Sicilian culture and sustainable farm experience in Catania, Italy

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  2026 

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  • Description

    Description

    We are Mimmo & Margherita, and we live in Catania (Sicily), in the historic center.
    We have three daughters: the two older ones live in Milan, and the youngest, 19 years old, lives with us and is still attending university.
    We created a social promotion association, which focuses on environmental education and agriculture through a permaculture project.
    We are not vegetarians, but we eat meat only once or twice a week. We place great importance on consuming organic, local products with a short supply chain, and we also have some of our own small productions. Mainly, we produce citrus fruits, but we are gradually adding other fruits (including some tropical plants) and other activities such as beekeeping and raising chickens for egg production.
    Since Mimmo retired, we have also started other projects, such as a partnership with a school to host adult students who want not only to learn Italian but also to experience Sicilian culture and enjoy a vacation full of experiences. We also organize cooking classes.
    We have had many hospitality experiences, including as exchange students, which allowed my daughters to have similar opportunities and learn new languages.
    We need a lot of help in the farm throughout all seasons, so we prioritize this type of hospitality.

    Siamo Mimmo & Margherita, viviamo a Catania (Sicilia), in centro storico.
    Abbiamo tre figlie, le due più grandi vivono a Milano e la più piccola, 19anni, vive con noi e frequenta ancora l'università.
    Abbiamo creato una associazione di promozione sociale, che si occupa di educazione ambientale e agricoltura con un progetto in Permacultura.
    Non siamo vegetariani ma mangiamo solo una due volte a settimana carne. Ci teniamo molto a mangiare prodotti biologici locali e con filiera corta, abbiamo anche piccole nostre produzioni. Noi produciamo principalmente agrumi ma stiamo pian piano aggiungendo altra frutta (qualche pianta tropicale) ed altre attività come apicoltura e allevamento di galline per la produzione di uova. Da quando Mimmo è in pensione abbiamo anche altri progetti , come accordo con un scuola per ospitare studenti maggiorenni che vogliono oltre che imparare italiano conoscere la cultura Siciliana e fare una vacanza ricca di esperienze. Organizziamo anche cooking class. Abbiamo avuto molte esperienze di ospitalità anche come exchange student che ha dato la possibilità alle mie figlie di fare a loro volta esperienze ed imparare le lingue nuove. Abbiamo tanto bisogno di aiuto in campagna in tutte e stagioni, quindi diamo priorità a questo tipo di ospitalità .

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Vegetarian or vegan
    Politics / Social justice
    Sustainability
    Farming
    Culture
    Events & social
    Plant care
    Music
    Art & design
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Carpentry
    Outdoor activities
    Mountain
    Beach
    Sailing / Boating
    Hiking
    Nature
    Dancing
    Camping
    Adventure sports
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Learn the value of "family." Permaculture applies to the countryside, daily life, and relationships. Immerse yourself in Sicilian culture through the language, exploring the city with its monuments and unique natural landscapes. Don't miss a visit to Mount Etna and our sea!

    Conoscere il valore della "famiglia" .La permacultura che si applica in campagna come nella vita quotidiana e nelle relazioni. Immersione nella cultura Siciliana attraverso la lingua, la visita della città con i suoi beni monumentali e paesaggi naturali unici .Da non perdere la visita al vulcano Etna e al nostro mare!

  • Charity

    Registered charity

    This host is a registered charity in their country and is looking for volunteers to help with their project(s).

  • Help

    Help

    We need easy gardening tasks.

    Abbiamo bisogno di facili lavori di giardinaggio.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    Italian: Fluent
    English: Intermediate
    French: Intermediate
    Spanish: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Double room with private bathroom in our home. We live in the city center. Catania is a vibrant city with a wealth of scenic and artistic attractions. Bike parking is available in the garage with electric charging, as well as on-street parking and a camper with a designated area. Friends and family can stay for up to three days, with arrangements to be agreed upon.

    Stanza matrimoniale con bagno privato a casa nostra. Viviamo al centro . Catania è una città molto vivace e molto interessante dal punto di vista paesaggistico ed artistico. Possibilità di posteggio bici in garage con possibilità di ricarica elettrica, macchina in strada, camper con area attrezzata . Possibilità di ospitare max tre giorni amici e parenti con soluzioni da concordare.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    The "work" will be carried out in the countryside, in a location 7 km from our house, which is located in the city centre, where you will be staying.

    il "lavoro" verrà svolto in campagna, in una località a 7 km da casa nostra, che si trova centro città, dove alloggerete.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Non abbiamo limiti di spazio. C'è un'area attrezzata con doccia e compost toilet.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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A vibrant orange tree laden with ripe fruits stands amid tall, lush green grass and thick foliage, creating a fresh, lively, and natural scene in sunlight.
A cozy bedroom with yellow walls, wooden floors, a bed with floral sheets, chair, desk, fan, open doors leading to a balcony, and adjoining bathroom.
Bright orange mandarins hang from tree branches with lush green leaves. In the background, a person in a purple jacket harvests fruit into a yellow crate.
A group of people gathers in a cozy, art-adorned living room. Some sit on couches, others stand, as a harp and piano dominate the scene.
Four people are smiling and posing for a selfie outdoors on a sunny day, surrounded by green trees, with clear blue sky in the background. Joyful moment.
A group of people sit and smile outdoors under a tree, preparing fresh tomatoes together. They look happy, sharing a communal activity in a natural setting.
The image depicts a group of children and an adult exploring a wooded area, surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with the children appearing to be engaged in an outdoor activity.

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