What You’ll Love about Your Week in Sicily
Join us as we experience all that is delicious and interesting about Sicilian food, wine, culture and history. We’ll explore the island of Sicily from east to west, and with stops in-between, meeting and learning from local experts, as well as our chef expert, Chef Kevin O’Donnell of Newport’s Giusto and Mother Pizza.
On Oldways Culinarias you’ll get access to authentic experiences and people you wouldn’t have on your own. You don’t just get to taste a fabulous meal—you get the recipes and knowledge to bring these “old ways” home with you. In between all the excitement, you’ll have time to shop or take a siesta and then relax in five-star hotels at the end of the day!
Our first home away from home will be Ortigia: a charming, small island that is part of the city of Siracusa (Syracuse). You’ll love exploring this tiny island; visiting its incredible market and narrow streets and shops; and taking an insider’s tour of the market (complete with a cheese tasting).
As we move from east to west, we’ll stop in Agrigento for a guided tour of the Valley of the Temples and a special lunch in the Kolymbethra Garden.
During our week, we’ll of course explore the wonderfully fascinating and exciting city of Palermo with both a historic tour and a deliciously fun-filled street food tour. You’ll have time to explore on your own and with the group, including dinners and lunches, including one with a special presentation by culinary historian and cookbook author Mary Taylor Simeti. After the last time Mary made a presentation at one of our Culinarias, a participant wrote us that Mary’s talk alone was worth the full price of the trip.
We’ll experience the Sicilian Mediterranean Diet through delicious meals at restaurants featuring meals that showcase why there are so many centenarians in Sicily.
This Culinaria may be eligible for CPEU credit pending CDR review and approval.
