Messina: Market Tour and Dining Experience with a Local Home Cook
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Messina: Market Tour and Dining Experience with a Local Home Cook

4 hours
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Messina: Market Tour and Dining Experience with a Local Home Cook
From $117.00
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Cancellation Policy
Flexible booking and cancellation options.

What you’ll do

Immerse yourself in the genuine allure of Italian markets and gastronomic emporiums, teeming with an array of fresh ingredients guaranteed to ignite your culinary curiosity. Delight in a delectable meal shared among like-minded food lovers. Embark on an enriching voyage alongside a seasoned local connoisseur, unearthing the most captivating culinary essentials while gaining invaluable insights and personalised recommendations.
Highlights
  • Discover the epitome of Italian hospitality as you immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the local market, handpicking personally selected ingredients curated by a skilled home cook. Immerse yourself in the embrace of an authentic Italian family, as you partake in a wonderfully exclusive meal within the cosy confines of a local's home. Let yourself be guided through the meticulous artistry of Italian cuisine, in a setting that exudes intimacy and sparks engaging interactions. Allow your curiosity to flourish as you artfully craft and assemble two exquisite, time-honoured Italian recipes with unparalleled precision and finesse.
  • We offer an unforgettable experience through the oldest network of home cooks in Italy spread across 500 cities. Our passionate local hosts open their doors to travellers for immersive culinary experiences. From their family cookbooks, we prepare and serve local specialties that narrate the story of traditional cuisine from each region.
Itinerary
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Embark on an exclusive tour of the vibrant marketplace, where you will meticulously choose the freshest and most flavorful ingredients sourced directly from local farmers and artisans.
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Indulge yourselves on an exquisite gastronomic voyage, savouring each moment of a meticulously crafted 4-course culinary odyssey. Delight in a tantalising starter, followed by a symphony of flavours in a pasta masterpiece. Indulge in a delectable main course, expertly paired with a side dish that perfectly elevates the experience. Conclude your gastronomic journey with a divine dessert, a sweet finale that leaves a lingering impression.
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To enhance your dining experience, savour a curated selection of local wines, meticulously sourced from esteemed vineyards. Allow the flavours to dance on your palate as you uncover the perfect complement to each course. Refreshing water accompanies each dish, cleansing your palate and heightening the nuances of the culinary masterpiece before you. As a grand finale, enjoy a cup of rich, aromatic coffee, the perfect conclusion to a truly extraordinary meal.
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Immerse yourself in an authentic Italian culinary affair, guided by your gracious host who ensures every bite is a moment of pure pleasure. Let the elegantly effervescent or still water of your choice and the exquisite, hand-selected wines gracefully enhance the harmonious flavours of each culinary masterpiece.
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Indulge in this epicurean adventure, a testament to sophistication, refinement, and pure culinary bliss.
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Our passionate local hosts open their doors to travellers for immersive culinary experiences. From their family cookbooks, we prepare and serve local specialties that narrate the story of traditional cuisine from each region.
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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!

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.

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.

Meeting Point
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.
Notes

The class includes food and drinks as outlined in the itinerary

Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended as there is some standing and movement involved during your class

Your tour and class will be conducted in English

The tour and class last approximately 3 hours

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

This masterclass is Gluten Friendly. Please advise at the time of booking if you require gluten free menu

For the safety and protection of minors, it's required that they be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Your class will be led by an expert local home cook who has a passion for sharing extensive knowledge about Italian food and wine, history, and culture

From $117.00
Calendar iconWhen are you going
Cancellation Policy
Flexible booking and cancellation options.