One Granita Always Leads to Another 😋
The fact that we’re prone to addictions is pretty much established by now. 😂 The latest one is called Ficu, a granita shop in Scicli. A tiny little place in Piazza Italia,
The Moor’s Heads
Sicily has a thousand colours. The Moor’s Heads wear them all. Blue like the Mediterranean.Yellow like lemons ripening in the sun.Green like the citrus groves.Red like pas
50 Shades of Duke 🐾
Renovating Roccaseta wasn’t exactly a walk in the park. When we started, we had enthusiasm, optimism and, as we now know, a fair amount of recklessness. Then the work bega
Fornace Penna
When an Encounter Changed the Fate of Pisciotto At the beginning of the twentieth century, where one of the most striking landmarks on the coast of Sampieri now overlooks the se
Ombretta’s Vegetable Garden.
In Ombretta’s garden, the scent of summer is already in the air, along with the promise of days to come. Tender spring onions have sprouted in unexpected abundance, glossy cha
An island of light in a chest
There are objects that do not simply occupy space, but tell stories, evoke places, and awaken distant memories. This precious, singular, and fascinating display case is one such
Sicilian Playing Cards
ART, HISTORY AND A TOUCH OF IRONY Sicilian cards are not just tools for playing scopa, tressette, or briscola: they are small works of art full of history, symbolism, and…
SEASONALITY IS A FAITH
Finally, the season of oranges has arrived. Now you can walk into a bar and order an orange juice without triggering any disapproving grimaces. Because, let me tell you: in Sic
THE CEMETERY OF PALAZZOLO ACREIDE
A visit to the cemetery of Palazzolo Acreide is certainly not your typical outing, nor is it the liveliest destination in Sicily, but it is undoubtedly a memorable experience.
AUTUMN IN SICILY
Sampieri – October 13, 2024 The tourist season is coming to an end, and with it, the frenzy of crowded beaches, lively evenings, and streets filled with visitors begins t
THE SAPONARIA’S BLOOMING
As spring unfolds its gentle embrace upon the rugged slopes of Mount Etna, a mesmerizing transformation takes place. Amidst the ancient lava flows and the imposing presence of It
THE SICILIAN CASSATA
Sicilian cassata is the typical Easter dessert. A culinary masterpiece that carries centuries of history and tradition with it. Here is the recipe for you.Ingredients:– 1 kg
