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: Sheep Ricotta
Sfincione Bianco di Bagheria
Diffused typically in the northwestern part of the island, “u ‘sfinciuni” is one of the most important Sicilian culinary specialities. It can be served as an appetizer on a family evening, or...
Saint Joseph’s Sfincia
The Saint Joseph’s Sfincia (Sfinci i’ San Giuseppi) is a typical dessert widespread in the western Sicily, especially in Palermo. The name “Sfincia” – like “Sfincione” – comes from the...
Cassata al Forno | Oven Baked Cassata
The “Cassata al forno” (Oven baked Cassata) siciliana is a sweet pastry and ricotta cream a sort of closed pie that has nothing to envy to the most famous traditional...
