Cooking class in Taormina With Chef Massimo

The cooking class with Chef Massimo was beyond fabulous. Chef Massimo met our group at the Messina gate, then took us to a local market to discuss the right ingredients and acquire the fresh ingredients for the day. Afterwards, he arranged a taxi to take us to his Villa for the cooking and eating. His Villa was a beautiful home located on the slopes overlooking the seaside area of Taormina. We were a group of 6 and began to prepare the meal. Everyone participated and it was great fun. First we made pasta and he taught us how to roll the pasta from dry material into various shapes of pasta. Next we cut and diced various veggies including eggplant, peppers and others to make Caponata. He showed us how to prepare artichoke into a “cup” that then received a pork and cheese mixture, which was then baked. The final main course was Calamari mixed with breadcrumbs, tomatoes, basil, olive oil then baked until crispy fresh sea bass. Massimo showed us how to prepare the entire fish and explained the benefits of cooking the fish with all of its parts. We sat as a group and consumed the awesome meal that we had all prepared together. It was an incredible experience that we will not soon forget. Massimo’s passion for food and the ingredients was the clear and consistent message.

This was an amazing experience, not just fun but educational! Massimo is a wonderful patient teacher and the end result - lunch with the rest of the group - incredible. Very well organised, beautiful view from Massimo’s house, one of my favourite experiences of our trip! Well worth every penny. Thanks again!

This was a highlight on our trip to Taormina! Massimo was very informative not only when we were cooking but also during our market tour. We all leaned not only how to prepare a delicious meal, but also how to use traditional preparations for a multitude of meats and fish. We will not soon forget this incredible day nor our new friend in Taormina!!

Unfortunately we were unable to go to our scheduled slot with Chef Massimo. We got lost on the highway and couldn't turn off to Taomina. However, the whole time he was on the phone, guiding us. And was so lovely and gave us a refund for the class. If his attention and care in this instance is any indication - his class must be absolutely amazing.

One of the highlights of our trip. Massimo is incredibly knowledgeable and funny, you’ll get a sincere and insightful view on the whole process of choosing, cooking and eating Sicilian food. Him and Munir make you feel at home and give you all kinds of recommendations even for when you leave the class. Totally recommended!

We are so disappointed! The chef CANCELLED our experience! We were looking forward to this! But it didn’t work out. Apparently we were the only ones who signed up & weren’t worth the trouble!

This is an absolute must! Chef Massimo was incredible. We started at the market and hand picked items on our menu then went back to a kitchen/restaurant (phenomenal views) where we created everything from start to finish, with the excellence guidance of Massimo. We love making the pasta from scratch and the food tasted excellent. He provided local wines as well. This was definitely one of our favorite highlights of our 2 week vacation in Europe!

From learning how to identify good produce from the local market, to preparation of the food and then finally eating what we have cooked - Chef Massimo was just fantastic. He had the patience and skill to prepare simple foods and make them taste as if they came out of a 5 star restaurant. If your passionate about food and learning how to make food selections - Chef Massimo is the right person for you. Thank you Chef for a great day and an exceptional food experience. Your company and great nature was nothing short of fabulous - you treated us all with such respect and passion. Next time we visit Taormina, we will be book another cooking class with the talented Chef Massimo. Until we next meet again. Thank You

la cordialità di Massimo nonché la sua ospitalità hanno reso stupenda e indimenticabile questa esperienza culinaria

Wunderbares Erlebnis. Tolle Küche, tolle Location. Ist dein Geld wert. Leckere, vielfältige und authentische Gerichte. Martina