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Maria Daniela

Cesarina from 2019

My speciality: Pasta with zucchini, ricotta and basil

I live in: Messina

Spoken languages: Italian, English, Spanish

Good to know

I offer vegetarian alternatives

Hi from Maria Daniela!

In Messina, there are many things to see: churches, palaces, fortifications, fountains, and monuments. But, to really get to know this city it is also a must to taste its typical dishes. So, you must therefore know the flavors and aromas typical of this part of Sicily and, the best place is at the home of our Cesarina.Maria Daniela loves the sea, and from the garden of her 1913 villa you can look out and enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Strait of Messina. Together with her, you can learn how to make "maccheroncini al ferro" - the traditional fresh pasta that is seasons with the sauce -, and the Messina-style veal cutlets, which she learned to fill and roll since she was a child to help her mother and sisters in the kitchen.

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My specialities
  •  Eggplant parmigiana
  •  Pasta with zucchini, ricotta and basil
  •  Meat rolls of Messina style, cooked on the grill
Experiences
Reviews
5.0
21 reviews
We had a wonderful time, Maria was entertaining, the food exceptional, it was a really great relaxing atmosphere, very much enjoyed our time with Maria. Her homemade olive oil was so....good.

Maria Goretti  - June 2025

This cooking class was so much fun! It was so private and Maria welcomed us into her home for the class. I would recommend this cooking class to anyone staying in Sicily.

Taylor  - June 2025

My sister and I absolutely loved our cooking experience with Daniela in Messina! We made two types of pasta: a cavatelli with a tomato and fried eggplant sauce, and a ravioli with a ricotta, lemon and Parmesan filling cooked in butter and sage, as well as a cannoli. Delicious! She also shared braciola and some breads and cheeses along with a taste of her mother’s homemade limoncello. Daniela was friendly and a great teacher, and welcomed us into her home with a beautiful view over Messina. Would do again, and highly recommend!!

Nicole - May 2025

Daniela was an outstanding host. Our small family group had a great experience. She shared her culinary knowledge along with information about her family. Our group hopes to see Daniela in the future. 100% positive recommendation. Nothing could have been changed to make the experience better.

Kim/Tessa/Trent  - May 2025

Daniela was absolutely wonderful! We made two pasta dishes and a dessert, all of which were some of the best food we have had on our Italy vacation. She is very kind, speaks good English, and is very knowledgeable about Messina culture. Daniela‘s home is beautiful with stunning panaoramic views of the city. I would recommend this experience to anyone.

Jordan Parker - April 2025

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