The Culture of Food in Sicily with Odette Williams
September 15-21, 2024
If you look on your bookshelf, you likely have one of Odette William’s books there. Simple Cake and Simple Pasta were both NY Times bestsellers. Australian-born Odette currently lives in Brooklyn and writes a weekly super fun column in the Wall Street Journal, Party Trick. Traveling with Odette is like being at one of her parties: she is the ultimate hostess.
Odette’s relationship with Italy is strong:
The moment I was old enough to travel, I packed my backpack and took off for Italy. The food and culture left a lasting impression. The minestrone in Florence, carbonara in Rome, and tortellini in Bologna. The emphasis on the quality of the produce and the simplicity of preparation became a north star for my own cooking. In 2021, I returned to shoot my New York Times Best Selling Cookbook, Simple Pasta, in Sicily. I became obsessed with this southern island. Eager to explore and learn more from local purveyors and food and wine experts, I’m thrilled to be hosting this tour in September. And I’d love for you to join me!
We are so happy that Odette has agreed to lead a group along with her as she explores Sicily. The tour has been curated by Sophie and I, and you will be accompanied by our colleague Salvatore, who is one of the best Sicilian tour guides we know.
You’ll be based in the romantic and ancient town of Ortigia and visit some of our favorite towns and villages while exploring the food, wine, and history of this part of Italy. The days will be full, and include activities such as visits to cheese makers, cooking classes, and olive oil tastings in ancient olive groves, sipping wine on the slopes of Mount Etna. It’s a side of Sicily that most visitors don’t access: You’ll be meeting and learning from the food producers, farmers, and cooks who form such an important part of the culinary heritage of this part of Sicily.
A few of the things you’ll be doing:
- Market walk
- Cooking class
- Guided tours of Noto and Ortigia
- Visit an almond farm
- Visit a winery on Mount Etna
- Granita tasting
- Day at an organic ranch
- Visit to an olive oil plantation
- Visit an archeological park in Syracuse
- and more…
Details:
When: September 15-21, 2024
Where: We’ll be based in Ortigia (Siracusa)
Who: The tour is limited to 12 guests
What: The tour is 6 nights and 5 very full days, with trips in our private 20-seat bus. But don’t worry, you’ll also have some down time in Ortigia, to explore on your own.
How: For more information, including the pricing and the full itinerary click the link below:
The Culture of Food in Sicily with Odette Williams
For more information or to book this tour please contact us at minchillitours@gmail.com
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