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Host: Luca

Catania, Italy

USD
$88-$126 per person

Authentic Sicilian Cooking Class in Catania

Host offerings
  • Apartment
  • Professional cook
  • Pets
  • Vegetarian
  • Alcohol
  • Transportation
  • Cooking class
  • Market visit
  • Food tour

Meet Luca

Born and raised in Sicily, Luca developed a passion for food from his mother, who taught him the art of selecting and preparing fresh seafood from their local fish market. He honed his skills at culinary school before working at the Michelin-starred Cambio Restaurant in England, where he rose to sous chef. After returning to Italy, he pursued his love for hospitality as a private chef, dedicated to sharing the rich flavors and traditions of Sicilian cuisine. Today, Luca hosts guests alongside his mother in her charming apartment in Catania’s city center, just a 5-minute walk from Piazza del Duomo, offering an authentic, home-cooked experience infused with Sicilian warmth and tradition.

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

Cooking experience: (2-8 guests) Meet your Sicilian chef Luca at his home in the heart of Catania. Kick off your private Catania cooking class with a glass of prosecco as you’re introduced to the fresh, local ingredients and the rich history behind the dishes you’ll create. In this hands-on class, learn to prepare a traditional three-course Sicilian meal featuring an antipasto, homemade pasta, and a classic dessert - inspired by the flavors Luca grew up with. Master essential culinary techniques, from cracking eggs flawlessly into a flour well to kneading pasta dough to perfection. The cooking portion lasts 1.5 hours, after which you’ll sit down to savor your handmade meal, perfectly paired with local Sicilian wine. Immerse yourself in the warmth of Sicilian hospitality and take home skills to recreate these authentic flavors in your own kitchen!

Market visit: (2-8 guests) Meet your host, Luca, at Basilica Cattedrale di Sant'Agata in Piazza del Duomo, then take a short stroll to the bustling Catania Fish Market. This vibrant morning market is filled with local fishmongers and produce vendors, their stalls shaded by colorful umbrellas. As you wander through the market, Luca will introduce you to his favorite vendors, sharing insights about Sicilian ingredients and culinary traditions. Together, you'll select a few fresh ingredients that you'll later use in your hands-on cooking class. Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and flavors of authentic Sicilian life during this one-hour guided market tour, a perfect introduction to the region’s rich food culture.

Notes: Your host can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary requests so please inform him if you have any dietary restrictions when making your booking.

Languages spoken: English, Italian

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • Eggplant parmigiana | eggplant, tomato sauce, parmesan cheese and basil
  • Pasta con pistacchio di Bronte | fresh pasta, toasted pistachios, cooked with Sicilian bacon, seafood or cheese
  • Sicilian cannoli or zabaglione
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Luca

$88-$126 USD

per person
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Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $100 $88
Market Tour+ Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $126 $114
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $100 $88
Market Tour+ Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $126 $114
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
Cooking Experience+ Meal
 11:00am-2:00pm 5:00pm-8:00pm
Market Tour+ Cooking Experience + Meal
 10:00am-2:00pm

Meet Luca

Born and raised in Sicily, Luca developed a passion for food from his mother, who taught him the art of selecting and preparing fresh seafood from their local fish market. He honed his skills at culinary school before working at the Michelin-starred Cambio Restaurant in England, where he rose to sous chef. After returning to Italy, he pursued his love for hospitality as a private chef, dedicated to sharing the rich flavors and traditions of Sicilian cuisine. Today, Luca hosts guests alongside his mother in her charming apartment in Catania’s city center, just a 5-minute walk from Piazza del Duomo, offering an authentic, home-cooked experience infused with Sicilian warmth and tradition.

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

Cooking experience: (2-8 guests) Meet your Sicilian chef Luca at his home in the heart of Catania. Kick off your private Catania cooking class with a glass of prosecco as you’re introduced to the fresh, local ingredients and the rich history behind the dishes you’ll create. In this hands-on class, learn to prepare a traditional three-course Sicilian meal featuring an antipasto, homemade pasta, and a classic dessert - inspired by the flavors Luca grew up with. Master essential culinary techniques, from cracking eggs flawlessly into a flour well to kneading pasta dough to perfection. The cooking portion lasts 1.5 hours, after which you’ll sit down to savor your handmade meal, perfectly paired with local Sicilian wine. Immerse yourself in the warmth of Sicilian hospitality and take home skills to recreate these authentic flavors in your own kitchen!

Market visit: (2-8 guests) Meet your host, Luca, at Basilica Cattedrale di Sant'Agata in Piazza del Duomo, then take a short stroll to the bustling Catania Fish Market. This vibrant morning market is filled with local fishmongers and produce vendors, their stalls shaded by colorful umbrellas. As you wander through the market, Luca will introduce you to his favorite vendors, sharing insights about Sicilian ingredients and culinary traditions. Together, you'll select a few fresh ingredients that you'll later use in your hands-on cooking class. Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and flavors of authentic Sicilian life during this one-hour guided market tour, a perfect introduction to the region’s rich food culture.

Notes: Your host can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary requests so please inform him if you have any dietary restrictions when making your booking.

Languages spoken: English, Italian

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • Eggplant parmigiana | eggplant, tomato sauce, parmesan cheese and basil
  • Pasta con pistacchio di Bronte | fresh pasta, toasted pistachios, cooked with Sicilian bacon, seafood or cheese
  • Sicilian cannoli or zabaglione
Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $100 $88
Market Tour+ Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $126 $114
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $100 $88
Market Tour+ Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $126 $114
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
Cooking Experience+ Meal
 11:00am-2:00pm 5:00pm-8:00pm
Market Tour+ Cooking Experience + Meal
 10:00am-2:00pm
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