Luigina
Cesarina from 2024My speciality: Eggplant or artichoke or swordfish caponata
I live in: Cinisi
Spoken languages: Italian and English
Good to know
I offer vegetarian alternatives
Hi from Luigina!
My cuisine originates from locally sourced, zero-kilometer raw materials, often grown in the family garden. Based on these products, which also distinguish Sicilian cuisine, I enjoy experimenting or simply offering typical dishes. I could describe it as genuine, simple, sustainable cuisine, which also relies on recipes passed down from my grandmother and is characterized by a good dose of passion for what I love most to do: cooking, precisely.
My specialities
- Tagliatelle with fava beans and wild fennel
Experiences
Reviews
5.0
8 reviews
- Luigina was a very knowledgeable guide during our visit to cheese factory in Cinisi. The the young ladies made our experience in making ricotta, caciocavallo and other cheeses an outing that my family enjoyed immensely. Thank you. Guilfoy family.
- We had the best time with Gina. Gina is very kind and hospitable; we felt very comfortable with her. She and her husband gave us a very warm welcome. Cooking together was great fun, and we had a very nice talk while eating together. The cooking class with Gina is a great way to get to know Sicilian culture better.
- Un'esperienza unica. Abbiamo riso, imparato, cucinato e, soprattutto, incontrato una coppia siciliana autentica, innamorata della propria terra e della propria cucina, che ci ha trasmesso l'arte della buona cucina. Un piacere condividerla con Gina e il suo marito attento che si è preso cura di noi e ci ha coccolati in ogni momento. Se vi trovate in zona, approfittate dell'occasione per cenare con prodotti autentici di qualità ineguagliabile. GRACIAS GRACIAS Y GRACIAS
- I cannot express enough gratitude for my experience with Luigina—she is simply amazing! From the start, her kindness and warmth made me feel so welcome, and she shared her passion for Sicilian cooking with such genuine enthusiasm. The setting was beautiful, and despite the rainy weather, we got to make pizza in her son's cozy Airbnb with a wood-fired oven. Her husband, who handled the fire, was just as sweet, making the whole experience feel like a true family gathering. Luigina’s teaching style was so natural; she made everything feel easy and enjoyable. Every ingredient was fresh, including her own handmade sauce, and I got to try so many different pizza combinations—all incredibly delicious. She even made special dough balls; some with sugar and some with cheese, that added a unique touch to the experience. Plus, she took the time to explain how to make arancini, which was such a fantastic bonus! Even when a huge storm hit, Luigina and her husband went out of their way to drive me back to my accommodation, showing just how thoughtful and caring they are. The food, the atmosphere, and Luigina’s incredible hospitality made this experience unforgettable. If you’re in Sicily, this is an absolute must. Thank you, Luigina—you’re truly incredible! I will absolutely be returning to do this again. Lots of appreciation and love from Canada!
- Words cannot express how wonderful our experience was with Gina. I usually don’t write reviews but I will make an exception in this case. Gina patiently guided us through the entire process, from the preparation of the fresh vegetables for the three sauces to the proportioning and technique for three types of pasta to accompany the dishes. Gina served each dish with Sicilian style and grace, with wine and other accompaniments. Further, she finished our feast with home made Sicilian cookies, Limoncello( the best I have ever had) and freshly picked pomegranates from her garden. Gina was fluent in English and graciously transported us to and from our Hotel in Terrasini. You can’t duplicate that integrity ANYWHERE! We could not have asked for more. If ever in Sicily, do yourself a favor and book your cooking class with Gina; she is the absolute BEST!!
Valentina Favazza Guilfoy &family - September 2025
Enya - September 2025
NOEMI & FAMILY - June 2025
Jessica - November 2024
Chris Allen Cerceo - October 2024