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Cooking lesson at Lampedusa’s palazzo

f.ajello — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 08:28:14 +0000

A truly special day in the company of the Duchess of Palma, Nicoletta Lanza Tomasi, a direct descendant of Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa, author of “Il Gattopardo”- The Leopard.
A trip to the old city markets which still retain the atmosphere of the Arab souks to buy the necessary ingredients for the cooking lesson. Once the food shopping is done you will take a pleasant stroll through the city’s historic centre where you can admire some of the city’s major monuments, with a knowledgeable commentary from Nicoletta.
On arrival at the Lampedusa palace, last residence of the famous writer, you will be accompanied on a tour of the building, followed immediately afterwards by a cooking lesson in the palazzo’s kitchen.
Lunch, consisting of the food you have just prepared is eaten in the great State room in the company of the Palazzo’s current owners.
The day trip lasts approximately from 8.30am – 3.30 /4.00pm.

Cefalù and Castelbuono

f.ajello — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:57:43 +0000

Guided visit to one of the most famous historical center of Sicily. Cefalù is well known for its precious position and important monuments like the Arab-Norman cathedral, the royal residence of King Roger II the Norman and a variety of narrow and charming streets that features the historical centre.
We will then join the Natural preserve of Madonie Mountains and visit the beauty of Castelbuono, a middle-age town dominated by the huge castle of Ventimglia.
Surrounded by a peaceful and ancient atmosphere, we will come in touch with local specialties like “manna” and delicious pastries and decide to have lunch in a hut surrounded by a wood or to drive back to Cefalù and enjoy a fresh fish meal.

Agrigento

f.ajello — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 09:21:33 +0000

Agrigento - Temple's valley

Of course Agrigento means to have a visit to the “Valley of Temples”, a huge area declared World heritage and icon of the town in the world. An experience to do not miss and to combine with a pic-nic at the nearby ancient garden of Kolimbetra where we can admire the local flora and the ancient Arab watering system (still in use in many Sicilian oranges farming).
For those interested in a cooking lesson, we will be pleased to introduce you to the charming owner of a Olive grow Farm, chef for passion and great host. Lunch at the Farm and cooking lesson at early afternoon.

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Erice, Motya and Cous-Cous cooking lesson

f.ajello — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:57:37 +0000

salt Pants

Erice is unique in Sicily, a mystical ancient city hidden by fog in winter time and overlooking the city of Trapani and the Aegadian islands, providing spectacular views. The town is a perfect synthesis of art, landscape and history and keeps intact the magic ambience of its past splendour. There are countless churches to be visited and 2 castle, Pepoli and Venus ; the second one built on top of the ancient Temple of Venus. It was well-known throughout the Mediterranean area in the ancient age, and an important cult was celebrated in it. Lunch is suggested in a local famous pastry shop where it is possible to taste the traditional Sicilian snacks and sweets.
We will then move downhill and drive along the beautiful road of Salt pans among old wind mills, hundreds of pink flamingos and countless hills of white salt.
Right in the middle of the lagoon emerges the island of Motya, an ancient and powerful Phoenician colony, where we will arrive on board of small boats. Today headquarter of the Withaker Foundation, Motya is a charming archaeological site and hosts a great example of museum. To do not miss “sunset time” facing the salt pan!
For those interested in a cous-cous cooking lesson, we suggest to extend your day trip to Bonagia. In an aristocratic private dwelling, the owner will put you apart the secret of a hand-made cous-cous in an elegant, ethnic ambience.
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