Paradise Ricevimenti is a restaurant destination wedding venue in Santa Maria di Licodia, Italy, hosting 30 to 180 guests in the $$ price range, reached from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 50-60 minutes. Best months: April, June, July, August.
Paradise Ricevimenti
Paradise Ricevimenti operates as a restaurant-venue hybrid in Sicily's Catania province, meaning you'll have a kitchen equipped to handle full meal service without external catering logistics.
About Paradise Ricevimenti
Paradise Ricevimenti operates as a restaurant-venue hybrid in Sicily's Catania province, meaning you'll have a kitchen equipped to handle full meal service without external catering logistics.
The 4.3-star rating reflects consistent execution across events, with the on-site restaurant operations ensuring food quality control throughout your celebration.
Located in Santa Maria di Licodia, this venue positions you in authentic eastern Sicily rather than heavily touristed coastal areas.
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A quiet location at the foot of Mount Etna, with ample parking and the option of poolside dining in the summer months. The staff is welcoming and friendly. The pizza was good, but we had limited choices for desserts or parfaits.
nino liuzzo · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 300 guests
Staying over
- Room types
- 5 listed
Money
- Price
- €55 to €100 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CTA, 60 min by car
- Parking
- Yes
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Countryside, modern, elegantAisle estimate
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Dual restaurant-venue operation eliminates typical catering coordination headaches
- 4.3 Google rating based on verified guest reviews
- Located in Santa Maria di Licodia, 45km from Catania's urban center
- On-site kitchen handles full meal service and dietary accommodations
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- AfternoonGuest arrival in Catania; shuttle to local accommodations in Santa Maria di Licodia area
- 2:00 PMCeremony (on-site or nearby location in town)
- 4:00 PMCocktail hour with Sicilian aperitivo service
- 5:30 PMSeated dinner service begins; 3-4 course Sicilian menu
- 10:00 PMDancing and dessert service concludes evening
- MorningOptional farewell breakfast; guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CTA · 50-60 minutes
Guests fly into Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
- Typical total
- €6,000-12,000Aisle estimate
Southern Italy pricing is lower than northern regions. Request detailed proposals including bar service, dessert options, and service staff included. Many couples factor in 2-3 nights for destination guests.
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€6,000-12,000 for 80 guests (venue + food only; excludes florals, photography, music)
- Ceremony fee
- €500-1,200Aisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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€500-1,200 (if separate from reception)
- Reception
- €45-75 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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€45-75 (food and beverage)
- Room rate
- €60-120 / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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€60-120 (local guest houses; Catania hotels €80-180)
- Weather window
- April, June – August
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 095 629497
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Can we bring an outside caterer?+
As a restaurant-venue, Paradise Ricevimenti provides in-house catering. Contact them directly at the website to discuss any special requirements or menu customization options.
What's included in the venue rental?+
Typical packages include space rental and food service. Confirm specifics regarding tables, chairs, basic linens, and bar service before booking.
Are there accommodation options nearby?+
Santa Maria di Licodia is a small town. Catania (45km away) offers more hotel choices. Ask the venue about local guesthouse partnerships or shuttle arrangements.
What's the weather like for a wedding there?+
July-August can exceed 90°F. Winter rarely drops below 50°F.
Can we customize the menu?+
As an operating restaurant, they likely offer menu flexibility. Discuss Sicilian specialties, dietary restrictions, and wine pairings during your consultation.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 300 guests
“Con una capienza di 300 persone, questa splendida location è l’ideale sia per ricevimenti in grande che per un party con pochi intimi.”
Read the source for seated dinnerRoom types: 5 listed
“Standard Double Room”
Read the source for room typesIn-house catering: Yes
“La Nostra Cucina propone una gastronomia di alto livello nel pieno rispetto delle tradizioni siciliane, ricca dei profumi, dei sapori e delle specialità di questa terra fertile e generosa.”
Read the source for in-house cateringNearest airport: CTA, 60 min by car
“CTA”
Read the source for nearest airportParking: Yes
“Tra i vari servizi offerti dalla struttura ricordiamo il Parcheggio Privato, l’Aria Condizionata, il Servizio Navetta e il Wi-Fi gratuito.”
Read the source for parkingEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesIndoors or out: Both
“Che si tratti di un matrimonio estivo, festeggiato nel nostro rigoglioso giardino esterno, dove i vostri ospiti potranno sorseggiare un cocktail a bordo piscina o che sia un elegante matrimonio celebrato all’interno delle nostre raffinatissime Sale Ricevimento, la perfetta riuscita del vostro evento sarà garantita!”
Read the source for indoors or out