Cooking Classes
Grandma’s recipes: Getting stuck into pasta in Messina
5.0
Stefania
Spoken languages:
Italian and English
Cooking class: learn how to cook traditional & innovative Italian recipes from a local Cesarina
Shared Experience
Your experience
- Fresh pasta
- Tiramisu
In the heart of Messina, I’ll take you on a journey to discover the secrets and flavours handed down by the grandmothers of yesteryear. I’ll welcome you into my kitchen and together we’ll prepare a delicious tiramisu, before turning our attention to fresh pasta: ravioli, tagliatelle or spaghetti, made with the same love and care that my grandmother taught me. Whilst we wait for the pasta to cook, I’ll offer you an aperitif to enjoy alongside a glass of local Prosecco DOC. You’ll take with you, on your journey and in your heart, a little piece of my story, my cooking and my beloved city.
Remaining char: 500
Total: €131.00
€131.00
per guest€66.00 per child
Reviews
5.0
15 reviews
- This was a wonderful, intimate, authentic, family cooking experience. One of the highlights of my Euro trip. Stefania and Giorgia made the experience truly personal and made us feel welcome and at home. We learned to make 2 pastas, tiramisu and received tasty bites, wine and a to-go gift at the end. It was such a welcoming family experience and I learned to make the tastiest tiramisu I have ever had! This is a must do experience!
- We had an absolutely amazing experience at this cooking class! We learned how to make fresh pasta and tiramisu from scratch, and everything turned out delicious. The entire experience was fun, hands-on, and so well organized. What made it even more special was the wonderful family who hosted us. Everyone helped make us feel welcome, shared their knowledge and traditions, and created such a warm, friendly atmosphere. It truly felt like an authentic Sicilian experience rather than just a cooking class. If you’re looking to enjoy incredible food, learn traditional recipes, and experience genuine Sicilian hospitality, we couldn’t recommend this enough. It was one of the highlights of our trip, and we’ll definitely remember it for years to come! Thank you for accepting us into your beautiful home!
- We had a lovely and personal experience with Stefania. Together with her husband, Franco, they were very hospitable and eager to introduce us to making tiramisu, ravioli, and another pasta dish. Their daughter was also present and translated the Italian into English for us. After making the pasta, Franco and Stefania went to the kitchen to prepare the food, and we were served very well. We were given all kinds of appetizers and red wine. It was fully equipped with every convenience! The ravioli and pasta were also prepared very well! We really got a glimpse into traditional Sicilian cuisine. We highly recommend this experience to others!
- We had a wonderful experience with Stefania! Her daughter, Georgia, was lovely and acted as an interpreter. Her husband, Franco, was very welcoming and took care of things in the kitchen including the cleaning up. The fact that it was a family affair made it extra special and allowed Stefania to completely focus on us. Out of the four of us, three are not cooks at all but it didn't matter. Stefania guided every step with kindness and patience and made sure we had a successful cooking class. The pasta we made was exactly what you see in the pictures but the pictures don't do it justice! The ravioli with a butter and sage sauce was the favorite for all of us and was outstanding!!! Possibly the best we ever had! The prosecco and appetizers were all local products and mostly hand made by Stefania, which was much appreciated. These were presented to us after we prepared the tiramisu and pasta and when they were cooking the pasta for us, so it was very nice to have while waiting for the main meal. It says in the description that you will be welcomed by these and perhaps that needs to be adjusted in the write up. However, for us it was perfect timing to have them after our "work" was done. It is worth noting that they have air conditioning in their home and it was very comfortable. We were quite relieved by this since it was an extremely hot day in Messina. I highly recommend this experience to everyone.
- This cooking class is phenomenal omg it was soooooo good and so much I was so full once I left I didn’t eat for the rest of the day. I’m trying to learn how to cook fresh Italian food and Stefania answered all my questions. Her husband came to pick us up and drop us off from the cruise port. Their home was so Italian authentic and simply gorgeous I felt right at home cooking! The class was very intimate and this was just an amazing! Gergiao her daughter was equally brilliant and a ball of fun!!! She even sent me the receipts upon request!!! BOOK this class you won’t regret it trust me!!!
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Remaining char: 500
Total: €131.00
€131.00 per guest
Where
Stefania
Cesarina from 2025Location: Messina (ME) Languages: Italian and EnglishRaised alongside my maternal grandmother, I have nurtured a passion for cooking since I was a child, guided lovingly by my Nonnina and her treasured recipes. I cook to bring back the flavors and aromas of Messinese and Sicilian tradition, ancient yet still alive within me: from pesce stocco alla ghiotta to carefully prepared meat rolls, all made according to the recipes passed down through my family. My home is always open—not only to friends, but also to guests from other countries, with whom I enjoy sharing a chat and preparing together the precious family recipes.
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