Sicily is the southest region of Italy. Explore the culture, hidden gems and unique experiences in this ultimate guide to this enchanting island.
The drowned broccoli is a special but simple recipe, mostly from Catania and surrondings, even if it is known all over Sicily. The word “affogato” means “drowned” and refers to the red wine used to flavor the broccoli.
Scacciata Siciliana – also called Schiacciata, Scaccia, Scacciuni depending on which part of Sicily it is made – is a traditional rustic pie usually cooked
Sicily has many beautiful natural reserves and nature oasis, such as the enchanting Vendicari Natural Reserve, between Noto and Pachino, in the southeast of the island.
As a Sicilian girl from Catania, I selected 10 best restaurants in Catania city centre which are very popular amongst locals and deserve your visit!
Did you know that there is a tiny village in Sicily whose architectural style recalls the Spanish city of Barcelona?
I’m referring to Borgo Parrini, a very small hamlet near Partinico, roughly 50 kms away from Palermo.
Stromboli Island: you love it or hate it! Why? Because it is unique in the world! To me, since the first time I step in it, it has been neverending love, thanks to the magnetism of its active volcano as well as the beauty of its black beaches contrasting with the white washed houses of its village…
Catania cannot be considered a 100% bike friendly city, mostly because of its “up and down” streets but also, unfortunately, because of the lack of
Every time I welcome new guests at my B&B in Catania and talk about itineraries and suggestions for their holiday in Sicily, one question I always ask them is: “Do you know arancini?!”
I must admit with some astonishment that some of them have no idea of what an arancino is until I explain to them (and make their mouth watering!).
Even if I am a sicilian girl, knowing enough about small boroughs names and locations around Sicily, I must admit that I had never heard about this tiny medieval village of Sicily…
I wrote my ideal itinerary for visiting Catania in just one day for those of you who are planning their first visit or maybe are already in town and want to quickly find out the best itinerary to discover this amazing city.
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