Donna Carmela Resort & Lodges

Take a moment to slow down and unwind at Donna Carmela’s peaceful swimming pool, hidden within a lush garden of centuries-old olive trees. Surrounded by greenery and Sicilian sunlight, the pool is the resort’s calm heart — a place to refresh, read or simply let time drift.

The air carries the scent of citrus and salt from the nearby coast, while soft water invites you to float and forget the world for a while. Whether you seek solitude or gentle company, the pool offers pure relaxation shaped by nature’s beauty.

Step into the kitchen with Chef Piergiorgio Alecci and explore the flavours and stories behind traditional Sicilian cuisine. Using zero-kilometre organic ingredients from the resort’s gardens, you’ll learn to prepare classic dishes that celebrate simplicity and taste.

From aromatic herbs to rich olive oils, every ingredient tells a tale of the land. Under the Chef’s guidance, discover old techniques while sharing in Sicily’s warm, communal approach to food. The experience ends with a meal of your own creations — a true celebration of culture and the joy of cooking together.

Join master barman Giuseppe Costanzo at the Rizo Bar for an engaging cocktail class inspired by Sicily’s gardens. Surrounded by herbs and citrus trees, you’ll learn to prepare three signature drinks using seasonal ingredients freshly picked from the resort grounds.

Discover the balance of flavour, fragrance and colour that defines Sicilian mixology, guided by Giuseppe’s expertise and passion. The class ends, of course, with a tasting of your creations — the perfect blend of craft, freshness and fun. Each sip captures the island’s spirit: colourful, aromatic and made to be shared.