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Private cooking class with lunch or dinner in Taormina

3 Reviews 4.00 out of 5 stars Based on 3 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Taormina, Italy
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Dive into the regional traditions of everyday Italy and discover the secrets of Taormina's cuisine. Learning how to cook in a local home is a wonderful way to gain insight into Italy's real culture.

What could be a better souvenir than cooking knowledge to last a lifetime?

Learn how to prepare 3 local recipes from scratch with your Cesarina, and discover the secrets of regional Italian cuisine.

The pleasure of conviviality goes far beyond good food and wine. Our guests take part in an experience which is so much more than just a cooking class. Learning and dining with a Cesarina gives you the chance to be welcomed in like one of the family and live like the Italians do.

Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

What's Included

  • Cooking Class (learn to make 3 Iocal traditional dishes)
  • Tasting session (lunch or dinner) with wine, beverages and coffee

    Meeting Location

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    Via Teatro Greco
    98039 Taormina ME, Italy

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    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    Your experience will take place in a carefully selected local home in Taormina, or the surrounding area (you can decide how far you'd like to travel). We cannot share the address of our host for privacy reason. Upon booking, you will receive all the details you'll need.

    Sample Menu

    Main

    Pasta with sardines or "Pasta ‘ncaciata" - baked pasta or Pasta with cauliflower

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Please note that our Cesarine are ready and thrilled to host you in their homes! All Cesarine are always very careful and attentive of the important sanitary rules needed, even more now! The homes provide all the essential sanitary equipment for the guests (paper towels for washing hands, hand sanitizing gel and so on). Remember to always maintain 1 meter distance from each other and if not, wear masks and gloves

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private cooking class with lunch or dinner in Taormina?

    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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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    Activity code: C-68460P484

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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.
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    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Cooking Class (learn to make 3 Iocal traditional dishes).
    • Tasting session (lunch or dinner) with wine, beverages and coffee.
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    There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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    Accessibility information for the Private cooking class with lunch or dinner in Taormina is as follows:

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Please note that our Cesarine are ready and thrilled to host you in their homes! All Cesarine are always very careful and attentive of the important sanitary rules needed, even more now! The homes provide all the essential sanitary equipment for the guests (paper towels for washing hands, hand sanitizing gel and so on). Remember to always maintain 1 meter distance from each other and if not, wear masks and gloves
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