I was fortunate enough to spend 4 days with Chef Massimo as part of my Road Scholar tour. He is fabulous! We not only learned how to cook his wonderful recipes but, also, how to shop for the freshest food in the market. We had seasoned chefs and novices in our group and he made everyone feel welcome. We all participated in every part of preparation. And after we cooked, we sat out on his veranda overlooking the water to eat the amazing food. Massimo is a terrific chef, a very good teacher, and a lovely man. I highly recommend him.

I cannot tell you how fabulous it was. Chef Massimo came to out villa and prepare dinner for 3 couple. Don't hesitate - he was the best. The food was amazing. We had rented a villa in Cortona. Not only was the food more than we could eat, everyone says that is by far the absolutely best thing we did during the week were there. He has a great personality and his partner Alessandra just add to how wonderful the entire evening was.

Our group had 4 classes with Chef Massimo and all were fantastic. We learned what to select for the menu, how to prepare the food and then the best part...we got to enjoy the dinner. Sicily has a great chef who is a gift to the island. We will treasure our experience.

We learned a lot and had lots of fun! The food was good, too. Chef Massimo was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable.

We had a wonderful experience with Chef Massimo. I learned so much about selecting fruits and vegetables and fish that I had never known after years and years of cooking. And the techniques we learned for making sauces and pastas and dishes was amazing. It was a lot of fun and he has a very vibrant personality. Highly recommend it for a cooking class. It was a wonderful way to spend the day in Taormino.

The cooking experience with Chef Massimo was, without a doubt, the highlight of our week’s holiday in Sicily. From helping us choose the freshest food from the market, to guiding us through the food preparation, Massimo was so enthusiastic, helpful and engaging, that it was a delight to take part. The best bit was, of course, the opportunity to sit down and eat the wonderful food which he had helped us prepare. I can’t recommend the experience highly enough.

I will only tell you what you have read already and its true! Chef is not only an amazing Chef, he is an exrodianry teacher. Let me emphasize teacher because he helps you understand what you are doing and why, then he makes it fun. I’ve been to many classes before and this one really stands out. You will walk away knowing you can cook this and excited about it. Then we can add the fact that his home sits on a hill overlooking the ocean and its just magical. Really recommend doing this with friends or any way you can get in to spend time with him.

Absolutely AMAZING family dinner with Chef Massimo! His food was fantastic & he was so informative about the area!

We had the most wonderful evening! Chef Massimo is the consummate host! He met us in town and we walked just a bit to his kitchen space. Cocktails on the terrace with the option for dinner outside but we decided it was a bit too cold and opted for inside. All of his courses were an imaginative take on traditional Sicilian dishes paired with local wine. Each was more delicious than the last. Our company for the evening were new friends we had just met and a pair of lovely ladies from New York and New Jersey. Conversation was lively and fun! We had such a wonderful time and we’re so glad Massimo agreed to fit us in. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and can’t wait to come back again. Our compliments to the chef and such a terrific experience to have in Taormina. Highly recommend! Thanks Massimo for a great night!

Our dinner at Chef Massimo's home-style kitchen was not exactly what we expected, but a highlight of our trip to Taormina nonetheless. Our meal was largely prepped by other guests who started with the market visit and cooking class with Chef Massimo, then our group of 3 couples joined for the multi-course "festive meal" which had been finished off by Chef Massimo and his assistants. The food and wine was delicious and abundant. Chef Massimo was a delightful host. This was a most memorable evening in a charming setting. Highly recommend.

Massimo is really friendly and it definitely was the highlight of our Sicily trip. Can recommend this 110%

This class was soooooo much fun and the results were magnifico! Chef is personable and passionate. Completed meal was delicious. The food, the wine, the company and the chef made for a perfect experience.

Had a fantastic time cooking with Massimo 😊 Beautiful day beautiful people and a wonderful cook and delicious food... So glad the tour brought us to this cooking class delecioso...would do again it is a must do while in Taromina

Chef Massimo taught us so much about going marketing for the food and preparing the food!! Then we dined on the beautiful dishes we made in his picturesque patio!! It was a fun experience to have with my family and a few other participants that we enjoyed meeting! Chef Massimo is very engaging and shares his knowledge of cooking lovingly.

Our private dinner at Chef Massimo’s home was spectacular, unique and romantic. What a host! He was charming, made us feel totally spoiled and truly pampered by cooking us the most delicious multi-course meal in a private home with truly breathtaking views. He talked to us about the yummy local ingredients and cooking techniques used in each course and let us watch him work his magic in the kitchen but also let us have one on one time to really savour the special occasion. I cannot recommend this experience enough to add that wow factor to your holiday in Taormina. INCREDIBLE!