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November 7-14, 2005

Sicily: Catania, Siracusa, and Palermo, Italy

Sicily’s history has made its cuisine a rich mix of the favorite foods of each of its many conquerors, from the Phoenicians, Romans and Carthaginians to the Arabs, Normans, and Germans. With guidance from Ana Sortun and farmer Chris Kurth, we visited ﬁsh markets, vineyards, a cheese research facility, a sweet shop, and Roman ruins. We also explored local ingredients like pistachios and chestnuts, enjoyed three hands-on cooking classes and an olive oil tasting, and more.

Trip Highlights:

Chef Hosts: Chef Ana Sortun of Oleana Restaurant, Cambridge, MA and Farmer Chris Kurth, Siena Farms, Sudbury, MA

Cooking demonstrations and hands-on cooking class (and recipes to take home!) with Chef Ana Sortun and local Chef Cameo Chiaramonte
An exploration of chocolate in Modica
A guided visit with cooking class at the Ragusano Cheese Consorzio in Ragusa
Private tours at two wineries, olive oil producers, chocolate makers, cheesemakers, and food markets
Tour of Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples
Many fabulous & authentic Sicilian group meals, and free time to eat and shop on your own
A group of fellow food lovers to get acquainted with. Many of our travelers have made lifelong friends on our trips!