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Wanna be Sicilian: Palermo Cooking Class and Market Tour

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Overview

Thanks to this cooking lesson in a small group, you will have the opportunity to learn some of the recipes of the traditional Sicilian cuisine with a professional chef, visiting a picturesque market of Palermo, one of the most beautiful cities in Sicily.
You will have the opportunity to personally buy local products, chosen according to the season, which will allow you to make some of the dishes of the tradition of Palermo. Together with your personal chef, you will feel Sicilian food expert for a moment! You will be introduced to the flavors of Sicily, learning how to choose and distinguish fresh ingredients, that you will use during your cooking class.
During you cooking class in Palermo, you will prepare a 3 course meal and you will end by savoring the dishes that you have prepared with your own hands. Get your recipe booklet and be ready to surprise your friends with Sicilian recipes back home!

What's Included

  • Alcoholic beverages Wine and Marsala wine or soft drinks for children
  • Delight in the Food Market Tour
  • Digital Booklet Packed with Recipes
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick up and Drop off
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Meeting Location

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Via Volturno
90138 Palermo PA, Italy

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What To Expect

Embark on an Authentic Sicilian Culinary Adventure! Start with a shopping spree alongside chefs at the bustling "Mercato del Capo," handpicking the finest ingredients for your delectable lunch.

Next, savor an unforgettable Cooking Masterclass with a passionate local Chef in captivating Palermo. Unearth the secrets of iconic Sicilian dishes, like perfectly seasoned "arancini" and luscious "Pasta alla Norma."

In this hands-on Masterclass, elevate your kitchen skills amid aromatic herbs and spices, culminating in heavenly freshly baked cannoli.

Indulge in your creations at a beautifully set table, complemented by delightful local wines.

Note: Fish shops closed on Mondays, but fret not! We'll ensure an equally enchanting alternative, capturing Palermo's true gastronomic essence.

Sample Menu

Starter

Arancine al ragù

Fried rice meatballs filled with meat sauce and peas

Main

Home-made maccheroni alla Norma

The ingredients are simple but the full-bodied taste is unmistakable. Just one forkful will prove that it contains the best of the Mediterranean meals

Dessert

Cannolo

Cannoli are Sicilian pastries consisting of tube-shaped shells of fried pastry dough, filled with a sweet, creamy filling containing ricotta

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour is not suitable for celiacs
  • The tour runs rain or shine
  • Please note that fish shops are closed on Mondays and when the market is closed a special introduction and extra tastings at the cooking school will substitute instead
  • Suitable for vegetarians! (please inform us in advance)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Wanna be Sicilian: Palermo Cooking Class and Market Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Wanna be Sicilian: Palermo Cooking Class and Market Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Alcoholic beverages. Wine and Marsala wine or soft drinks for children.
  • Delight in the Food Market Tour.
  • Digital Booklet Packed with Recipes.
  • Hands-on Cooking Lesson with a Local Chef.
  • All Ingredients for Your 3 Course Lunch.
  • Receive a Graduation Certificate.
  • Explore the Food Market (when closed: extra tastings at the cooking school will substitute instead).
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Hotel pick up and Drop off.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Wanna be Sicilian: Palermo Cooking Class and Market Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour is not suitable for celiacs
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Wanna be Sicilian: Palermo Cooking Class and Market Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Alcoholic beveragesWine and Marsala wine or soft drinks for children
  • Delight in the Food Market Tour
  • Digital Booklet Packed with Recipes
  • Hands-on Cooking Lesson with a Local Chef
  • All Ingredients for Your 3 Course Lunch
  • Receive a Graduation Certificate
  • Explore the Food Market (when closed: extra tastings at the cooking school will substitute instead)
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick up and Drop off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour is not suitable for celiacs
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please inform us of any food intolerance or allergy in advance
  • The tour runs rain or shine
  • Please note that fish shops are closed on Mondays and when the market is closed a special introduction and extra tastings at the cooking school will substitute instead
  • Suitable for vegetarians! (please inform us in advance)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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