Flavors of Sicily: wines, food & history

Fri Oct 10 2025 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-07:00

Istituto Italiano Scuola | San Francisco

Istituto Italiano Scuola
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Flavors of Sicily: wines, food & history
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Experience Sicily at IIS with a guided tasting of wines, authentic dishes, and the fascinating history that shaped this island.
About this Event

Sicily's cosmopolitan history is varied across its terrain — from grape varieties to your favorite dishes, they are all a culmination of thousands of years of various peoples and traditions.

In this class, under the expert guidance of , our partner from , we will taste some of Sicily's most ancient varieties, indigenous to the island, as well as a variety brought over from Northern Africa, though now considered quintessentially Sicilian. Most of the class will focus on western Sicily, as the ancient port town of Marsala served as the gateway for cultural influences from all over the Mediterranean and beyond!

A key topic will be the lasting influence of the Islamic reign and of the Moors from 827–1061, which we will not only discuss, but also taste in the wines and bites provided.


Da Bere

2022 Criante Cataratto Sicilia IGT

2022 Criante Grillo Sicilia IGT

2022 Vino Lauria Frappato Sicilia IGT

2022 Donnafugata Ben Rye Passito di Pantelleria

2010 Florio Marsala Virgine Riserva


Da Mangiare

Pasta al Cavolfiore Arriminato: pasta with cauliflower, pine nuts, raisins, and anchovy

Cassata: sponge cake soaked with marsala and spices, layered with sweet ricotta, pistacchio, and marzipan.


Open to all language levels. Don't miss your chance to savor these incredible wines. Reserve your spot now for an evening of great wine, rich history, and delightful company! Space is limited so register soon!


Special price for IIS Students: $55 per student.

*This event is only for those 21 years and older


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Istituto Italiano Scuola, 725 Greenwich Street, San Francisco, United States

Tickets

USD 60.54 to USD 71.21

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