8 Day Italian Cooking Class Vacations IN Sicily, Italy
FOR Singles & Friends
Discovering Sicilian cookery is like discovering Sicilian history. Various civilizations – Greek, Roman, Arabs, Normans, Spanish and British – have left their mark and from the gastronomic point of view, their influence is still in evidence in modern day Sicilian cooking. Courses in Sicily are 8 days/7 nights and are based at the enchanting Villa Sicily. To let you discover the flavors of Sicily, the venue in the south east of the island: the place where it all began. The surrounding area is dotted with well know historical sites – such as Siracusa Greek Theatre, the Temples of Agrigento and various Baroque towns such as Noto and Ragusa – as well as popular gastronomic locations such as Pachino for cherry tomatoes, Modica for chocolate, Avola for almonds and wine, Ragusa for Caciocavallo cheese and so on.
The villa where the Cooking Vacation is held, is situated on a private estate, is of typical Sicilian style and dates back to 1848. Chosen because of its location, it has some beautiful views of the surrounding areas. Upon waking in the morning, to a clear blue sky, you can enjoy breakfast outside and soak up the sea views.
The luxurious bedrooms, all decorated in a modern style, are ensuite. Each room has a view of either the sea, almond grove or the Sicilian countryside.
Within the grounds of the estate there is an outdoor pool, which is encircled by almond and olive trees. After a dip, you can sit back and relax on the terrace and enjoy the sight and sound of the sea.
Sicily Cooking Vacation Itinerary:
Day 1 - Sunday
Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Catania Airport and take you to the villa where you can enjoy welcome drinks and dinner prepared by our local chef.
Day 2 - Monday
After breakfast, your first cookery lesson with our local chef, followed by lunch. You are free in the afternoon to relax by the pool or in the grounds of the villa. Dinner is served this evening by your chef at the villa.
Day 3 - Tuesday
You will enjoy a private tour, lunch and wine-tasting at a local winery. In the late afternoon your second hands-on cookery lesson will take place, followed by dinner.
Day 4 - Wednesday
Visit the coastal town of Siracusa and have lunch. Travel to Noto to taste local ice cream at a classic Gelateria. Tonight’s dinner will be at the villa.
Day 5 - Thursday
After breakfast, enjoy another hands-on cookery lesson and lunch at the villa. This afternoon is free to relax by the pool. Dinner this evening is at the villa.
Day 6 - Friday
Another cookery lesson in the morning before heading to Modica, to taste its famous chocolate. Have an evening meal at our favourite local restaurant.
Day 7 - Saturday
Following breakfast, a cookery lesson and lunch you will be free to relax for the afternoon at the villa by the pool. In the evening, we will enjoy our final meal at the villa.
Day 8 - Sunday
After breakfast our transfer will take you back to Catania Airport for your flight home. Arrivederci!
Villa Carrubo
Vacation Price - $2,350
| Date | Region | Description |
|---|---|---|
| May 12 to May 19, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| May 19 to May 26, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| May 26 to June 2, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| June 2 to June 9, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| June 9 to June 16, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| June 16 to June 23, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| June 23 to June 30, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| June 30 to July 7, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| August 25 to September 1, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| September 1 to September 8, 2024 | Sicily | |
| September 8 to September 15, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| September 15 to September 22, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| September 22 to September 29, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| September 29 to October 6, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| October 6 to October 13, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| October 13 to October 20, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| October 20 to October 27, 2024 | Sicily | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
Vacation Includes
- 5 cookery lessons with our Italian chef.
Private, en-suite accommodation in our Sicilian villa.
Explore the Baroque towns of Ragusa and Siracusa.
All meals and wine, including 2 meals at a local restaurant.
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Deposit
- A non-refundable $750 deposit is required at time of booking. The balance is due 60 days before departure.
Cancellation and Change Vacation Policy
Cancellations must be made in writing to us by the person who the booking. Any notice will become effective from the date of receipt by us of the notice. Up to 10 weeks prior to departure, full deposit and any additional costs (private transfers etc), paid before that point will be withheld. ii) Within 10 weeks of departure 100% of the full vacation cost and any additional costs paid will be forfeited.