Agrigento: Cheese Factory Tour and Tasting
Province of Agrigento, Sicily
Discover the art of cheese-making at a traditional factory in Agrigento. Learn about the ricotta-making process, enjoy a tasting of Sicilian cold cuts and cheeses, and sip on a glass of wine.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the art of cheese-making at a traditional factory
- Learn about the ricotta-making process and the crafting of primo sale
- Enjoy a tasting of Sicilian cold cuts and cheeses with a glass of wine
- Choose the premium option to access the cheese aging room and get a gift
- Experience the magic of hand-stretched mozzarella and rich aromas
Description
Begin your tour by stepping into the heart of a traditional cheese factory in Agrigento. Immerse yourself in the art of cheese-making, rooted in time-honored family traditions.
Learn about the process of crafting primo sale cheese and ricotta, using raw milk from pasture-raised animals. Discover the secrets of hand-stretched mozzarella and experience the rich aromas and timeless craftsmanship of Sicilian cheese-making.
Depending on the option you choose, sample the factory's products and enjoy a final aperitif, accompanied by a small gift.
Includes
- Breaking the curd and forming the Primosale cheese
- Ricotta making process
- Tasting of products
- Access to the cheese aging room (Premium only)
- Tasting with a platter of Sicilian cold cuts and cheeses (Premium only)
- Glass of local wine (Premium only)
- A special cheese gift to take home (Premium only)
Excludes
Everything not mentioned in the inclusions
Important Information
- Accessible for wheelchair users Please wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing, and tie your hair back
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Frequently Asked Questions
You'll learn traditional Sicilian cheese-making techniques, including ricotta and primo sale production, and enjoy tastings of local cheeses and cold cuts with wine.
The cheese factory is situated in Agrigento, Sicily, known for its longstanding dairy traditions.
Tour duration may vary; check the website for current schedules and availability.
Yes, a glass of wine is included to complement the tasting of Sicilian cheeses and cold cuts.
Access to the cheese aging room is available if you choose the premium tour option.
The premium option includes entry to the aging room and a gift to take home from the factory.
The tour is led by local experts sharing family traditions of Sicilian cheese-making.
You'll taste traditional Sicilian cheeses such as ricotta, primo sale, and hand-stretched mozzarella.
Yes, the tour includes demonstrations of ricotta-making and the crafting of primo sale.
Visit times vary seasonally; check the provider's website for updated opening hours and tour availability.
