Everything was 10/10 for the cooking class we booked!! The staff were super engaging and fun. We…read morehad a tour of their farm, picked from fresh veggies, then started the class. We drank, did a little cooking (mostly the staff), and were very entertained. Its a once in a lifetime opportunity, and I would highly recommend it if you're visiting the amalfi coast.

So glad we came here for dinner! $60 per person. Breathtaking view. Unlimited wine with unmatched…read moreenergy. 100% recommend !! Dress your best for the scenic pictures. Went on a girls trip and we originally wanted too book their cooking class. There was no availability so we booked a dinner reservation instead. Dinner was PLENTIFUL. Delicious. Lots of food. Started with appetizers ( spinach beans etc, then antipastas gnocchi etc then meats then dessert ) Service was soo good and had high positive energy. The ambiance was a hit and had the most beautiful view. They provide shuttle service in positano to arrive and also leave - ask them for directions and pickup spot. I don't think you can get up there by walking - it would be too steep and take too long - likely doesn't even have a pedestrian route. After dinner, their shuttle took us back down the hill and we took an additional bus back to our Airbnb in Praiano.

Il Ritrovo is an absolute gem in Positano, one of those rare spots where every detail feels…read moreintentional. The evening starts with their complimentary shuttle up the hill (a huge plus on those winding roads), and from the first greeting, the staff make you feel like family. We ordered a spread and every dish delivered. The truffle ravioli was luxuriously rich and silky, easily one of the best pastas I've had in Italy. The steak was perfectly seared and served with roasted potatoes and grilled vegetables in a creamy sauce, comforting yet refined. The bruschetta came loaded with prosciutto, shaved Parmesan, and sweet cherry tomatoes, simple but so delicious. Dessert was a highlight: their tiramisu, layered in a glass jar, was light, creamy, and paired perfectly with the complimentary limoncello and meloncello shots. They have an impressive wine cellar, and both the Brunello and Barolo we tried were fantastic; bold, smooth, and beautifully balanced with the food. From start to finish, Il Ritrovo blends warmth, authenticity, and flavor in a way that captures everything you hope an Italian dinner will be. Absolutely worth the trip up the hill.

Love loves it here what an experience. Driving here up the mountain was nervy but beautiful. This…read moreis a family place and they grown their own veggies etc. they're proud of their place. The restaurant is beautiful. The service and food were exceptional. You can walk across and see Thorpe kitchen and their beautiful vegetables. It felt like being at their home. I can't rave enough about this place. If you're here you must go!!!

The city of Sorrento is perched on a cliff overlooking the Bay of Naples and views for miles,…read morequaint cobblestone streets and shop filled alleys, detailed historic architecture and lemon & orange trees everywhere, I instantly fell in love! With the casual vibe of a seaside town, friendly people, exquisitely delicious food and fabulous local wine, it's impossible not to love Sorrento! My eight days there, whether exploring Sorrento itself or the surrounding areas, were glorious and already I want to return! The sherbert colored buildings, centuries old wooden and iron doors and detailed architecture line the streets and are a feast for your eyes. Make sure to walk along Via Correale with the upscale hotels and the best views of the pools and hotels built into the cliffs going down to the beach. To access the beach you need to take a lift from a hotel or on the west end of town, a public lift for $1 euro each way. It's totally worth it! There is also a path of switchbacks that takes you down. The beach is rocky and there are floating docks with recliners and stairs to the deep aqua blue waters. Lots of cafes down at water level, too. Views from the top are like a postcard or in todays terms, Instagram worthy. Treat yourself to lunch or dinner at one of the hotel restaurants. The food is fabulous and the atmosphere transports you. I recommend the Lorelei and it's outdoor patio with tables under white umbrellas and unparalleled views of Mt. Vesuvius. Or at the opposite end, sit under the lemon tree covered pergola at a table overlooking the cliffs and bathing docks below, the blue sky and the blue water of The Bay of Naples merging into one. Both meals were memorable and I will definitely be going back to both! In the heart of the city is I Giardini de Cataldo, a lemon grove with an entrance on the sidewalk of Via Corso Italia. You can wander and explore for free and try their limoncello and gelato, both available for purchase. Past the Piazza Tasso, the central square, there are narrow streets filled with shops, cafes, churches, museums, restaurants, and bars. The gorgeous centuries old doorways framed by hanging plants, bougainvillea, iron window boxes spilling over with geraniums, with and flag pendants and laundry hanging above. It is as charming as you have imagined, even better! Go down to the port and catch a ferry to the island of Capri where the boats in the harbor and pastel buildings great you. Many high end shops, restaurants and a boat ride to the blue grotto will be a full day. Hire a tour guide to drive you down the Amalfi Coast with stops in Positano, Rovello and Amalfi Town, each with their own beauty and charm. And lots and lots of steps and steep roads! The drive is incredibly beautiful but do leave the driving up to the skilled and experienced drivers. We also did a day trip to Salerno to visit a buffallo Mozzerella farm and have a farm fresh lunch; to Mt. Vesuvius to hike up to the crater; an afternoon taking in the wonders of Pompeii and this preserved ancient city; and a day in Naples where they truly have the worlds best pizza. Really! Even with all that, I had four full days in Sorrento and never ran out of things to do. There are cooking classes, which I highly recommend. Various tours. Lots of shopping. And too many restaurants to name! The food is some of the best in the world and it was surprisingly affordable especially the wine. Delicious pasta dishes for $10 and a bottle of wine for $8. I could live here! If Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast are not in your bucket list, they should be! Best time to go is early April or October as the summer months are super hot and the streets overflowing with tourists. We were there the last two weeks of October and it was sunny, 75-80 degrees, and blue skies every day. Plenty of people so you didn't feel like the town was isolated but never too crowded. Sorrento is a beautiful place in every way. Can not wait to return!

It's time for some travel inspo!…read more While Sorrento isn't an island, its location sits at a viewpoint of the Gulf of Naples and the surrounding iconic beauties of Southern Italy, like Mount Vesuvio. Here you'll find lemon and orange giardini (gardens), zig zags staircases, cobblestone roadways lined with lemon and orange trees, and beautiful historic architecture - all in a seemingly busy, however relaxed seaside lifestyle. With outdoor bistros and lots of conversation, you can't miss out on delectable food! I'll take you on a picture tour of Sorrento's residential streets, bayside, cliffside, shopping alleys, and some fun food. For the best experiences, when the countries open up, GO VISIT! (All my travel photos were taken 2019 pre-covid)

A Hamburger in Italy? Yes. We had been pizza and pasta'd out and thought why not a hamburger. We…read morewent with low expectations and were pleasantly surprised. It wasn't a traditional round hamburger but was instead on a Pannini roll. I took a suggestion on Yelp and ordered it "medium." I strongly encourage you to order "medium." It came with lettuce and tomato and a nice sauce. Since we are light eaters we split it and it was perfect for the two of us. We have not enjoyed fries in Europe because nothing replaces an Idaho Russet potato but these fries were very, very good. Bottom line, if you want a hamburger (sort of Italian style) this place is a good place to go. Don't hesitate in trying it out.

This was greatly service, friendly staff and a affordable eat. I'm only knocking a start because I…read morewish they asked how we wanted the meat prepared. But also my fault for not telling them! I didn't realize it would be so rare, my burger was a little too rare for my taste so it was hard to handle. My friends meal with fried chicken looked amazing and you could tell it was quality ingredients. I just wish I had a re-do on my order!

Frantoio Garguilo was another special experience while visiting Sorrento. We received a thorough…read moretour and explanation of the olive oil making process and tasting along with a mini cheese making class. We then got to enjoy a delicious lunch with an amazing view. It's not far from the center of Sorrento and worthy of a try.

We LOVED our cooking class with Luca!! If you're in Sorrento or nearby, you must do a cooking class…read moreor wine tasting here! We had so much fun and learned from the best. Lots of wine, home made gnocchi & eggplant parm, and dessert.

I take back my 4 stars and give this place a 2 stars. I'm generously giving it a 2 only because…read moretheir Chinese food is decent. Please do yourself a favor and go to a real sushi restaurant! This place is pathetic. My sushi roll had way too much rice. They could have probably made 3 other rolls with the amount of rice that was on this roll. One of the rolls I complained about it having too much rice and they just tossed it out and never replaced it. And can someone please school these people on how to properly cut sashimi?!

Great sushi. Not a traditional sushi buffet. You order items of the menu and they cook it as you…read moreorder it. The buffet is about 23 euro and u can pick from the sushi menu or Chinese menu. Both have good options and Taste Great

Our last stop before the airport. After two weeks in Italy we ended up here in Sorrento. It's a…read moremust stop for limoncello lovers our driver said. So we stopped and bought some limoncello and snacked on few things. Great views to enjoy while having a drink. Friendly staff and great customer service. Overall a great place to shop while in Sorrento. I did not want to leave.

This is one of the area tour stops for a break and short tour of the Limoncello distillery. Quick…read moreexplanation of the production process which turns out is quite simple. It's all about the area's certified Lemons which are huge. Grappa lemon and Limoncello shots were provided (both were tasty) Bottles and souvenirs for sale slush, Spritz cocktails, chocolates and gelato also available. Nice terrace with a view -although better to use the crosswalk and go across the street for the best view of Sorrento.

Amazing food, atmosphere and people can't recommend it high enough deserves a solid 10! We had…read moreeverything on the menu zero disappointments the chef really delivers!!!!

Our stay at Excelsior Parco was very relaxing and beautiful. The staff went above and beyond to…read moretend to all of our needs and requests from the moment we arrived in Naples airport. Gaia was very helpful and always working to accommodate.

It's hard to miss when you're walking around. I have no idea how long they've been around, but they…read morelook like one of those "I've been around for 200 years but recently got a facelift" type of vibe. SFLOGLIATELLA is one of the signature items. It's crispy, thin, and has a crunchy texture. I sampled many of these throughout Naples, and liked the one from this place the most. Now that I think about it, it looks like a gigantic Turtle chip. Pro tip: go in the morning versus night time--it tasted way better fresh. Also, I think they can heat it up for you so that it's slightly warm. I got asked one time and not the second, so when they speak Italian and you have no idea what they're saying, just give them a nod. They might be asking if you want it heated up.

Dessert before dinner, always a winner…read more Ok that's not really a saying, though on the evening I dropped by La Sfogliatella Mary, it worked out! With Naples being the birthplace of sfolgiatelle, this shop (or stand really) popped up on several travel websites as one of the better places to try this local pastry. Located at the western entrance to the Galleria Umberto I arcade, it's a popular stop for both locals and tourists. While there wasn't a line, a steady flow of people came by to pick up treats. On a Saturday evening the crowds were out in full force, though since they close at 8:30pm, around 8pm they were starting to prep for closing, taking out some of the remaining pastries from the display. Fortunately I arrived when they were still taking customers, and the cordial staff was quick to grab a sfogliatelle riccia €2.50, ask if I was eating it here or taking it to go, heating it up slightly then passing it in a wax paper wrapper sprinkled with powdered sugar. While it looks similar to a lobster tail pastry, the texture is different and they originate from different parts of Italy. This spot offers both types of sfolgiatelle--the Riccia version: deep-fried, layered, with a crunchy outer shell shaped like a conical shell, and the Frolla version: similar filling with a tender short crust pastry shell in a rounded dome shape. Both are served warm with a sprinkle of powdered sugar. They also serve a variety of other traditional baked goods like pastiera, baba rum, zeppola forno, frolla sorrentina. Biting into the sfolgiatelle, the crunch factor was immediate, nothing subtle about that first bite of texture! The fragrance of orange permeates thru the ricotta filling, I'm a fan citrus infused desserts and really enjoyed the tidbits of candied orange peel and brightness coming thru. There was a generous amount of filling inside, so generous I wish there was more shell to balance it out! It was also on the richer side, especially with the pastry being fried, and the shell felt a tad more oily than I prefer. In general, from eating at other pasticerrias several days in the region, seems the typical sweetness level is greater than I'm accustomed to. That being said, I still ate almost all of it, and was glad for the opportunity to drop by and try this!

Phenomenal a must visit while in Naples, Everything we ate or drank was 100% better than anything…read morewe've had in America, This is a beautiful looking building inside & outside, This is real Espresso!! The staff is wonderful helping us foreigners,

It's very beautiful in here yet also very busy. There are 2 sides dine in and to go. I opted to go…read moreas I just wanted pastries. It was a little confusing but be sure to order one the kiosk theb stand in line. I got the pistachio cannoli and a strawberry tart. I think i expected more they looked so delectable in the display window. The cannoli was decent but I wasn't a fan of the strawberry tart it had a strange after taste almost wax like. The location, pricing and beauty are worth a visit. Maybe I should have tried something different like a cupcake or bread