
Artisan crafts and cuisine
A HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE OF LOCAL TRADITIONS
The soul of a city comes to life through the warmth of its people. In the streets and workshops. Folklore and flavors must be experienced firsthand.

THE PUPPET WORKSHOP
An ancient craft, the embodiment of love and tragedy.
Under the guidance of Master Puppeteer Daniel Mauceri you can make your own original puppet and learn how to put it in motion.
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Puppet-making
THE POTTERY WORKSHOP
Working with ceramics is one of the most historic and artistic crafts of all time. More than a memory, creating an object with materials that are directly from the earth is synonymous with giving and receiving.
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Ceramic pot and pinecone making


IN ORTIGIA WITH STORYTELLERS
You can't forget the music, the most intimate instrument for conveying sentiment and folklore. Listen to melodies and stories about local traditions, while strolling along the sea.
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Tour through Ortigia
LOCAL CUISINE
The cuisine of Algilà restaurant highlights and re-imagines local goods, for traditional and gourmet flavors.
Dive fork first into the many delicious delicacies that the streets of the city have to offer.

TRAVEL IDEAS AND ITINERARIES

TRAVEL IDEAS AND ITINERARIES
AN IMMERSION IN TRADITION
In 5 days you can:
Take a pottery class and make your own ceramic pine cone
Make a puppet with the Master Puppeteer of Ortigia
Visit the puppet theater
Stroll around Ortigia with a storyteller
Enjoy delicious meals in our restaurant
Eat in Michelin-starred restaurants
Savor the tastes of Sicilian street food