Catania Market Tour & Cooking in a Historic Home with Francesco
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Tour Highlights
Full Description
Begin with a welcome aperitif and tour of a historic seaside villa overlooking the Gulf of Ognina. Enjoy a 1.5-hour hands-on Sicilian cooking class in a charming home kitchen with hand-painted ceilings. Learn to make traditional pasta from scratch using ancient grains, plus fresh tomato sauce and creamy cannoli filling. Savor the meal you’ve prepared by the sea, paired with local Sicilian wine and warm hospitality.
Optional: Explore Catania’s famous fish market with a local and discover fresh seafood, produce, and Sicilian street food.
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What's Included
Included
- Local wine
- Enjoy an authentic Sicilian meal in a local home
- Optional: Explore Catania’s iconic fish market, La Pescheria
- Hands-on Catania cooking class at a historic seaside villa
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please note that, as is common in many Italian homes, this residence does not have air conditioning
- Francesco can accommodate lactose-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan diets upon request, if informed in advance
📍 Meeting Point
Starting Point
Market tour: Meet your host in Piazza Duomo.
Exact address and Google Maps link can be found in your voucher upon confirmation - please check the 'before you go' section. Above only offers neighborhood details, not the exact address.
End Point
Market tour: Meet your host in Piazza Duomo.
Exact address and Google Maps link can be found in your voucher upon confirmation - please check the 'before you go' section. Above only offers neighborhood details, not the exact address.
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour has a specific cancellation policy. We recommend checking the terms at the time of booking to understand the refund conditions.
You will receive your confirmation via email immediately after booking. Viator sends your voucher as soon as payment is completed.
The expected duration is approximately 3 hours. We recommend arriving at least 10-15 minutes before the departure time.
The tour price includes:
- Local wine
- Enjoy an authentic Sicilian meal in a local home
- Optional: Explore Catania’s iconic fish market, La Pescheria
- Hands-on Catania cooking class at a historic seaside villa
The starting point is: Cooking class: Meet your host directly at his home in Ognina. Market tour: Meet your host in Piazza Duomo. Exact address and Google Maps link can .... We recommend using Google Maps to easily reach the meeting location.
We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, water, sunscreen, and a camera. Check the tour's additional information for any specific requirements.
