Mt. Etna is a volcano of flavours. The many eruptions over the centuries have created an extremely fertile soil which extends from the rocky shores of the Mediterranean sea to the highest slopes of the Volcano, in a great variety of microclimates. Characteristics that are reflected in the unique flavours of fruits, vegetables and grapes.
The Etnean cuisine, deeply Mediterranean for its culture and geography, is a triumph of flavours, a treasure chest of ancient knowledge. Etna wines, known from antiquity, today are appreciated around the world thanks to the ability of some wineries that have been able to innovate the tradition interpreting the terroir in the best way, producing great wines.
To enjoy the excellence and varieties of Etna wines and pair them with the best Sicilian recipes, Cotumè has chosen some of the best wineries around the different slopes of the volcano.
If you want to discover the wines of the south-east side of Sicily while attending our cooking classes, we have another option, in the bright countryside around Syracuse: a winery hosted in a Norman castle and dedicated to the production of organic wines.
After visiting the venue, while tasting the first wine, take part in our hands-on cooking class and discover Sicilian cuisine. You can choose one of the following cooking classes:
After the class, enjoy your meal and the best wines produced by the winery and paired with the dishes made and other delicacies.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Guided visit of the winery
One of the following cooking classes:
Traditional cuisine: guided by our chef, learn how to make some of the very best recipes of the Sicilian tradition. Four recipes, including fresh pasta, will be made. During the cooking class will be served a glass of wine and an appetizer.
Pasta masterclass: guided by our chef learn how to make pasta from scratch and the most traditional shapes used in Sicily and Italy. Two different types of pasta and sauces will be made. During the cooking class will be served a glass of wine and an appetizer.
Street food: guided by our chef, learn how to make some of the best traditional Sicilian street food specialties. Three different recipes will be realised.
Tools and ingredients: everyone is provided with a station complete to actively participate in the class.
Lunch with the dishes made during the class + dessert.
Beverage: wine tasting with 3-4 wines (depending to the chosen winery) paired with the dishes made, water.
Food storytelling: discover the connections between recipes and Sicilian history and culture.
Recipes leaflet with the recipes used during the class.
WHERE:
Mt. Etna
(South-East): Benanti Winery
(East): Murgo Winery
(North-East): Tenuta di Fessina, Palmento Costanzo
Syracuse: Pupillo Winery
PARTICIPANTS: from 2 to 40 people (note: our classes are on request and for private groups only)
DURATION: 3 ½ to 5 hours including lunch/dinner
LANGUAGE: English (others on request)
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