Sicily · COOKING CLASSES IN PALERMO
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 cooking classes in Palermo justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
At Towns of Italy in Palermo, chefs such as Lidia and Marcello guide you through sfincione, pizza, and chocolate gelato. You shape dough, watch the gelato demonstration, eat your creations with wine or soft drinks, and leave with recipes and a certificate.
“Very fun, enlightening, and everything was delicious. Met some amazing people too!”
Meet chef Michael near Porta Carini for a guided visit to Palermo’s Capo Market, then walk to an air-conditioned cooking studio. Prepare seasonal Sicilian dishes in a group of up to eight, and sit down to enjoy four courses with wine, coffee, and homemade liqueurs.
“Absolutely incredible. He introduced all of us to each other and helped us become familiar before starting the cooking was phenomenal. he explained everything as he did it and we participated heavily. The final experience was a four course dinner paired with wine and it was absolutely phenomenal. Michael was so friendly and shared stories from his life and experiences. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a fantastic, small cooking class.”
Meet chefs such as Lidia, Salvo, Marcello, Nadia, or Filippo for a Capo Market walk and hands-on Sicilian cooking class. You’ll prepare arancini, pasta alla Norma, and cannoli, then eat a three-course lunch with wine. Vegetarian options need advance notice.
“What a fantastic way to experience Italian food than to learn how to make it! This class is great for any skill level of cooking. As somebody who enjoys cooking, my boyfriend is quite the novice, and he even had such a great time. Our chef Nadia was phenomenal! She's very knowledgeable, not only in the kitchen, but when we went out to the market, she taught us how to identify fresh produce and fish, and she had a deep understanding of the ingredients and navigating the market. Nadia had such a fun personality and made the cooking lesson so much fun. All the staff members were kind and welcoming,…”
Spend about three hours at Carlo’s home in Portella di Mare, above Palermo. Tour his garden, pick seasonal produce, make fresh pasta and Sicilian cannoli, then eat your work with local wine and aperitifs. The class is in English, capped at 12 people, and welcomes families.
“From the moment we walked through the door, Carlo welcomed us with genuine Italian hospitality. The view in the backyard was breathtaking, showcasing a beautiful, bountiful garden filled with an endless array of herbs, fruits, and vegetables. Carlo kindly gave us a tour of the garden, where we sampled the freshest produce and picked the ingredients we would use in our cooking. Under Carlo’s guidance, we made cannoli and pasta from scratch. His instructions were clear and made the entire experience so much fun. Once we finished cooking, we sat down to enjoy the delicious creations we had made. It was truly amazing to be taught by Carlo, to be…”
Spend three hours in a Palermo home learning hand-rolled sfoglia, two pasta styles, and tiramisu with a Cesarine host such as Alice, Francesco, Rosa, or Gianpiero. You’ll cook, eat, and share prosecco, wine, coffee, and local food stories in English or Italian.
“Amazing experience and I was the only one in the class so I felt very tendered too. Alice and Francesco were extremely kind and accomodating.”
Meet Patrizia in central Palermo, shop for seasonal ingredients, then walk about 10 minutes to her gourmet home kitchen. Prepare Sicilian dishes such as caponata and busiate al pesto Trapanese, with wine, food tasting, and local cooking tips throughout the 4.5-hour class.
“We did Sicilian cooking class with Lidia, she was amazing. Very patient, explained & showed us techniques how to make arancini, Sicilian pasta & cannolis with great group & sense humour. Thank you for fun day!!!”
Meet Patrizia by Porta Carini, shop for seasonal ingredients at Capo Market, then cook Sicilian dishes in her Palermo apartment. You’ll prepare a four-course meal, taste local wines, and learn family-style recipes in a group of no more than eight. Vegetarian and gluten-free menus are available.
“The group consisted of me and me. The food was delicious, the house made limoncello devine . Interesting tips. Lovely kitchen and warm and lovely Patrizia and Giuliana. I hope to be able to join the wine tasting next week!”
At Mamma Corleone, near Palermo Cathedral, you will prepare homemade pasta alla Norma, meatballs with tomato sauce, and almond biscuits with a Sicilian chef. English support is available, and the class runs at lunch or dinner for a small group, with a maximum of six highlighted.
“The food was amazing. The host we’re fantastic. Even better than my mothers. Sorry rose. Must do while in Palermo.”
Spend about three hours with Francesca in Bagheria, near Palermo, making fresh cavatelli, busiate, ravioli, and fettuccine. You will prepare sauces, enjoy a welcome aperitif, and sit down to lunch. The class is in English, welcomes vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diners, and has space for ten people.
“Francesca welcomed us to her kingdom: her kitchen with all her utensils, good tips and a lot of nice stories. What made our experience even more special was that we could learn in our own curve and time also considering our little one needs. You feel like home and enjoy a good chat with the best pasta. If your are looking for creating good memories with your family, with friends or even alone, this is the right place! Thanks Francesca for making our day unforgettable!!! Now we are making plans about teaching grandma!!”
In central Palermo, Chef Ugo, also known as Ugochef or Gianpiero, guides you through fresh stuffed pasta, Sicilian pesto, ravioli, and tiramisù. The three-hour class takes place in a small former storage laboratory and includes a welcome platter, local wine, and a meal you prepare together.
“What a great time cooking with Ugo. Such a wonderful person, patient and cheerful. Would absolutely book this again!”
Join a small group of up to eight for a two-hour Palermo cooking class led by a professional chef. Prepare arancine, panelle, and sfincione with supplied ingredients and equipment, then taste your work and take home the recipes. Classes are offered in five languages.
“Giacomo was very kind! The experience was great, the food was amazing.”
Join chef Giacomo for a three-hour Palermo cooking class held in a local home or another arranged location. Prepare Sicilian dishes with fresh ingredients, learn practical techniques, and eat what you make. Natascia may also host, sharing local food stories and advice.
“Wonderfull experience! The chef and his companion Natascia was wonderful hosts. The cooking class was a birthday gift for my boyfriend. The chef had a cake and wine for the special occasion. This made the experience even more special for us. Natascia was a great hosts and shared her home with us! Highly recommended!”
Meet Fulvio near Palermo Notarbartolo station, shop for seasonal produce and local bread, then cook four Sicilian dishes in his home kitchen. You’ll learn practical techniques, enjoy mountain views, and sit down to a wine-paired meal with coffee and water included.
“My son and I totally enjoyed Fulvio’s cooking class at his kitchen. We had such a fun time cooking and learning about all things Sicily, and, we love how simple it seems yet he taught us so many refined techniques that made the simple food amazing!! We had so much fun drinking, cooking, chatting, eating, and truly enjoyed the joy of cooking with a chef who loves all things Sicily!!”
Join chef Patrizia in Palermo for a hands-on Sicilian cooking class. Shop for seasonal ingredients, make three pasta dishes and dessert, then eat with local wine in a charming apartment inside Palazzo Asmundo, facing the Cathedral.
“Perfect evening! We were a small group of four. It was a wonderful experience with good food, good wine and good company. The host Patrizia was super funny and gentle and made the cooking class till an experience we will not forget”
Join Carlo and his wife at their home, 12 kilometers from central Palermo, for a three-hour Sicilian cooking class. Tour the garden, taste local fruit and street food, make pasta and cannoli, then sit on the terrace for a meal with wine and views over Palermo.
“Everything was so fresh and Carlo was so nice. The view was amazing and his garden was beautiful. We made regular pasta and a dessert. Amazing!”
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