moderate
3.5 hours
No special fitness level required, just enthusiasm for learning and food.
Discover the authentic flavors of Sicily through a hands-on cooking class in Palermo with Chef Patrizia. Learn traditional recipes, enjoy local wines, and take home a sweet souvenir—limoncello.
from 5 yrs old • Max 20 participants • 3.5 hours • Traditional Sicilian food class in Palermo
Join Chef Patrizia for a unique 3.5-hour afternoon cooking class in a historic 18th-century Palazzo, where you'll explore authentic Sicilian cuisine. Using fresh, seasonal ingredients, you'll prepare traditional dishes, enjoy local wines, and savor your creations together. Complete the experience with a certificate of accomplishment and homemade limoncello!
Duration: 3.5 hours
Afternoon cooking class with dinner in a very historic Palazzo
A class spent cooking with Chef Patrizia is not simply a cooking lesson in a beautiful location. It’s also a fascinating journey through Sicilian culture and its food.
This is late afternoon cooking class for guests who have a strict schedule and cannot attend the morning class.
We do not start off with a market tour in the afternoon because markets are generally closed.
We only use fresh and seasonal ingredients to ensure authenticity and because of this the menus prepared will be in accordance with seasonal and market availability. All of our dishes are based on the more historically important Sicilian recipes, focusing on pasta, fresh fish/meat, vegetable dishes and delectable sweets.
Arriving at our cooking studio, housed inside a very historic Palazzo dating back to the 18th century, you are welcomed to the kitchen with a refreshing glass of Sicilian wine while learning about and discussing the delicious menu that lay ahead of you.
A typical lunch menu prepared in a truly authentic Sicilian style will consist of:
During the preparation you will taste local wines and cheeses, olives and the extra virgin olive oil made in Nucidda, our country house location. At Nucidda we also provide cooking classes, wine tastings, parties and other foodie experiences you can inquire about.
After about 2 hours of hands on cooking, we will now all sit together and enjoy the meal we have prepared together, always with a glass of homemade limoncello at the end!
At the end of our class all our guests receive a certificate of accomplishment signed by the Chef.
Pick up and drop off. We can arrange the service on request.
All our recipes can be found in our cookbook: ‘’Seriously Sicilian – Authentic Recipes for Hungry Families’’, available in our location or you can buy it here at the checkout: so you do not need to take notes!, Just chill out and drink Vino!
Most of our cooking courses have been limited to a maximum of 10 participants so that you receive personal direction and feedback.
Bigger groups can be arranged upon request.
At Nucidda, our country house 1h and a half hours from Palero, we also provide cooking classes, wine tastings, parties and any food oriented events you can inquire about.
Meet up at Via Vittorio Emanuele, 492 (front Cathedral), second floor, name SANTONOCITO, push the ring bell lower on the right .
Get settled in and prep ingredients before the class begins for a smoother experience.
Wear comfortable clothing you don't mind getting a little flour or olive oil on.
Chef Patrizia loves sharing stories—don’t hesitate to ask about Sicilian culinary traditions.
Taste and appreciate the regional wines offered with your meal to enhance the experience.
Palermo has been a crossroads of civilizations, reflected in its diverse cuisine and architecture since its founding in ancient times.
Sicilian farms and markets emphasize sustainable practices, helping preserve regional flavors and local ecosystems.
Wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting a bit floury or oily.
Bring an apron to protect your clothes during cooking.
Take notes on recipes and techniques for future cooking cravings.
Stay hydrated during the cooking session.