza you cooked accompanied by a glass of excellent locally brewed beer and a traditional Sicilian entrée.

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Join Grazia and Simona in their well equipped cooking studio in Catania for an authentic Sicilian cooking class, where you will learn to prepare traditional dishes passed down through generations. Grazia shares recipes from her rich Sicilian heritage, taught to her by her grandmother, the foods she loves and grew up eating. In this hands-on Catania cooking class, lasting around 3 hours, you will cook two dishes from a choice of four menus: typical Sicilian or pizza or fresh pasta or street food. For example, in the typical Sicilian menu, you will prepare bruschetta with basil pesto and cherry tomatoes or sweet and sour caponata, and spaghetti alla norma rolls (spaghetti with eggplant and ricotta). At the end of the class, Grazia will show you how to make cannoli with fresh ricotta (you’ll watch, not cook). Afterward, you can enjoy your delicious creations, paired with a glass of red wine. <br><br>This cooking class in Catania is perfect for food lovers and travelers seeking an authentic Sicilian experience, eager to learn traditional family recipes from a passionate local and hear stories about culinary traditions.

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Our cooking experience was perfect. Luca was waiting for us as expected, and then gave us a tour of some local landmarks on our way to the fish market. He was born in Catania and his knowledge of the town and of Sicily is fantastic. But mixed with that, he has also travelled widely, both through his occupation as a chef and for personal reasons. He explained everything to us really well, and was a perfect host - very friendly and always courteous. And what a wonderful way to run the cookery experience - in his childhood home, with his mum assisting with the cooking, and with his mum and fiancee sitting down with us for lunch. Sadly, we speak no Italian, but we still managed to have a round-the-table chat, with Luca as translator and many hand gestures by us. The food was delicious. Luca was so knowledgeable about the ingredients and explained to us how to choose the best and freshest for our own cooking. The meal was one of the best we had in Sicily and it is exciting to know we can make it all again as Luca's instructions were so clear and easy to follow! I cannot think of a better way to experience a cooking class - we would recommend this experience very highly.

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Start your Catania cooking class with a welcome aperitif and a tour of Francesco’s historic seaside villa, offering breathtaking views over the Gulf of Ognina. Then step into Francesco’s beautiful home kitchen, complete with hand-painted ceilings and warm Sicilian charm, for a 1.5-hour hands-on cooking experience in Catania. Learn how to make traditional Sicilian pasta from scratch using ancient grains like Tumminia and Russello, along with a fresh tomato sauce and a creamy cannoli filling. As you cook together, Francesco shares expert tips, family recipes, and stories about Sicily’s rich culinary heritage. After the class, sit down to enjoy the delicious meal you helped prepared paired with local Sicilian wine, right by the sea. <br><br>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.

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