Traditional Cooking Class In Syracuse

Teresa is a lovely and gracious host. Her home, where we met for our cooking class, was easy to find, spacious, beautifully lit and well-stocked with the necessities for our meal prep. We felt right at home in her kitchen and she was very patient with her demonstrations and instructions. Then, eating what we made was a perfect dining experience! So much so, that when we learned she also offered private dinners for small groups, we booked a home-cooked meal with our traveling companions one evening! Teresa made it an elegant and unforgettable evening where we feasted on Sicilian delicacies we wouldn't have otherwise tried.

Wonderful experience with our hostess and chef Teresa She arranged transportation for us to her lovely home. We made homemade pasta with a wonderful squid and sauce , breaded cauliflower, bruschetta, and the most delicious tiramisu I have ever tasted!! Complete with wine and recipes to take home She is a wonderful teacher and encouraged our participation Highly recommend

What a fun night we had making dinner with Teresa. It was my husband and I and another couple that were traveling from Ohio. Teresa came and picked my husband and I up from our hotel and took us to her home where we met the other couple. It was so nice that Teresa opened her home to us and together we all shared in the experience of making ravioli with a pumpkin sauce, cavatelli with tomato and octopus sauce and a chocolate torte. We shared a bottle of wine with our dinner and it was a beautiful evening. I highly recommend your taking a cooking class with Teresa when you are in Sicily. Grazie Mille Teresa!

We had a wonderful experience! The cooking class was very well organized and took place in a welcoming home environment. Our host was incredibly friendly and made everyone feel comfortable from the very beginning. Together we prepared ricotta ravioli, bruschetta, traditional Sicilian caponata, and a delicious tiramisu for dessert. Everything was homemade, fresh, and explained step by step. The atmosphere was relaxed, and it felt like cooking with friends rather than attending a class. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an authentic Sicilian culinary experience!

We had an absolute blast with our cooking class with Teresa! We got to make Ragu and a Sicilian pesto pasta! We also made caponata and cannolis (dough and all)! This class was a blast and we were stuffed by the end of it. Thank you so much for letting us into your home to learn so much!

We loved Teresa and the meal we prepared. We started cooking in the Ortigia Market and then moved with our car to Teresa’s house. She’s an amazing chef and Italian pasta and cooking teacher, we cooked pasta with pesto, parmigiana eggplant and an amazing breadcrumb covered swordfish. Highly recommended, we also had lunch with wine and after that went to Aranella beach (not included of course), 5 minutes away from Teresa’s house

If you’re looking for traditional Sicilian home cooking class, this experience with Teresa is an amazing option. Under the guidance of Teresa in her own kitchen, we cooked two pastas (one fresh busiate and one dry Anellini), a gratin onion and swordfish dish, and a Ricotta Tiramisu for dessert. Not only were these dishes delicious, they are accessible for home cooks and I feel confident that I can recreate them at home. Thank you so much Teresa ❤️

Teresa is a phenomenal teacher and host who embodies true Sicilian hospitality. This class was a highlight of our 8-day trip; we didn't just learn to cook, but gained wonderful insight into the local way of life. The final meal was absolutely delicious—one of the best we had. She even shared recipes and discussed other local foods we were curious about. Highly recommend! We will definitely take another class with her on our next visit.

We had an absolutely brilliant experience at Teresa’s Sicilian cooking class and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area. From start to finish, the class was thoughtfully planned, with Teresa creating a menu that perfectly balanced traditional Sicilian cuisine while also taking into account everyone’s dietary requirements. One of the highlights was making busiate pasta from scratch, which was such a fun and rewarding process. Using fresh, local produce really elevated the flavours, and it was clear how much care goes into authentic Sicilian cooking. Teresa is a fantastic teacher—her English is excellent, and she explains each step clearly and patiently. She made sure everyone was involved throughout, creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere that made it easy to learn and enjoy the experience. Overall, this was a truly memorable experience. Delicious food, great company, and a wonderful insight into Sicilian culture. We would definitely book again!

What a wonderful experience with Teresa! I’ve taken various classes all over Italy and this was the best. Why? Because she really explained why and what we were doing and included tips and variations on the dishes we made. Most classes focus on just pasta, but we made busiate with sausage and broccoli rabe, Messina rolls, caponata and individual tiramisu for dessert, all paired with a wonderful white wine. Highly recommend if you are in the area!!

Wonderful experience with Teresa. She is a great person and a good cook. She has lots of knowledge about the food and explains everything very well. We enjoyed the delicious Sicilian food so much! I would definitely recommend this cooking class.

Very lovely instructor with a lot of knowledge about Sicilian food and traditions. Today we learned how to make fresh pasta, caponata, fish and desert. I would definitely recommend if you're visiting the area and want to learn something new about the Sicilian culture and cuisine.

This experience was so worth it! Teresa picked us up, we picked up some fresh fish at a local market and drove to her house. She/we made fresh cavatelli and prepared the sauce with her special ingredients. She had us mix the dough, cut and roll them! We made swordfish, eggplant parm, and stuffed calamari all with her family’s Sicilian recipes using fresh ingredients. Teresa is a great cook and delightful host. When everything was ready, she plated it and served it with a bottle of white wine. It was a beautiful day so we ate outside on her patio. After dinner, she had us try her homemade after dinner drink “Limoncello” that was chilled, and so delicious! If you are visiting Siracusa, be sure to plan for this to get a taste of great home cooking true Sicilian style. Also, if there is anything in particular you would like to learn to cook, you can let her know ahead of time!

One of the best experiences across Sicily. Teresa was absolutely wonderful and welcomed us into her lovely home. We cooked 3 authentic Italian meals and made everything from scratch with the most fresh and healthy ingredients. We got to have an Italian family food experience and learned so much

My parents had a great time with Theresa. They made Arranci and noodles and Tiramisu - everything was super delicious:)- we were allowed to try it afterwards. She was super flexible and spontaneous.

A great experience! Teresa is a warm hostess who considers all wishes and preferences. Have made 2 kinds of pasta, fish and stuffed calamari... Delicious!!! Food, coffee, wine and brandy, as well as all recipes are included. It was great!