Sicilian Pesto
This is one of the easiest recipes ever made – but not less tasty than others. Try it with a perfectly cooked Spaghetti plate – remember, al dente! You can even put it in the freezer! In this way, you’ll…
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Sicilian Pistachio Pesto
Pistachios pesto is a very typical recipe of the Sicilian culinary tradition, due also to the incredible quality of our Pistachios, with the famous “Pistachio di Bronte” on top of them. The realization of this recipe is very simple and…
Criccu, Croccu e manicu ‘i ciascu | Sicilian Sayings
Sicilian culture is rich with proverbs and sayings that encapsulate life lessons, humor, and folklore. One such saying that stands out is “Criccu, Croccu e manicu ‘I ciascu.” Like many expressions in the Sicilian dialect, its origins and meanings vary…
Sicilian Fiori di Zucca fritti
These Sicilian Fiori di Zucca fritti are a typical appetizer which is usually prepared in springtime and (especially) in the summertime. Making this recipe is very easy, the trick is to adjust the temperature of the oil in order to…
Cucuzzata Siciliana (Zucchini jam)
Cucuzzata is a typical Sicilian long zucchini jam, used in the preparation of some Sicilian desserts, but also to accompany cold cuts and cheeses. It owes its name to the long zucchini called, precisely, cucuzza!
Sicilian Cannoli
So, you want to try Sicilian Cannoli but you can’t find them in your town? Did you come back from a trip to Sicily where you fall in love with Cannoli and want to taste them again? Sicilian Food Culture is here for…
Scacciata Siciliana
The Sicilian scacciata in some areas of the island is also called “‘mpanata”, it is a sort of focaccia prepared with “bread dough”. The rich stuffing is mainly made of broccoli, sausage, tuma or “pepato fresco” (Sicilian pecorino cheese), to…
Sicilian Swordfish Rolls | Involtini di Pesce Spada Siciliani
The Sicilian swordfish rolls are one of the most widespread seconds in Sicily. We can find it with a different name depending on which town you are having them (such as “braciolettini” instead of involtini), however it remains one of…
Minestrone del Giovedì grasso
The Minestrone del giovedì grasso (Fat Thursday’s Soup) is an ancient recipe traditionally prepared in Modica during Carnival. Among the ingredients there are not only the classic vegetables (such as potatoes, dried shelled broad beans and onion), but also pork…
Biscotti di San Martino
11 November is St Martin’s Day and, in keeping with good Sicilian tradition, where we have typical food for every feast day, here in Sicily we usually eat the very typical biscotti di San Martino, Sicilian biscuits with a hard…
