Cooking Classes in Isnello
Discover Sicilian Flavors with Enrico
Discover the flavors of Sicily with Enrico’s cooking classes: tradition, technique, and passion


Why choose Enrico's cooking classes in Isnello?
Cooking isn’t just about combining ingredients—it’s a journey through stories, landscapes, and traditions. With Enrico Pantorno’s private lessons, you’ll experience Sicily with all your senses, going beyond the simple plate.
Become a chef for a day
Mix, fry, and decorate authentic Sicilian dishes under my guidance—you’ll craft each recipe yourself, from appetizer to dessert.
Zero-km flavors
Only fresh, local ingredients: Bronte pistachios, Pachino tomatoes, and herbs from our garden. The authentic taste of Sicily.
Millennia-old traditions
Every dish tells a story of Arab, Norman, and Mediterranean influences, which you can discover firsthand at the stove.
Celebrate the Sicilian way
Enjoy Etna wines or handcrafted liqueurs, while learning how to match them with the dishes you’ve made.
Choose Your Menù
You can choose to cook with me in my countryside home among olive trees and vineyards, or in your own villa in Sicily. Together, we’ll prepare traditional dishes with fresh ingredients, or a tailor-made menu to suit your tastes.
Cooking Class: Journey through the Mediterranean
A cooking lesson that combines Sicilian recipes with Mediterranean influences, to discover new pairings and traditional techniques.
APPETIZER
Flavors of land and sea
- Crostini with caper and anchovy pâté
- Orange, fennel, and black olive salad
- Primo sale cheese with rosemary honey
FIRST COURSE
Handmade pasta
- Fresh tagliolini with tuna bottarga, lemon zest, and toasted breadcrumbs
MAIN COURSE
Tradition revisited
- Chicken leg marinated in citrus and spices, slowly cooked with caramelized red onions
DESSERT
Sweet pastries
- Almond pastries with orange zest and pistachios
Cooking Class: Sound of Sea
A personalized cooking lesson where we’ll prepare traditional recipes together, using only fresh, local ingredients, to experience Sicily through its flavors.
APPETIZER
Selection of small bites
- Chickpea panelle with lemon and black pepper
- Baked ricotta with citrus honey and chopped pistachios
- Green olives seasoned with aromatic herbs
FIRST COURSE
Handmade pasta
- Fresh cavatelli with cherry tomato, eggplant, and basil sauce
MAIN COURSE
Mediterranean tradition
- Stuffed calamari with breadcrumbs, pine nuts, and raisins on a pea cream
DESSERT
Sweet finale
- Almond granita with Sicilian brioche
Cooking Class: Flavors of the Sicilian Countryside
A culinary experience designed just for you: we’ll customize the menu together based on your tastes and the seasonality of Sicilian ingredients.
APPETIZER
Selection of local specialties
- Eggplant caponata with toasted almonds
- Fresh ricotta with citrus honey and pink peppercorns
- Tuna carpaccio with Mediterranean herbs
FIRST COURSE
Handmade
- Ravioli filled with ricotta and marjoram, with butter, sage, and Bronte pistachios
MAIN COURSE
Tradition and creativity
- Citrus-marinated swordfish skewers with caper sauce
- Or chicken bites with sweet spices and crunchy almonds
DESSERT
Delicious finale
- Almond semifreddo with Modica chocolate and chopped pistachios
Cooking Class: Sicilian Garden & Sea
A culinary journey that combines seasonal vegetables and seafood delights, for a light yet richly flavorful cooking class experience.
APPETIZER
From garden to table
- Warm grilled eggplant salad with mint and almonds
- Confit cherry tomatoes with salted ricotta and fresh basil
- Pane cunzato with extra virgin olive oil and wild oregano
FIRST COURSE
Traditional pasta
- Fresh busiate with red prawns, zucchini, and lemon zest
MAIN COURSE
Local catch
- Seabream fillet with herb crust, served on sautéed spinach
DESSERT
Fresh and light
- Seasonal fruit salad with lemon granita

Who I am
About me
Cooking isn’t just my profession — it’s my deepest passion, my way of connecting with people and telling the story of Sicily through its flavors.
I’m Enrico Pantorno, a Sicilian chef, in love with my land, its local ingredients, and the traditions that make our cuisine truly unique.
My journey has taken me from the vibrant markets of Thailand to Nordic fine dining, and into the bustling kitchens of the Middle East, enriching my culinary vision and blending it with the soul of Sicily.
Today, with my cooking classes in Sicily, I aim to do much more than teach recipes: I want to create special moments that bring families, couples, and groups of friends together around a table, with freshly filled cannoli, glasses of Etna wine, and stories full of history and tradition.
My goal is simple: to share emotions, make you fall in love with the authentic flavors of Sicily, and spread the warmth of our Mediterranean hospitality, wherever I go.
EXCELLENT Based on 99 reviews Sian Steggles2025-08-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Enrico and all the family were exceptional Such a home from home experience in an authentic feel. Enrico is a very professional and knowledgeable chef and cooking with Nonna is extra special. ny avin2025-08-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful evening with great food, history of Sicilian food. Each dish was wondeful and served so nicely. Perfect evening, highly recommanded. Great experience Thank you! Liat Myers2025-08-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was incredible!!!! Enrico and his mom were such an amazing pair. The food was incredible AND the stories were such a bonus. Highly recommend!!! Miri Yatziv2025-08-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic dinner. Amazing food and wonderful stories. Great evening altogether. Getting to know Sicily better via good and history dror yavin2025-08-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic dinner not only because of the food because of the story's (and the food) Anusha Singh2025-08-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was my favorite experience from our trip! Enrico and his mother plan a wonderful multicourse authentic Sicilian meal in your home or airbnb. They share interesting personal family stories and histories for the each dish and tips for how to make some of it yourself too. Don’t hesitate to book it! Julia Janco2025-08-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chef Enrico was amazing! Food was delicious, it was a great experience. Highly recommend. Andrew Liebendorfer2025-08-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Enrico is fantastic. Really lovely meal. The food was delicious, and Enrico does a great job serving the food, explaining it all, and overall, he is very sweet and genuine! Désirée Bernunzo2025-08-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Esperienza straordinaria con lo chef Enrico. Simpatia, cordialità e professionalità strepitose! Cooking class illuminante dove ci ha insegnato tecnica e segreti per fare una pasta fatta in casa buonissima per poi stupirci con le sue preparazioni di antipasti e dolci veramente squisiti! Abbiamo ricevuto anche un e-book con le ricette e procedimenti delle squisitezze che ci ha preparato! Consigliato per vivere una giornata di divertimento e gusto!
Languages

Italian

English

Spanish
Create Sicilian dishes and unforgettable memories.
A cooking class designed just for you, where you knead, taste, and experience true island hospitality. Together, we’ll prepare traditional dishes with fresh local ingredients, raise a glass of fine wine, and share stories infused with the essence of Sicily.
Safety, Quality & Inclusive Cooking
To ensure a safe and inclusive dining experience for all my guests, I have completed:

HACCP Certification
Complying with European standards for food safety and hygiene

Certified in Gluten-Free Cooking
Safe and delicious meals for celiac guests







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