Tag Archives: sicily

Granita – Cool Off the Sicilian Way

During these hot summer days, dreaming of Italy travel that unfortunately won’t happen until 2021, I’m finding solace in my kitchen with favorite recipes. For Sicilians – and wishful future visitors like myself – summer is incomplete without the opportunity … Continue reading

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Arancini con Mozzarella e Prosciutto – Sicilian Street Food

Guests on our Italiaoutdoors Food and Wine Italy tours, and students in my cooking classes, have made or tasted many types of risotto with me, as it is one of Italy’s signature dishes and everyone can find a flavor they … Continue reading

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Caponata Griglia – Grilled Caponata

Caponata, a mixture of eggplant, tomatoes and other vegetables in an agrodolce, is a relish we see throughout Italy as we explore Italy by bike, from Sicily to the Veneto. The sweet and sour flavor combination found in agrodolce, from … Continue reading

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