YOUR HOST
Carlo Cracco
Destination
Pantelleria Island, Italy
Stay
4 Days / 3 Nights
DEPARTURES
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Special Seasonal Menu by Chef Carlo Cracco
Luxury Accommodation at Sikelia Luxury Retreat
Full-Board Menu
Welcome Reception & Daily Aperitivo
Vineyard Experience at Coste Girlanda
A Masterclass with Chef Cracco
Gourmet Picnic at Specchio di Venere
Fine Selection of House Drinks
Airport Transfers
Adults Only
Open for private bookings, enquire about this cinematic travel experience.
Each Satopia experience is uniquely crafted and never repeated.
Private bookings are available upon request.
RATES PER PERSON
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• Rates (EUR) per person / double occupancy
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MEET YOUR HOST
Carlo Cracco
“My philosophy is to transform an ingredient into emotion, into a dream, into a flavour that explodes with the senses.”
Born in Vicenza, Cracco attended hotel management school before training under the legendary Gualtiero Marchesi who is considered to be the founder of modern Italian cuisine in Milan. It was in Marchesi’s kitchen that Cracco learned and witnessed the birth of modern Italian cuisine first-hand. This kitchen would become the first outside of France to win three Michelin-stars. Cracco went on to work with Alain Ducasse at the Hotel de Paris in Monte Carlo and Alain Senderens at the Lucas Carton in Paris. Later on, Cracco brought back the knowledge and discipline he acquired back to Italy in 1991. Cracco then took over L’Enoteca Pinchiorri in Florence, which won two Michelin stars under his guidance. Soon after, Cracco opened Le Clivie in Piedmont, earning one Michelin-star.
With the allure of Milan as the magnet for Italian gastronomy too strong to resist, Cracco went on a partnership to open a restaurant called Peck-Cracco, which was awarded two Michelin stars. Soon the restaurant became known simply as ‘Cracco’, and it became his culinary home. After 17 years, the restaurant relocated to the most prestigious location in the city, in the prestigious Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, one of Europe’s oldest active shopping malls.
Cracco’s food made him famous, but his appearances on Italian TV have made him a star! Appearing on shows such as MasterChef and Hell’s Kitchen has sealed his place in the Italian national consciousness. In his latest popular cooking travelogue Dinner Club, Cracco travels with six Italian cinema and TV stars to eat, cook and rediscover specialities from six regions around Italy. Cracco has also written a series of cookbooks, including Cracco: Sapori in Movimento (Cracco: Flavours in Motion), and A Qualcuno Piace Cracco (Some Like Cracco), which delves into the archives of Italian regional cooking.
A Mediterranean Hosted Experience with Carlo Cracco in Pantelleria
CULINARY EXPERIENCE IN ITALY
Join Satopia Travel on a captivating journey, hosted by Carlo Cracco, to explore the magic of the island of Pantelleria, leaving you with a profound shared experience that will move and connect you to the vibrant spirit of this remarkable destination.
JOIN THIS EXPERIENCE TO EXPLORE
Curiosity
Reflect on what curiosity means to you and how it shapes your understanding of the world. Set your intention to gently explore new wonders and insights in a tranquil setting that nurtures your inquisitive spirit. Allow yourself the space to question, learn, and find peace in the quiet pursuit of knowledge. Embrace the serene journey of discovery and the calm joy of uncovering the unknown.
Pantelleria, known as the “Black pearl of the Mediterranean” is a unique and solitary island in the sea between Sicily and Tunisia. It is a land of contrasting colours with its black volcanic land, deep blue sea, green vines and white roofs of its ancient rural dwellings. The island’s exotic and remote atmosphere with its terraced slopes, rocky coves, twisted vines and hot springs have long made it popular with celebrities, such as Armani, Madonna and Sting.
This 4-day travel experience takes you to the heart of the Mediterranean, in the company of your host Carlo Cracco. A unique opportunity to meet and interact with Italy’s best-known chef and indulge in his daily creations.
Join Chef Cracco on a masterclass in the vineyards of Coste Ghirlanda to see and hear for yourself how one chef can create something completely new by drawing on traditions that are centuries old. A perfect afternoon at the estate around the winery for lunch and to sample the local wines and passito, made from Zibibbo grapes, grown nowhere else in the world.
Moments
EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS
Private Jet to Pantelleria
Upon request your experience can start with a private jet champagne flight to the island of Pantelleria is one of the Mediterranean’s least-known holiday spots. Hidden and solitary, in the sea between the coasts of Sicily and Africa, this is an ancient land whose people once worshipped Ishtar, the goddess of love. An island of contrasting colours, ancient rural dwellings and rocky coves. Upon request.
Sunset Aperitivo with Carlo Cracco
Time for an early evening aperitivo on the beautiful roof of Sikelia, to marvel at the golden sunset, with your host Carlo Cracco. Expect flowing sparkling wine and cocktails served with local cheeses and fresh seafood.
Dinner by Chef Diego Battaglia
Dinner prepared by the expert hands of Sikelia's Executive Chef Diego Battaglia, who skilfully combines Sicilian traditional recipes with an Arab and African twist.
Coste Ghirlanda Vineyard
The wine estate is situated in a valley in the centre of the island, with rows of its Zibibbo vineyards protected by the characteristic dry stone terracing, looking out towards Sicily.
Vineyard Private Lunch
Enjoy the authentic flavours of the island’s delicious and evocative cuisine and discover the best combinations of Coste wines and local produce.
Masterclass with Chef Carlo Cracco
World-renowned chef Carlo Cracco shares his artistic and creative process for cooking through his reinvented recipes on an outdoors cooking Masterclass with at Coste Ghirlanda.
Dinners by Chef Carlo Cracco
Dinner and wine pairing are designed and presented by your Michelin-start host Chef Carlo Cracco in a magical setting at Sikelia.
Enjoy Sikelia Luxury Resort
Enjoy your time at Sikelia to relax at leisure and enjoy the resort. Perhaps book a massage or some time around the pool.
Gourmet Picnic at Specchio di Venere
Specchio di Venere is a heart-shaped lake in a volcanic crater, fed by rainwater and hot springs that contains a special volcanic mud that is therapeutic to the skin.
Mediterranean Cruise
A cruise to discover the stunning landscape of Pantelleria with its coves and the hot springs studding the seabed just off the coast.
Where You’ll Stay
ACCOMMODATION
Luxurious retreat on a volcanic Mediterranean island.
Simple monastic architecture meets striking modernist interiors at Sikelia, a boutique retreat in a dramatic setting. Housed within porcelain-white dammusi, ancient stone buildings typical of this part of Italy, this is an atmospheric escape with effortless style.
High on a hill on the island, Sikelia is perfectly in harmony with both its history and surroundings of lava-strewn landscape. Expect crisp, clean lines and a muted, monochrome palette, high vaulted ceilings and archways, as well as a gorgeous palm-lined pool. The stylishly decorated suites take inspiration from the island’s volcanic terrain, with eye-catching works by contemporary artist Gennaro Avallone.
Sikelia Luxury Retreat
Nestled on the windswept island of Pantelleria, Sikelia offers an enchanting blend of ancient charm and contemporary elegance. Created by visionary entrepreneur Giulia Pazienza Gelmetti, the property combines luxurious accommodations with the island’s rich cultural heritage, ensuring an unforgettable and rejuvenating escape
FACILITIES INCLUDE
INDOOR FACILITIES INCLUDE
Double/Twin/Single Room Options
Daily housekeeping service
Restaurant
Lounge/bar
Air conditioning
Spa/Massage
OUTDOOR FACILITIES INCLUDE
Outdoor Pool
All inclusive experience
What you need to know.
Closest Airport: Pantelleria Airport (IATA code: PNL) is the nearest airport, conveniently located just about 20 minutes away from Sikelia Luxury Retreat.
Activity Level: Relaxed – Light physical activity; mostly leisure and relaxation.
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