The best cooking class we have ever taken!
"Loredana is the best! She made good food fantastic and approachable to make ourselves. Our ravioli and cavatelli was perfect as was everything else she prepared afterwards. The wine at Benanti paired perfectly. If you have the opportunity to do the cooking/wine tasting tour jump on it. You won’t regret it."
Kim D., Usa
Great fun, great food!
“We had a lot of fun with our market tour and cooking class with Loredana and Viviana! We started with a great walk through the market while Loredana picked out fresh vegetables, herbs, cheeses, salumi and fish for the meal we would prepare together. Learning to make the tiny, rolled pastas was a highlight! The instruction was supportive and knowledgeable and the food was delicious. When all was prepared, we sat down to enjoy a lovely, leisurely lunch and conversation with our cooking coaches. I'd do it again in a heartbeat!”
KAREN L., SILVER SPRING MD, USA
Recommend highly!
"Loredana and her team are knowledgable, friendly and have good English - and nothing is too much trouble."
Sue A., Brisbane, Australia
A perfect way to exchange stories!
"First Loredana showed us the beautiful venue, then we started to cook in the nice kitchen. We told them in advance all the things we don‘t like so they could find the perfect dishes for us. It was a pleasure to have the meal together with Ivano and Loredana. The best cooking class we ever had! Thank you very much!”
Rebecca K., Cologne, Germany
All of us cannot stop thinking about it
“The cooking class at the end of our tour was absolutely great. Thank you Cotumè for making our Sicilian trip unforgettable!!”
Debora D., Sutton Coldfield, UK
Memorable and enlightening
“Walking the market with Ivano was a great way to experience the Catania fish market. Not only did he answer food questions but also questions about the architecture and the history of the city and the market. Super fun to be introduced to the best fish, meat and cheese vendors -- a much richer experience than exploring the market by ourselves.”
Kylie, New York NY, USA
Best and fruitful experience we had in Sicily
“We had this class in a beautiful historical winery’s kitchen. The location is amazing beautiful. The wine history introduction, the learning experience of cooking, the food, their service and their knowledge in wine and cooking is outstanding.
We enjoyed every moment and food in the class. Will definitely take this course again in the future. This is the best cooking class we even had and I truly recommend others to experience it.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience Sicily culture by this special class. This is value of every penny. Love it!
Thank you our chef, Loredana and Ivano, for your professional teaching, knowledgeable sharing and warmly service. Definitely Top Class!"
Alice & Wilson, Honk Kong
A perfect evening
"We were a group of 6 staying at a private villa in Milo. Loredana and Ivano came directly to our villa to prepare a home cooked meal. The entire evening was absolutely perfect. A very special night. Molto Bene!!
We were treated to a multi course meal, all cooked from scratch in our villa. The local ingredients heightened the taste of the food along with 3 perfectly paired Etna wines.
Aside from the local food and wine, Loredana prepared the meal with so much care and passion - the most important ingredients in any meal!! Every course was amazing. The evening was by far the best meal I've have ever had in Italy.
We would highly recommend Loredana and Ivano for either a home cooked meal or a cooking class. Perfetto!"
David C., New York NY, USA
Relax and enjoy!
“Laurie & Ivano create the perfect half-day Sicilian food experience, combining all the elements you’re hoping for. You start browsing the local market, chatting with vendors who open up because you’re with Laurie, hearing about history and culture, and sampling local produce.
Then the cooking is fabulous, with a range of dishes that are traditional, delicious and manageable at home. Wine & recipes provided.
Then a beautiful meal including, but not nearly limited to what you’ve just prepared. Fabulous - unreserved recommendation!”
Hugh B., Melbourne, Australia
Great way to spend the day
"Great ambiance, good fun, and a delicious meal to enjoy in the majestic atmosphere of the historic noble apartment. Loredana was enthusiastic and knowledgeable, teaching about the history of the techniques we used as well as the methods themselves. Best meal we had in Sicily!"
Maria O., Ceiba, Portorico
Fantastic quality food and wine, and incredible service
"We had the most incredible experience with Cotumè. We loved every minute of our day with the Cotumè team. They were very attentive, kind, interesting, fun, and skilled and they went above and beyond - even cooking our kids a delicious lunch! I would recommend this service to anyone who loves food and cooking, and wants an exciting Italian experience."