Make & Taste Sicilian Desserts in Palermo – Learn Cannoli & More

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(3 reviews)
Palermo, Italy

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Immerse yourself in the centuries-old pastry traditions of Sicilian convents with this exclusive baking class in Palermo. Held in a stunning location overlooking the port, this unique experience will take you on a journey through history, devotion, and craftsmanship.

Your host will guide you through the preparation of three iconic Sicilian desserts, each with a story rooted in monastic cuisine and Sicilian culture.

As you bake, you’ll uncover the secrets of convent pastry making, where tradition, spirituality, and Sicilian ingredients come together in a unique culinary art.

Example Menu

Dessert

Castelbuono Turk’s Head

A rich dessert with milk cream, cookies, cinnamon, and dark chocolate, prepared in a special family recipe passed down through generations

Dessert

Blood Orange & Mint Frost

A refreshing and fragrant Sicilian delicacy, showcasing the vibrant flavors of the island

Dessert

Classic Sicilian Cannoli

Learn the authentic technique to make the perfect crispy shell and creamy ricotta filling, just as the nuns did in their convent kitchens

What's Included

Step-by-step guidance on making three historic convent desserts
Insights into Sicilian monastic baking traditions
Hands-on Sicilian pastry class in a scenic Palermo location
Tasting session featuring your homemade Sicilian pastries

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This experience will be held in a local's home and for privacy reasons, you will only receive the full address of your host after you have booked.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Step into the sweet traditions of Sicily with an exclusive pastry class in Palermo, overlooking the port. Learn the ancient baking secrets of Sicilian nuns, preparing three historic convent desserts, including the Turk’s Head, Blood Orange Frost, and Sicilian Cannoli

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
Supplied by Cesarine: Cooking Class

Tags

Cooking Classes
Small Group
Food & Drink
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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