Modica: Market Tour and Cooking Class With an Expert Local Home Cook
5 hours
Group 1+
English, Italian
5 hours
What you'll do
Discover the rich and diverse culinary heritage of Italy with our passionate local hosts. Immerse yourself in the vibrant local market, select the best seasonal ingredients, and indulge in an authentic hands-on cooking class. Join your host for a visit to the market, where you will learn the art of ingredient selection. Afterwards, head back to their home, enjoy an Italian Aperitivo, and master the art of creating the iconic Pasta recipe and famous Tiramisu, both typical of the city you're visiting. Conclude the experience by savouring the fruits of your labour with a delightful lunch or dinner accompanied by local wines. Embark on this journey to truly encounter the real Italian regional gastronomy, fostering genuine connections, food, and friendship.
Highlights
Embark on a captivating journey at the nearby market alongside your knowledgeable local host, who will graciously share insider insights on procuring the finest seasonal ingredients. Delight in an immersive cooking class held within the enchanting abode of a genuine local resident, where you will hone the art of crafting two legendary Italian delicacies: the exquisite Fresh Pasta and the heavenly Tiramisu. Observe the graceful expertise of a culinary master, gaining invaluable expertise for reproducing these divine dishes within your own haven. A delectable feast, complemented by exceptional local wines, awaits to gratify your senses. Revel in the camaraderie of fellow connoisseurs, as you ardently exchange a shared ardor for the splendorous Italian cuisine.
Itinerary
- 1Embark on an exquisite journey of culinary discovery, where you'll immerse yourself in a private cooking class curated for true connoisseurs. Indulge in a symphony of flavors as you savour a meticulously crafted lunch or dinner, featuring two divine recipes that showcase the pinnacle of culinary artistry.
- 2Prepare to be enchanted by an array of tantalising beverages, ranging from crisp and refreshing water to decadent wines exuding sophistication, and aromatic coffee that dances upon the palate.
- 3Experience a truly unforgettable adventure through our extensive network of esteemed home cooks, scattered across 500 captivating cities in Italy. Passionate and devoted, our local hosts graciously open their doors to discerning travelers, unveiling the secrets of traditional cuisine through immersive culinary encounters. Drawing inspiration from cherished family cookbooks, we artfully prepare and present local specialties that weave a compelling narrative of each region's rich gastronomic heritage.
- 4Allow us to make your culinary aspirations come to life! If your heart desires to master the art of traditional cooking, simply notify us when making your reservation. Our dedicated team will strive to accommodate your request, ensuring that the finest ingredients are at your disposal. Kindly note that a minimum notice of 72 hours before the commencement of the tour is required. Our tailor-made dishes are meticulously designed to enchant and mesmerize, and we eagerly anticipate the pleasure of sharing this unparalleled gastronomic journey with you.
What's Included
What's not included
Although not compulsory, our team of tour guides would deeply appreciate gratuities and tips as a display of gratitude for the exceptional service they provide.
Pick up and drop off at your hotel is not included as we meet at a fixed location.
Meeting Points
This experience will be held in a local's home and for privacy reasons, you will receive the full address of your host after you have booked.
Kindly ensure you are punctual and reach the meeting point 10-15 minutes prior to the start time.
Notes
The experience includes food, drinks, and wine tastings as outlined in the itinerary
Additional orders placed during the experience must be paid for by the individual who orders them. If unsure, the tour guide will be happy to assist
Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended as there is some walking involved during your experience
If you're under the age of 18, unfortunately, you cannot consume alcohol. However, there are plenty of delicious non-alcoholic options available
Your experience can be conducted in English
The tour lasts 5 hours starting at your preferred time
We take pride in offering a collection of mouth-watering delicacies catering to diverse palates. If you have special dietary requirements or allergies please let us know while booking
Your tour will be hosted by a local and has a passion for sharing extensive knowledge about Italian food and wine, history, and culture
Fancy Something Special?
We'd love to help you bring your culinary dreams to life! If you've always wanted to learn to cook a dish the traditional way, just let us know when booking. We'll do our best to accommodate your request, subject to both ingredient availability and at least 72 hours notice before the tour begins. Our bespoke dishes are designed to delight, and we're excited to share them with you!
This experience will be held in a local's home and for privacy reasons, you will only receive the full address of your host after you have booked.
We build our experiences around you: in order to match you up with your perfect local home cook, we kindly ask you the following information: food intolerance and allergy, the neighbourhood you are staying in and how do you plan to travel to your local's host home. Please specify this information at the time of booking or by email at [email protected] with your booking reference and name.
Once we received all the information we will send you all your host details including telephone and full address.
Our customer operations team is always available 7 days a week, feel free to contact us for any further info
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