Sicilian Farm-to-Table Experience: A Culinary Journey Through Tradition

About

Join our Sicilian family on an off-grid riverside farm for an unforgettable culinary journey rooted in tradition and sustainability.

Begin by harvesting fresh vegetables from our organic garden, then sip unlimited wine from our cozy cellar as you learn the art of food preservation. Step into the kitchen with Carlo & Jessie to craft ravioli from freshly milled wheat flour, using time-honored techniques.

Raise a glass to life as we celebrate Sicily’s rich wine traditions, then gather for a communal feast featuring cheese, olive oil, and wine tastings from award-winning local farmers. Dine under ancient trees by the river (weather permitting), and, if you wish, take a refreshing swim in the pristine waters on our land.

Throughout the experience, gain insight into 17 years of off-grid living, where we produce our own food and energy. We embrace all dietary preferences and warmly welcome families, couples, and friends to share in this special experience.

We can’t wait to share this special experience with you!

Note:

• Let us know if you need a ride—we can arrange pick-up!

Menu

Starters & Tastings

• Selection of Local Cheeses – Finely sliced and decorated with edible flowers.
• Baked Ricotta & Smoked Mozzarella – Drizzled with olive oil and fresh herbs.
• Olives – Green, purple, and black, including oven-roasted varieties.
• Bruschetta – Toasted bread with garlic, tomatoes, oregano, and olive oil.
• Honey & Ricotta – Local millefiori honey paired with fresh ricotta.
• Organic Olive Oil Tasting – Paired with fresh farm bread.
• Wine Tasting – Featuring organic wines from a friend in Pachino.

Main Course

• Handmade Ravioli – Crafted with freshly milled wheat flour, stuffed with ricotta or pesto.
• Grilled Seasonal Vegetables – Picked fresh from the organic garden.
• Polpette & Frittata – Traditional Sicilian bites prepared together.
• Tomato Passata – A farm-made slow-cooked tomato sauce.
• Freshly Baked Farmhouse Bread – Made from whole grain and bio white flour, sprinkled with sesame.

Desserts & Final Toast

• Seasonal Fruit & Nuts – Harvested from the farm.
• Homemade Cordials & Coffee – Including elderflower cordial and traditional Sicilian coffee.
• Sweet Ending Toast – Celebrating the joy of life with wine and a heartfelt Sicilian tradition.

Schedule

9:30 AM – Welcome & Farm Introduction

• Meet your hosts, Carlo & Jessie, and get an introduction to our off-grid farm.
• A short walk through the organic garden, learning about seasonal crops and sustainable farming.
• Harvest fresh vegetables, herbs, and flowers for the meal.

10:00 AM – Hands-On Food Preparation

• Gather in the outdoor kitchen and begin prepping ingredients.
• Learn how to make fresh ravioli with stone-milled wheat flour.
• Prepare traditional Sicilian starters, including bruschetta, olives, and cheese platters.
• Experience the art of food preservation with olive oil tastings and wine pairings.

11:30 AM – Cooking Together

• Cook the freshly made ravioli and tomato passata sauce.
• Grill vegetables, prepare frittatas, and bake ricotta.
• Sip unlimited wine while sharing stories and culinary traditions.

12:30 PM – Communal Feast

• Gather around the table for a Sicilian-style feast with farm-fresh food.
• Enjoy cheese, olive oil, and wine tastings from local award-winning farmers.
• Raise a glass to life and savor the moment.

1:30 PM – River Time & Relaxation

• Walk to the riverside for coffee, cordials, and dessert.
• Weather permitting, swim or dive into the natural spring-fed river.
• Relax under the shade of ancient trees.

2:30 PM – Farm & Cultural Exploration

• Learn about our off-grid lifestyle—how we produce our own energy and food.
• Visit the ancient water mill and explore the farm’s archaeological site.
• Hear stories of Sicilian traditions, wheat grinding, and wine-making.

3:30 PM – Farewell & Final Toast

• Wrap up the experience with a final toast, honoring the traditions of Sicilian hospitality.
• Say goodbye with full hearts, happy stomachs, and unforgettable memories.