If you love the Italy of my novels why not come with me to experience it for real?
I’m partnering with travel specialists, Southern Visions, to put together week-long culinary tours for small groups of readers. The first ever Food of Love tour through south-east Sicily took place in May 2024 and you can read some of the reviews below. We had the best time with our wonderful Sicilian guide visiting the locations and tasting the flavours that inspired my novel The Food Of Love Cookery School, and truly bringing it to life!
Just like the characters in that story, each day we explored a new place and had a different food experience. And, of course, we spent time in the Baroque town of Modica, famous for its chocolate, and took a cooking class at the very school featured in the novel. The days were full but there was still time for shopping and relaxing beside the pool.
I can’t wait to do it all again! For details about future tours please sign up to my mailing list below.
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“I can’t imagine a better way to discover the magic of the culture and flavours of Sicily than the Food of Love tour. It was wonderful to experience the passion for the island and its culinary traditions through the eyes of local artisan producers. I’m already envious of the next group!”
– Karin Waldhauser, Switzerland
“Nicky’s ‘Food of Love’ Tour was not only a culinary adventure but an intimate insight into the Sicilian culture, lifestyle and history. It was a special way to bring the book to life. An unbelievable experience with a small group of wonderful people. W Exceptionally well organised with spectacular accommodation and the best tour guide in Sicily. A trip of a lifetime with my Mum and so much fun and laughter with Nicky and our new friends. The tour exceeded my expectations. Thank You Nicky for this unforgettable experience. Bring on the next tour!”
– Tracy de Nys, New Zealand
“Wow what a fantastic time l had on our tour with Nicky in Sicily. It was just like the food of love story, with all the amazing places we visited and friendly people we met along the way, including our handsome Sicilian tour guide, who we all fell madly in love with. What a great time, fabulous food and wine and having Nicky right there was amazing. Such a warm friendly person who joined in on all the fun. A very memorable experience.”
– Heidi Cooper, New Zealand
“We thoroughly enjoyed our tour, the small number of participants made it personal and fun. Our tour guide Francesco was caring and informative with history and legends from the area.
The hotels and the food provided were of a very high standard and we enjoyed the cooking classes immensely. Thanks Nicky for writing The Food of Love Cookery School and then bringing it to life for us.
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– Jane and Rob McLachlan, Australia
“The tour was fabulous from start to finish. Everything was arranged, transport, accommodation, most meals, and daily events. The accommodation was luxurious and the events were enormous fun. Our tour guide was so helpful and charming, he made the tour stress-free and provided so much insider knowledge on the history and culture of Sicily. Nicky was a wonderful hostess and was with us for the entire trip. I would highly recommend the tour to anyone considering attending.”
– Grainne McAnnalley, New Zealand
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