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…
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…
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…
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…
In Sicily, December 13th, the Feast of St. Lucy (Santa Lucia), is celebrated with a comforting bowl of Cuccìa, a traditional Sicilian wheat berry and ricotta dessert enjoyed instead of bread or pasta. The recipe combines cooked wheat berries soaked…
Broccoli in Pastella (Battered Broccoli) is a typical recipe from the city of Palermo, simply made of boiled cauliflower, passed in batter and then fried. The recipe is exactly the same as the one with fried cardoons that you can find here! This…
Discover the rich flavors of Sicily with our delectable “La Siciliana” recipe, a unique fried pizza that hails from the picturesque town of Zafferana Etnea. More than just a pizza, this dish is a celebration of Sicilian culinary traditions, crafted…
Le cozze gratinate alla Siciliana are a really tasty appetizer or second course. Easy and fast. The mixture is based on fresh breadcrumbs and mussels, are stuffed and gratinated in the oven, with half of the shell. The mixture once…
A delicious dish for everyone who loves cod! This pasta sauce can be used with either long or short pasta, the choice is yours! To speed up the preparation of pasta with cod sauce, ask your fishmonger to provide you…
