Traditional Cassata Siciliana
Same as many of other Sicilian recipes, it is thought that the Cassata is of Arab origin (from the Arabic word quas’at, ” bowl”), and has been created between the...
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Ingredient: Candied fruit
Classic Panettone
The Panettone is one of Sicily’s typical desserts eaten during the Christmas period and is much appreciated for its spongy texture, which makes it the ideal accompaniment for breakfast or...
Minne di Sant’Agata
These traditional sweets, called “Minne di Sant’Agata” (St. Agatha’s Breasts) are typical of the Feast of St. Agatha, patron saint of the city of Catania, but are found throughout the...
Cuccia – Sicilian Wheatberry and Ricotta Porridge
This recipe is a staple on the 13th of December, alongside the Arancine! Preparing the Sicilian Cuccia is very simple, and usually the most time consuming thing is the preparation of...
