Oct 19-25, 2025
Gelato for breakfast. Evening aperitivos. Leisurely late-night meals: Lean in to the rhythms of Sicilian life with an unparalleled food bounty shaped by the Mediterranean and centuries of conquest and exchange. Many of Italian cuisine’s best-loved dishes are rooted in Sicilian soil—join us for a tour of some of the best ingredients and meals Europe has to offer.
Food Writer, Publisher, Raconteur
Katie Parla
Scout, Poet, Gourmand
Gonzalo Gil Lavedra
Overview
Gelato for breakfast. Evening aperitivos. Leisurely late-night meals: Lean in to the rhythms of Sicilian life with an unparalleled food landscape shaped by the Mediterranean and centuries of conquest and exchange. Many of Italian cuisine’s best-loved dishes are rooted in Sicilian soil—join us for a tour of some of the best ingredients and meals Europe has to offer. Our weeklong journey moves across the island for a deep dive into the cuisine and the cultures that continue shaping it. From the wine country around Mt Etna to the food markets of Palermo, embrace Sicily’s multi-faceted bounty. Light activity level. Meat-centric itinerary.
Guide
Food Writer, Publisher, Raconteur
Katie Parla, a native of what she calls the 21st region of Italy (that’s New Jersey), always dreamed of moving to Italy. And now, 20 years after she made the leap, she’s one of the foremost authorities on Italian food and drink, in all its thousand variations. You may have seen her guiding Stanley Tucci around Rome for his CNN show, or perhaps you’ve read one of her many books (the most recent, Food of the Italian Islands, is a banger). Either way, we’re thrilled she’s helping us showcase Sicily.
R&K Host
Scout, Poet, Gourmand
We first met Gonzalo Gil Lavedra in the smoky courtyard behind a family’s butcher shop in the meat-obsessed pueblo of Temozón, Yucatán. Referred to us by Noma chef René Redzepi, Gonzalo had sweet-talked the family into taking us all behind the scenes of some of the best smoked meat in Mexico. His unassuming charm, curiosity, and ability to talk his way into and out of just about anything have made him a perfect addition to the League of Travelers. A resident of Palermo and scholar of Sicilian lore, Gonzalo is an ideal host for this journey.
Etna Boutique Hotel
Relais San Giuliano is a charming 12-room boutique hotel at the foot of Etna Parkat the foot of Etna Park with perks like its “Sabbia Nera” spa with hammam and Jacuzzi. There’s an infinity pool too, of course, encircled by lush gardens. All in all, a perfect place to unwind from the day’s adventures.
Centuries-Old Farmstead
A 200-year-old Sicilian farmstead turned sustainably minded countryside retreat, Susafa aims to give guests a slice of traditional rural life in Sicily’s heartland. Framed by the Madonie mountains, there’s a cherry orchard and an olive grove and gardens where chefs harvest produce for the restaurant. And of course there’s a pool overlooking the rolling Sicilian landscape.
Palermo Heritage Haven
Built into the ancient Arab walls that have guarded Palermo since the 9th century, L’Hotellerie offers breathtaking views of the sea and Porta Felice, the historic gateway to Corso Vittorio Emanuele. The nearby Kalsa district, once the Emir’s citadel, is now a treasure trove of historic sites like the Church of Santa Maria dello Spasimo and Palazzo Abatellis. Elegantly outfitted with design pieces, restored antiques, and luxury amenities, L’Hotellerie exemplifies Palermo’s legendary hospitality, making it a perfect base in the city Goethe deemed “the most beautiful place in the world.”
Matt P.This trip exceeded anything I could have imagined. Food and sights were incredible. Our hosts were next level.
Carrie M.I did not anticipate the extent of our exceptionally curated tastings, the cultural authenticity and immersion of experiences.
TravelerThe personalities—their commitment to serve us like hosts, hang out with us like friends… I had an absolute blast.
June 8-15, 2026
Tuna hauled fresh from the sea. Cheesemaking that has no equal in Europe. Crystalline waters, lighthouse hotels, beautiful traditions from south to north on the island. Leading this culinary adventure is the celebrated food writer Eugenio Signoroni, promising a journey as rich in narrative as it is in flavor.
Editor of Osterie d’Italia
Eugenio Signoroni
Oct 25-Nov 1, 2025
This is a week of the prime cut of Northern Italy, from classic Torino to the rolling vinelands of the Langhe up to the high mountains of Valle d’Aosta. The story of this region in autumn is the story of osterias and ochre forests, white truffles and big red wines. This journey unfolds easily, sumptuously, from one day to the next, staying in the finest hotels and drinking with the most renowned producers as we dive headlong into the Very Beautiful Lifestyle of the north.
Acclaimed Food Writer
Eugenio Signoroni
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