Traditional Sicilian Arancine Cooking Class with local Chef

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Earliest Date Available: November 4, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.
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3 hours
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Max 6 guests
Location
Duration
3 hours
Group size
Max 6 guests

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An immersive cooking class exploring the origins and secrets of arancine, a symbol of Sicilian tradition. Under Ileana’s expert guidance, guests will prepare the classic butter filling and observe the preparation of the risotto, an essential step for achieving perfect arancine, as well as the shaping and filling of the golden rice balls, which will then be cooked using traditional techniques. At the end of the class, guests will enjoy freshly fried arancine accompanied by an excellent Sicilian wine, and will receive a digital recipe to take home and recreate the flavors of Sicily.
COMMUNICATE INTOLERANCES DURING THE BOOKING
Meals
Sicilian wine and water
Private transportation
They will prepare traditional arancine in the two classic variations: meat and cheese, and ham. Guests will discover how to make saffron-infused rice, then complete the process with frying and tasting the arancine. An excellent Sicilian wine will accompany the entire experience, ending with a toast to Sicily.
Meeting Point

Via Partanna Mondello 83, Via Partanna Mondello, Palermo Città metropolitana di Palermo Sicilia, Italy, IT, 90151

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in front of S. Canale Street
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This experience ends at the meeting point.

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A9272BWmariamOctober 2026 • TripAdvisor
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A DREAM!

Beautiful educational life experience, I invite everyone to participate, now my arancini are UNBEATABLE!

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Response from ViatorOctober 20, 2026

Grazie per avere apprezzato ogni suggerimento. Arancine for business! :)

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albatE266ZYOctober 2026 • TripAdvisor
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A wonderful cooking experience 😍😍😍

The arancine experience with Ileana has been the best of fun! Her warm welcome, the care she put in making everything run smoothly, the patience and the expertise, everything was there to have a beautiful (and useful!) experience. Combining friends, good food and wine, learning something new…the perfect recipe for good life!!!

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marissa2653May 2026 • TripAdvisor
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An absolutely wonderful experience.

This morning I went to a cooking class that turned out to be one of the best experiences I’ve had in a long time. The host met me right at the door with genuine warmth. From the first minute she made me feel completely at ease, like I was visiting a friend’s home rather than taking a formal lesson. She walked me through to her outdoor kitchen, and everything was set up beautifully — clean, organized, and clearly ready for a hands-on session. What really stood out was her as a teacher. She’s in...read more

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Response from ViatorMay 25, 2026

Marissa thank you for your kind words. I hope to meet again very soon

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jenniferoX8588VMMay 2026 • TripAdvisor
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Excellent cooking experience. Highly recommend

We had a wonderful experience learning how to make arancini. The chef was professional and attentive, carefully accommodating a member of our party who has celiac disease. We cooked so many arancini that they served as a delicious and filling dinner as well. We can’t wait to recreate this classic Sicilian dish at home!

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Response from ViatorMay 25, 2026

Meeting your family was really lovely. I'm glad you enjoyed everything, but especially that Errol enjoyed your arancini. Un grande abbraccio dalla Sicilia

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Marissa_SMay 2026 • Viator
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Absolutely wonderful experience.

This morning I went to a cooking class that turned out to be one of the best experiences I’ve had in a long time. The host met me right at the door with genuine warmth. From the first minute she made me feel completely at ease, like I was visiting a friend’s home rather than taking a formal lesson. She walked me through to her outdoor kitchen, and everything was set up beautifully — clean, organized, and clearly ready for a hands-on session. What really stood out was her as a teacher. She’s in...read more

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Response from ViatorMay 25, 2026

Grazie ancora Marissa. E' stato un piacere incontrarti,

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