In Cottura è un home restaurant vegano a Palermo che offre piatti tradizionali siciliani italiani e internazionali davvero fuori dal comune. Piatti storici rivisitati in chiave vegetale utilizzando ingredienti freschi biologici e stagionali.
In Cottura éil futuro.

We had such a wonderful dinner here for my husband’s birthday. Finding an amazing vegan meal in Sicily isn’t always easy, so this was a real treat. It’s a small restaurant run from the hosts’ home, with a cosy dining space in their living room, and they really pulled out all the stops for us. We were served a beautiful three-course meal made with fresh, locally sourced organic ingredients, and every dish was absolutely delicious.

What made the evening even more special was how much care they put into everything. They surprised my husband with a homemade cannoli birthday cake, which was such a thoughtful touch and made the celebration feel really personal. The hosts were incredibly warm, the food was exceptional, and the whole experience was one we’ll remember for a long time.

We walked an hour from our hotel through the back streets of Palermo to reach this. It was worth the struggle.

We were welcomed like members of their family. The tables and seating were incredibly clean. The food was delicious and portions were generous. In our three course meal we got to try Sicilian classics like a vegan sfincione, pani câ meusa for starters, a vegan lamb pasta for mains and a hybrid pistachio/orange cannolo for dessert.

The language barrier was no issue because of the big smiles and positive vibes from our hosts (with translation apps as a backup). It felt genuine and authentic. They are champions of vegan food, and we would love to see their continued success.

One tip for tourists like us would be to order your Uber or taxi around 20 minutes before heading downstairs as it takes a while for them to arrive in the evening. Or you could do what we did and enjoy watching the neighbourhood cats play with leaves!

Even as a non-vegan, In Cottura was one of my favorite culinary experiences in Palermo! Katty and Maria Grazia make you feel like you’re stepping into your long lost family’s home and give you the most amazing welcome as if you’ve known one another your entire life. We ordered take out food from In Cottura and ate dinner at their place. Katty’s cooking skills are incredible and her food is absolutely phenomenal. I loved how she made traditional Sicilian dishes vegan - thé taste and textures really made everything so enjoyable. I recommend this place to everyone and hope to be back soon!!

I’m not always the biggest fan of vegan cuisine that tries to replicate non-vegan dishes. But I do recognize how important this approach can be, not only for people who’ve gone plant-based and miss those familiar, nostalgic flavors, but also for travelers like me who want to experience the local food culture of a place that isn’t naturally very vegetable-forward. I feel that it is a privilege to travel to Palermo and still be able to eat traditional dishes, including popular street foods, all plant-based.

That’s exactly what In Cottura Home Vegan Restaurant in Palermo offers. They’re reimagining traditional Sicilian dishes through a vegan lens, and doing it with so much care, respect, and flavor integrity. I was traveling with someone who’s not vegan and has eaten most of these same dishes in their traditional, animal-based versions, and it was fascinating to sit there together, taste, and compare. The essence was still there, those super Sicilian flavors, recreated with plants.

Take pani câ meusa, for example. In Palermo, it’s one of the most common street foods, made with calf’s spleen and lungs... not exactly vegan-friendly! Yet here, it appears transformed, with homemade seitan that captures the same texture and savory intensity, but in a completely cruelty-free way. The same goes for other classics like sfincione, pasta con le sarde, or arancino al ragù, dishes you’ll see everywhere in Palermo, now given a second life through compassion and, above all, tons of creativity!

If I could suggest one thing, it would be for the hosts to share a bit more context about the traditional dishes behind their veganized versions. For travelers who may not know Sicilian food that well, learning what these recipes usually consist of would make the experience even richer. It’s one thing to enjoy the food, but another to realize how thoughtfully it’s been reinterpreted. That kind of storytelling would help people appreciate even more the artistry that goes into creating vegan versions of such deeply traditional, meat- and fish-based dishes.

As for the experience itself, it feels like fair value for money, considering the quality, effort, and warmth that go into it. In Cottura isn’t just about food, it’s about hospitality. You walk in and immediately feel like you’re being welcomed into someone’s home, well, because you are! The atmosphere is relaxed and intimate, the food is prepared with heart, and the hosts are genuinely passionate about what they do.

Beyond running the restaurant, the women behind In Cottura also help locals with meal planning and veganizing their favorite dishes when they’re transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle. That really says a lot about their mission, and I feel that they’re not only wonderful cooks and hosts, but also wonderful educators and advocates for change in their community.

I left feeling impressed and so well-fed!! It’s one of those experiences that remind you how food can bridge tradition and innovation in the most delicious way. Super recommended, and I’d love to go back one day! A MUST for vegans or simply any curious foodies in Palermo!

An absolute essential experience for any vegans visiting Palermo. Warmly welcomed at the door to an atmosphere that can only be described as familial. Traditional Sicilian food recreated with care and passion, of course honourably vegan.

Don’t pass this opportunity up. These ladies have mastered their craft and have maintained the integrity of both their traditions and dedication to vegan food.

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via Francesco Angelino, 6, 90142 Palermo PA, Italy

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In Cottura è un home restaurant vegano a Palermo che offre piatti tradizionali siciliani italiani e internazionali davvero fuori dal comune. Piatti storici rivisitati in chiave vegetale utilizzando ingredienti freschi biologici e stagionali. In Cottura éil futuro.

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