Sarah Krieger, RDN “I personally love the hands-on learning of this trip. Who can obtain 30 hours of education with hands-on learning as a RDN?” Sicily 2019 Culinary Tour

"Sicily as a destination for the Mediterranean lifestyle experience? 5--perfect

Paulo and Dominik were authentic, knowledgeable and had charm that matched the country. We were lucky to have them---they work hard to make the experience even better.

Every experience was amazing—the tastes and hands on experience. The cooking session with the chocolate-making was awesome—the only suggestion is that we had more hands-on time instead of standing and listening for a few hours before lunch, which was amazing. There just could have been more hands on as participants to prepare the lunch like we did at the winery a few days prior.

It was so refreshing to see our drivers at the airport waiting for us after our 3-hour delay from Rome to Catania. High fives for that!

What stands out on top is the hands-on learning without being in a lecture—and the opportunity to ask questions in that environment. I truly appreciate this learning atmosphere for dietitians.

I learned more about southern Italy culture/Sicilian history and lifestyle and how it influences American culture. Our job as RDNs/nutrition experts is to take it back to our communities—the Mediteranean lifestyle—but to bring it back to realistic lifestyles for our communities.

As a member of the Academy, I appreciate the various styles of learning and obtaining continuing education. I personally love the hands-on learning of this trip. Who can obtain 30 hours of education with hands-on learning as a RDN?"