Cooking and hospitality in Sorrento!

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On the southern side of the Gulf of Naples, with a splendid panoramic position, stands Sorrento. According to tradition, the name derives from the Sirens, mythical creatures who enthralled sailors with their song. Perhaps founded by the Teleboi, the presumed conquerors of Capri, over the centuries Sorrento was subjected to the domination of many peoples: first the Samnites, then the Romans, the Byzantines, the Normans once dominated the land, also the Angevins, later the Aragonese and finally the Bourbons.

The peninsula was a favourite seaside resort for Roman nobility who built grandiose villas, some ancient villas still remain although now as ruins. In the 18th century, Sorrento underwent the reforms of Charles III, and in the 19th century became a favourite place for artists, men of letters, and musicians from all over the world who drew inspiration from the beauty of the surrounding landscape for their works. Boasting many varied and impressive options for vacationers, Sorrento is today one of the most famous and visited holiday centres in the region, and in the whole of Italy. It is also noted for its citric fruit production, especially lemons, as well as walnuts and exquisite wines.

Lace and woodcarving crafts, with their ancient origins, are also still flourishing. The beauty of the landscape inbetween emerald seas and green cliffs, the infinite allure of historical sites like Pompeii and Herculaneum, the warmth of the weather during the greater part of the year, is what makes the Sorrentine peninsula and the Amalfi coast ideal destinations for a perfect break. There are many ways to see the South of Italy. Culinary cooking courses are a great idea especially since most people love food, most of all Italian food, but do not really understand the difference of westernised Italian food and thier taste buds have never truely appreciated a real plate of spaghetti or risotto!

Mami Camilla will take you with them, as part of the family, to see this special world through the lens of its food, its artisans, and its culinary traditions. Sorrento is a town that has always known how to turn every stay into an unforgettable holiday. Mami Camilla want you to realise the importance of good nutrition found in the fresh tomatoes grown in the surrounding garden and home made products such as the fresh pasta. Respecting the nature you'll discover the truth behind reputation in Italy for good food and wine in their healthy eating habits. The cooking school is surrounded by three thousand square meters of fertile land.

This idyllic garden permits them to carry out different types of typical Mediterranean agricultural practices, from which they are able to produce a special kind of vegetable with incomparable tastes, colours, and smells. The vegetables are harvested just before the preparation of the meal, putting into practice our belief in the importance of raw materials for the preparation of various traditional dishes. Those interested can enrol in special courses to learn how to prepare the land, sow the seeds, follow the growth of the plant until it is ripe and ready to be picked. The school runs all year and all classes are taught in English and Italian and every day you will learn a different menu. Most of the dishes chosen can be easily made at home and the ingredients can generally be found in your country of origin. They are surprisingly simple to prepare yet are unforgetably flavourful and will have a profound effect on your future guests.

Their way of cooking has evolved over the centuries. The south of Italy has always been a Mediterranean base through which many civilizations have passed, giving to our land and likewise to our plates a touch of their traditions. Pizza is just one example: born in Naples, in particular the Margherita style today better known worldwide as plain cheese pizza, was first created in honor of Queen Margaret, wife of Umberto I, ruler of the Kingdom of the two Sicilies. Their mission is to teach their students the art of traditional southern Italian cooking, specifically those dishes rooted in our culture and way of life. In this way not only a cooking class is offered, but a piece of historical heritage. They also have mixed Italian Language and cooking classes arranged with special service for their guests. Mami Camilla offers accommodation in their Guest House, Villa or Hostel which guarantees a quality stay in Sorrento and welcoming home.

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