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Ortigia market tour and traditional cooking lesson in the garden

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Overview

Teresa was born in Syracuse and grew up here with her family. Teresa will guide you throughout the experience from beginning to end and will be a practical and easy cooking course for everyone. The recipes will be seasonal and you will only use fresh ingredients.
At the market Teresa will explain curiosities about food, basic recipes and you can taste small portions of local food.
Cook & Enjoy (from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.) : If you want to cook and eat well come to my house.Prepare a seasonal family-style lunch (meat, fish or vegetarian), using the ingredients selected at the market.
The menu will be customized if you have your own needs. At Teresa's Villa you will also discover Sicilian hospitality.
If there are foods you don't love IT's necessary to communicate them when you book.
By booking this experience you will have a collection of family recipes. Two new appointments are available to host you in Ortigia.Ask for info.

What's Included

  • Wine, mineral water and coffee
  • Hands-On Cooking: You'll be involved in every step of the process.
  • Discover the flavors and secrets of Sicilian food
  • Meals Teresa doesn't cook a gluten-free meal
  • €20 cash per person
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The first part of the experience starts at 8.30 To the market in front of BURGIO SALUMERIA, the second part with the cooking lesson, in my Villa in the seaside area Arenella .If you don't have a car, private transport costs €20 per person and €25 if you need transportation also to reach the meeting point (Ortigia market).Request IT at the time of booking.

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Piazza Cesare Battisti
96100 Siracusa SR, Italy

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What To Expect

Teresa invites you to immerse yourself in an authentic Sicilian gastronomic and cultural experience!Follow me on Instagram :_zimmittiteresa_italy_
The experience takes place in two parts.
Meeting point :
We will meet at 8 : 30 at the Ortigia market (Burgio Salumeria), located near the port where cruise ships dock.
Ortigia market tour (8 : 30 - 9 : 30)
Enjoy a delightful walk through the lively market,shopping food,discovering local flavors, basic recipes,tasting Sicilian specialties and learning about fresh and preserved food .15 minutes by car there is my Villa in the seaside area where the lesson will take place .Request private transport you book the experience .In the second part of the experience we will prepare a traditional lunch using some of the fresh ingredients selected at the market, and savor the delicious dishes you've created.
This is a convivial experience and is perfect for couples, families or small groups. Ask about an accommodation if IT is useful for you.

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • A gluten-free menu is not available
  • There are no seated tastings at the market.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ortigia market tour and traditional cooking lesson in the garden?

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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What's Included

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  • Wine, mineral water and coffee
  • Hands-On Cooking: You'll be involved in every step of the process.
  • Discover the flavors and secrets of Sicilian food
  • Cooking class with three family recipes in a local house.
  • If you want to prepare fresh pasta or birthday cake, ask for IT when you book
  • MealsTeresa doesn't cook a gluten-free meal
  • €20 cash per person

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • A gluten-free menu is not available
  • There are no seated tastings at the market.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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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).

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