• Castello di Caccamo (Caccamo Castle)

    Built during the Norman period on a steep rocky spur, this structure of the Chiaramonte family is undoubtedly one of [...]

  • Montalbano Elicona

    Before describing Montalbano Elicona, in the province of Messina, something should be said about the meaning of its name. There [...]

  • Cassata Siciliana

    The queen of traditional Sicilian pastries, cassata probably takes its […]

  • Couscous

    Here is the confirmation that the simplest things are the best. Where can you find an easier recipe than this? [...]

  • Hiking in the Aeolian Islands

    Going to the top of a volcano is a unique experience. You can walk over a variety of different peaks and [...]

  • Festival of Santa Rosalia

    There are some traditions and customs which transcend time. Traditions which captivate us and transport us to a different world, [...]

  • Vulcano’s Mud Baths

    Immersing yourself in the warm mud of Vulcano, in the open air and with a sea view, is a unique [...]

  • The Bronte Pistachio

    They call it “green gold” for a reason! Some of Sicily's treasures deserve to be discovered and savoured slowly. These include [...]

  • Dog and pet friendly beaches

    Sicily is a region which welcomes dogs and their owners with open arms, with so many ad hoc beaches which [...]