Cu mancia fa muddichi | Sicilian Sayings
And after a long time, here we are with a brand new Sicilian saying! I know, I know, you missed us, but we promise we are coming back stronger than ever! Today’s saying is one of those sayings that have…
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Sicilian ricotta cheese: a symbol of gastronomic tradition and the protagonist of many tasty recipes
When one thinks of Sicilian cheeses, it is impossible that ricotta does not come to mind. Ricotta, whether from cow or sheep, is the main ingredient in many Sicilian dishes. Protagonist in pastry, as among pasta dishes, ricotta is one…
“A brioscia cu’ tuppu” (sicilian brioche): origins and traditions of one of the symbols of Sicilian pastries
When you see the “brioscia cu’ tuppu” (Sicilian brioche) for the first time you inevitably think: okay, what is this? Is it really eatable or is it a strange work of art to be admired and photographed for Instagram? Well…
Earthquake in Sicily: The tale of a survivor
The Belice earthquake in 1968 was one of the most disastrous events in the history of Sicily. 14 towns were hit and devastated in just one night, with four villages, Gibellina, Salaparuta, Montevago and Poggioreale, completely destroyed. Pietro Loria, who…
13 Sicilian sauces that can be made quickly and easily
“There is no better smell than fresh tomato sauce with basil. It tastes of home, of happiness, of sharing”. Yes. That may be true, but in addition to tomato sauce for dressing pasta, there are many sauces to accompany pasta…
Sicilian Food Culture Christmas ’22 Giveaway!
Christmas is getting closer, and what’s the best way to celebrate our incredible community if not with a giveaway? Sicilian Food Culture is extremely proud to introduce a new Sicilian Giveaway for all our followers and give you the chance…
A dinner with Sicilian Chef Francesco Tola at Season and Stir!
Over the past month, we at Sicilian Food Culture have been able to start a fantastic collaboration with Agnes and the rest of the Season and Stir team, culminating in a beautiful giveaway where no less than 3 very high-quality…
Sicilian Christmas Eve 2022: traditions and foods
The atmosphere of Christmas, in Sicily, can be felt in the air as early as mid-November. The streets are colored with lights, store windows are filled with decorations, objects and gastronomic delights, panettone and colorful baskets. In Sicilian villages, markets…
Megghiu rariti a vestiri chi a mangiari | Sicilian Sayings
Once again we are back to talk about Sicilian proverbs, those which once provided rules of life for getting through the day! An ancient folk wisdom whose most folkloristic aspect has certainly been preserved. Many remain relevant, but many other…
