Let’s forget the Sicilian wheel barrows and the inflexible grandmas with the rolling pins in hands. We are used to traditional Sicilian cuisine, its intense flavors and frying smell. Let’s face it, we hardly accept compromises. Sure, tradition is important…
The history of Sicilian cannolo is characterized by legends, traditions and customs which began with the Arab domination and continue up to present times. Today, Sicilian cannolo is, without any doubt, one of the symbols of Sicilian gastronomic imagery all…
During WWII Palermo was stuck between Italian and German troops pestering the streets, while British and American planes bombed its centre from the sky. Like many other islands, Sicily was used as granary to grow crops and feed the troops.…
Just like any other typical dish, pizza has different cultural traditions and culinary proposals from Palermo to Messina, from Trapani to Siracusa. Yes, pizza changes from province to province in its shape, dough and ingredients, giving us different flavors and…
Welcome back to a brand new post on Sicilian Sayings! Again, a big thanks to everyone that is supporting us with new suggestions and to everyone that is enjoying this new series of blog posts; if you want to suggest…
Have you ever heard the term “slow food“? Well no, it is not a nutritionist’s advice, but it has to do with the production and the rhythms of the past, with the slow consumption of food that should be savored,…
When one thinks of Sicily, one thinks of all the traditions, customs, sayings and symbols that have made it so famous and well-known throughout the world. Yes, Sicily is a land full of folklore and local traditions that never go…
How to end the year in the best way? Obviously, with a mouth-watering New Year’s Eve menu, rich in appetizers, first courses and side dishes just like the Sicilian tradition! If you are getting ready to prepare the New Year’s…
There is an Italian community in Cork, Ireland. A small, young but rapidly growing community. Over the last couple of years, many Italians have found their dimension along the banks of the River Lee. “The Italians of the River…
