At Casa Di Cilla
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At Casa Di Cilla
By Marco Cillari
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We will begin our experience early in the morning by meeting at "Porta Carini" entrance door to one of the most famous markets in the city, the Cape. We will enter the market alleys, full of merchandise, and here we will buy everything needed to make the menu you choose together. Among the stalls full of goods, between colors and voices you will have the impression of being in one of the souks of any Muslim city. Visiting a market in Palermo is a multicultural experience, they fully express the multifaceted and cosmopolitan culture of the Palermo area. After our purchases, we will head towards my house, which is just a few minutes from Piazza Politeama. Here our experience will continue with the preparation of the dishes. Under my supervision, my kitchen will become the setting for your culinary creations.
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Ages 0-100, max of 10 per group
Duration: 5h
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Live guide: English, Italian
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- Complete menu from appetizer to dessert cooked together with wine and water at the meal
- Start:
- Via Volturno, 78, 90138 Palermo PA, Italy
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 134502P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 134502P1
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- jfiego0 contributionsSharing Sicilian cooking is Marco!As all other reviewers have raved about Marco, so do I. Marco was gracious to book me on a quiet Monday, despite being a sola student. Because I have some experience in the kitchen, I felt more like an assistant than an observer of his techniques; I learned so many “tricks” from Chef. Marco is skilled (of course!), warm, humorous, clear in his instructions, and very encouraging. Sharing our delicious meal together was the “sugar on top of the cannolo” (“icing on the cake”). Using Marco’s recipes and the videos and fotos I took as reminding guides, I’m planning to bring a few friends into my kitchen to see what we can do with some Sicilian dishes (with some Sicilian wine). “Good wine for drinking, and good wine for cooking!” ;-)Written 22 December 2022
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Thomas B
5 contributions
Oct 2024 • Family
So much fun! Marco is amazing, he truly loves what he does and has a genuinely warm and friendly nature. From touring the market to pick out the ingredients for the day's dishes to teaching us how to make fresh pasta, sword fish rolls and pistachio pesto, he kept us laughing and engaged.
The food was amazing, we learned some "secrets" of Sicilian cooking , enjoyed good wine and made new friends in a few hours.
We didn't want to leave!
Highly recommend!
The food was amazing, we learned some "secrets" of Sicilian cooking , enjoyed good wine and made new friends in a few hours.
We didn't want to leave!
Highly recommend!
Written 12 October 2024
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Kevin J
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Oct 2023 • Couples
My wife and I booked this cooking class as just something fun to do in Palermo on our Honeymoon to Sicily, but it ended up being our favorite activity of the whole trip! We would recommend this to anyone that is spending even just one day in Palermo! It was an absolute pleasure getting to learn from and spend time with Marco. He took time to show us around the market in the city, had us try some of the best and most authentic street food, and then walked us through the ingredients we collected for the meal we all cooked together in his home. When we were cooking together at his apartment, he really made us feel like family, even though we had only met just an hour prior. He was so welcoming, funny and gracious with us as he taught us how to cook this dish. And as for the food- the best eggplant parmigiana my wife and I have EVER tasted, and we got to cook it! We will definitely be booking another cooking class with Marco if we ever return to Sicily, and we will be recommending this to any friends or family that visit as well.
Written 16 October 2023
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Mel C
4 contributions
We cannot recommend this experience more! Marco is one of the most friendly and hilarious people we have met on our trip and the food we cooked was so delicious! He welcomes you into his home to prepare the dishes and made it a really fun, interactive afternoon. He changes the dishes each day depending on what the guests want and produce available, so we’ll definitely do this again next time we’re in Palermo! Thank you so much for your hospitality Marco!
Written 25 June 2024
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Karen E
San Antonio, TX55 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
Everything was fabulous! Marco was quickly responsive with emails ahead of event, met us at market and immediately made us feel like family. He has such a warm, humorous, knowledgeable, and flexible manner with all the people we had for the class. Watching him interact at the market - and being encouraged to interact - was fun! Our menu changed by the minute based on each person’s input, so everyone had opportunities to pick what they wanted. When we arrived at his incredible home, the table was beautifully set and he showed us family pictures before we went into his kitchen to cook. All concepts were made fun and to teach us correct technique, and everyone could participate with many things. Wine was shared, conversations flowed, and beautiful lasagna, caponata, and swordfish with orange was created! Then we all sat together to share the meal and give thanks to our gracious host, teacher, and new family friend. Grazie Marco!
Written 12 June 2023
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Krista D
1 contribution
Apr 2024 • Couples
Marco is a delightful chef who is happy to share his experience and knowledge with you. He creates a menu at the market based on what you ask for, and in a short time has everyone create and assemble an amazing meal. We had so much fun!
Written 1 May 2024
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Andrea M
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Friends
Our culinary experience with Marco was nothing short of AMAZING! A highlight if not THE highlight of our trip. Italian cuisine is my absolute favorite and taking a cooking class in Italy has always been a dream of mine. Marco exceeded anything I thought we would experience. I will continue to recommend Casa Di Cilla and Marco to family and friends and can't wait to bring my own family to experience this one day.
Marco was so lovely and such a joy to be around. He was kind, funny, is truly passionate about Italian cuisine, and is very knowledgeable. Walking through the market, learning about traditional foods and fruits, and tasting things as you go was one of my favorite parts. Everyone in the market knows Marco and you feel at home as you try delicious savory and sweet treats as well as some strong Italian Espresso. You really get an authentic experience. Afterward, you spend your day learning, cooking, eating so much delicious food, and enjoying wonderful company. Make the most out of your trip and book Casa Di Cilla, you truly won't regret it! Grazie mille Marco!
Marco was so lovely and such a joy to be around. He was kind, funny, is truly passionate about Italian cuisine, and is very knowledgeable. Walking through the market, learning about traditional foods and fruits, and tasting things as you go was one of my favorite parts. Everyone in the market knows Marco and you feel at home as you try delicious savory and sweet treats as well as some strong Italian Espresso. You really get an authentic experience. Afterward, you spend your day learning, cooking, eating so much delicious food, and enjoying wonderful company. Make the most out of your trip and book Casa Di Cilla, you truly won't regret it! Grazie mille Marco!
Written 23 December 2023
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Lorena Fijal
United Kingdom14 contributions
I very much enjoyed this cooking class and I can highly recommend it! First, we did a market tour to buy some ingredients, and we all headed to Chef Marco's house where the class was held. All of us in the class were given a very warm and hospitable welcome. We were taught how to make some classic Sicilian dishes and dessert. It is a very much hands-on class, which is what i had hoped for. This definitely made it more fun and interesting. I definitely enjoyed every minute of it. Chef Marco is a really good instructor and certainly knows his craft. He is very motivating and keeps an eye on everyone. I would definitely do this again!
Written 3 November 2024
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Samiamx_1999
Culver City6 contributions
Dec 2024 • Family
Marrrco is the best! After meeting, he asks you what you would like to make, and he then tailors the shopping and recipes to dishes that you select and want, you can’t lose! We all became chefs in his kitchen as he walked us through the preparation. Our 21 year old daughter finally picked up some knife skills that will serve her well for the rest of her life. Priceless! Marco is quite warm and friendly, and knows his way about the kitchen, as a professional, top flight, and seasoned level.
Written 18 December 2024
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Fuller H
Florence, SC13 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
My wife and I met Marco at the Capo outdoor market in Palmero. We were joined by three others. Marco was interesting and entertaining from the start. We went shopping in the market for the ingredients for our meal. Marco seemed to know everybody in the market. He kept giving us samples of meats and vegetables to taste. After finishing the shopping, we walked a few blocks to Marco's flat. His flat was spacious with high ceilings and marble floors. We gathered around a large table to start prepping the meal. We made fresh peso ravioli in a tomato sauce, a side dish made of eggplant, olives, capers, and celery. We also made swordfish rolls and finished with homemade cannolis. We spent about 3 hours prepping and cooking our meal. It was very hands on. Marco was so much fun to be around and has a passion for teaching others how cook. We sat family-style around the large table in the dining room and enjoyed the meal together. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the real taste of Sicily.
Written 14 November 2024
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Charlie G
7 contributions
Sept 2024 • Friends
This was hands down the best cooking class we've ever experienced. We arrived at the local market at 10am and were greeted by Marco. Luckily we had a smaller class of just 3 people, making it very intimate and special. We began by creating our menu while walking through the market and picking up the needed ingredients. Marco was very accommodating to my friend who wasn't a fan of seafood and made sure that the menu selected could substitute fish for another item. It was roughly a 4 and a half hour class in which Marco walked us through every step of the process and provided tips and tricks for cooking each dish.
Our menu consisted of Arinchina, Pasta (with tomato, swordfish, fried eggplant, and pesto), Swordfish Cakes, and Cannoli (stuffed with ricotta, pesto, and chocolate chips). Not only were we tasting every aspect of the dish at each stage but there was plenty of wine to go around! Marco creates an incredibly fun and entertaining environment to learn about Sicilian cooking techniques and dishes!
Highly recommend booking this as you won't regret it. Thank you again Marco!
Our menu consisted of Arinchina, Pasta (with tomato, swordfish, fried eggplant, and pesto), Swordfish Cakes, and Cannoli (stuffed with ricotta, pesto, and chocolate chips). Not only were we tasting every aspect of the dish at each stage but there was plenty of wine to go around! Marco creates an incredibly fun and entertaining environment to learn about Sicilian cooking techniques and dishes!
Highly recommend booking this as you won't regret it. Thank you again Marco!
Written 4 September 2024
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I don't believe there is a pickup. We met at the Capo Market. I'd suggest sending a message and see if you get a response.
Written 7 August 2023
In meinem Text hat es leider 2Fehler, kann man das korrigieren? 1.Einen Menü: sollte heissen: ein Menü. 2. Eikauf: sollte heissen: Einkauf!! Danke für Ihre Hilfe! katharina b
Written 3 June 2023
In meinem Text hat es leider 2Fehler, kann man das korrigieren? 1.Einen Menü: sollte heissen: ein Menü. 2. Eikauf: sollte heissen: Einkauf!! Danke für Ihre Hilfe! katharina b
Written 3 June 2023
Yes. We did. Capanata, pesto, stuffed artichoke, homemade pasta and canolli. Had fun and learned important techniques.
Written 4 June 2023
Hi! We are interesed to come to you i the beginning of October. But we are 8 girls. Is that possible? When does it start in the morgning? Best regards Tina
Written 6 September 2022
Hello, I'm trying to make a reservation, but the page shows an error. Is there a telephone number for contact in Italy?
Written 16 May 2022
You might contact Chef Marco directly at +39 388 698 8124
Written 13 June 2022
Our cruise ship does not arrive until 10:00. We may not be able to depart until 10:30 or so. If we arrived later, would be still be able to participate in your cooking class?
Written 6 April 2022
Roseneagle
Roskilde, Denmark
Is i okay for children? - two girls at 10 and 12 years Old.
Written 20 March 2022
They may not be able to partake in the wine but assuming Maestro is willing kids would definitely enjoy the experience!
Written 7 January 2023
Roseneagle
Roskilde, Denmark
Is it okay for chilierne - two girls at 10 and 12 years Old?
Written 20 March 2022
Hi! There are two options available at checkout...Acasadilla - £59 or Service" - £50 what is the difference?
Written 13 March 2022
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