5.0
Dining experience: take a seat and enjoy an authentic Italian meal with a local Cesarina
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Scent of the Sea: a title that perfectly suits what I'll prepare for my guests. For the appetizer, I propose oven-baked mussels au gratin or shrimp and samphire fritters. As a first course, homemade fresh pasta (busiate or tagliatelle) with red anchovies or spaghetti with fresh mussels and clams. The second course will feature mixed fish skewers with a fennel and citron salad side dish or a fragrant baked swordfish wheel. For dessert, you can choose between panna cotta with bitter orange jam or tiramisu.
Reviews
5.0
18 reviews
- I spent a lovely morning cooking with Pina. She and her husband have a beautiful apartment in Palermo, I really felt like I was in Sicily. We made frittata, pasta busiate and sauce, and tiramisu. Pina served a fantastic artichoke pate and wine, of course, as we cooked. I’m embarrassed to admit that even though I am half Italian I had never made fresh pasta before. Pina taught me well because everything was delicious.
- Pina welcomed us to her elegantly appointed apartment with a sweeping view of the mountains and sea for what turned out to be one of the best culinary experiences we had in Palermo, or anywhere for that matter. There is nothing more special than making food in someone's own kitchen, and Pina worked with us as we prepared gnocchi and a regional pasta, as well as sauces using fresh local ingredients. What we learned from her was something you can never get from a book, or from watching a video. We learned to feel the dough and know when the texture is just right. Pina revealed traditional pasta making secrets to us, saying "This is how my mother did it!". The time went by so quickly as we worked and talked, getting to know all about her and about Sicilian food. She had snacks and lovely wine for us as we kneaded and chopped and breathed in the aromas of garlic and tomatoes and basil. The afternoon culminated in her graciously serving us the feast we had prepared together on her lush balcony. We left, full and satisfied, with hugs and smiles and the recipes and notes to take back home. We are not Italian, but we have been given the special gift of Pina's culinary instruction as to how a true Italian cooks. We will carry the traditions and techniques back with us, and are already planning to recreate what we tasted. We will say to our friends and family who come to eat, "This is how Pina did it!" I cannot recommend any cooking experience I have had more highly than this. Sharing food and culture in someone's home is what life is about. Cook and eat with Pina and discover for yourself!
- We recently had the pleasure of joining Pina's cooking class, which was truly an enjoyable experience. Pina's kitchen had a welcoming atmosphere that felt more like a casual get-together among friends than a formal lesson. What made Pina stand out was her thoughtful gesture – upon discovering it was my birthday, she surprised us with birthday candles on our tiramisu and even sang Happy Birthday. This spontaneous touch, coupled with her genuine hospitality, underscored Pina's dedication to creating a personal and memorable experience for every participant. I highly recommend Pina's cooking class for an enjoyable and authentic Italian culinary experience!
- I am writing to say that I had a wonderful experience with Miss Pina! She taught us so much not just about cooking but Italy too! Her and her husband are wonderful people and all the dishes and dessert were amazing! Really enjoyed the pasta dish, the roasted clams, and tiramasu. We cannot thank her enough!
- Pina was a super sweet and awesome woman who welcomed us into her home with joy. The home was large and a unique attraction in itself. Pina and her husband treated us so kindly, and the entire cooking and later dining experience felt like a cozy dinner with friends. I gave a cooking class as a gift to my boyfriend for his 30th birthday, and Pina even found birthday candles with the right number for the cake, and we sang the birthday song in Italian. We prepared 3 dishes together with Pina, but she also made snacks and 2 separate dishes for us. Additionally, she generously offered wine and homemade limoncello, which was superb! Overall, I would say it was one of the loveliest experiences during our trip that will be remembered! A big thank you to you, Pina!
Stacie - March 2024
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Laura&Robin - October 2023
€95.00 per guest
(€47.50 per child)
€95.00 per guest
€95.00 per guest
€47.50 per child