Imagine winning an argument… but the prize is a sad, sauce-less bowl of pasta. That’s the vibe of this delightfully bitter Sicilian saying. “Haiu ragiùni e m’a manciu squàrata”“I’m right and I’ll eat it plain.” “Haiu ragiùni e m’a manciu…
The cheesemakers of Sicily have a rich and colorful history of making cheese that dates back thousands of years. Cheese is central to their culinary heritage, and their cheese mastery has produced some of the best cheeses in the world.…
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…
Nestled in the heart of the Mediterranean, Sicily is a land that tells a story through its flavors, a narrative deeply rooted in its diverse culture and rich history. One such flavor that stands out distinctly is that of Buccellati,…
In Sicily, the tradition of wine is so strong and deep-rooted that a day would not be enough to talk about the different types of wine, the grape varieties, the characteristics and pairings, and the many stories and legends that…
At the core of the Sicilian saying Livàrisi ‘u tistàli – ‘unleashing the browband of the horse’ – is the extremely vivid image of a horse that is let off the reins. The message is that uncontrolled expression carries the…
Did you know that fried pizza is also Sicilian? Although the origin of fried pizza is attributed to the Neapolitans, the Sicilians too can count this delicious recipe among their different pizza variants! No, it is not a fried calzone,…
Every cuisine has its hot dishes to warm up in the colder seasons! And, as with any culinary tradition, there are soups and stews in Sicilian cuisine that are either ancient in origin or more recent, but all capable of…
Welcome back to another Sicilian Saying blog post! In each post, we’ll explore a different proverb, uncovering its translation and the wisdom it holds. We’re kicking 2024 off with a funny one! Cu havi culu cunsìddira “Who has an ass…
