Begin in Palermo, a city layered with beauty and decay, and settle into a five-star residence that echoes the grandeur of once-upon-a-time in Sicily. Over three days, you will visit three historic villas, each intricately tied to Il Gattopardo‘s narrative:
Following these aristocratic immersions, you will transfer inland to Regaleali, the Tasca d’Almerita family’s historic estate at the heart of Sicily, where the golden wheat fields and vineyards roll like time itself.
At Case Grandi and Anna Tasca Lanza’s Case Vecchie, culinary traditions come alive. Here, you’ll cook under the guidance of Fabrizia Lanza, dishes that echo the noble flavors of book, film, and series. Evenings at Regaleali are slow and sensual. Enjoy nature at its finest: wheatfields, olive trees, and al-fresco dining. It all culminates in a Gala Dinner, a table dressed in linen, candlelight, and elegant recipes that dance with stories.
Planned activities and schedules may change at short notice due to seasonal rhythms of life in Sicily.
Accommodation
5-night stay at Case Vecchie or in one of the nearby cottages.
Shuttle Transfer
Group shuttle service from/to Roccapalumba train station, upon request.
Meals
All meals are included. Lunch and dinner are served with wines from the Tasca d’Almerita estate. Typical menus and cooking lessons feature three or four courses.
Excursions
Guided visits and local experiences as indicated in the program.
Lessons
All cooking classes and other activities specified in the course schedule.
Transportation
Private transportation to and from Case Vecchie is not included. Take a look here to know what is the best way to reach us.
Flight
Airfare is not included.
Insurance
Travel insurance must be arranged independently by participants.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate guests with celiac disease or a vegan diet due to the limited availability of specific ingredients in our rural and isolated location.
Step into the lavish world of Il Gattopardo, the iconic novel by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa, through a five-night cultural and culinary immersion hosted by Fabrizia Lanza.
Il Gattopardo (The Leopard), written by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa, is considered one of the most important Italian novels of the 20th century. Published posthumously in 1958, the novel became an immediate literary sensation and was later immortalized by Luchino Visconti’s lavish 1963 film adaptation starring Burt Lancaster, Alain Delon, and Claudia Cardinale and again revisited through Netflix’s 2025 series.
This exclusive workshop offers a rare opportunity to explore the grandeur of Sicilian aristocracy and step back in time to discover the palatial homes, noble table traditions, and the landscapes that inspired this Italian classic. This is not merely just a retreat, it is a behind-the-scenes passage into the heart of Sicilian identity.
This workshop is designed for lovers of literature, gastronomy, and Italian history. Those who yearn not only to observe, but to enter the world of Il Gattopardo, to eat at its table, to walk through its pages, and to touch its enduring elegance.
Your host for this workshop will be Fabrizia Lanza, culinary anthropologist, writer, and director of the Anna Tasca Lanza Cooking School. Born into one of Sicily’s most storied noble families, Fabrizia is not only a bearer of the island’s gastronomic heritage but also a distant cousin of Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa. Her deep familial roots lend the workshop a unique intimacy. Fabrizia brings a scholar’s insight and a host’s warmth, guiding guests beyond the aesthetic pleasures of aristocratic Sicily into its cultural and culinary soul. Her guidance ensures that every villa visit, every meal, every glass of Tasca wine is layered with story, significance, and a quiet sense of legacy.
The majority of the website showcases the beautiful photography of Anne Embrun. Other photos are done by the Anna Tasca Lanza team and staff.
The visual identity and website were designed by StudioForward.