Myth-Busting: Christmas Classic Torrone is Sicilian
It’s Christmas time (in case you haven’t noticed) and many of our friends have torrone on their minds. Here, the famous differences between North and …
Caffe’ Sicilia’s Nougats
The torrone from Caffe’ Sicilia is special. It is certainly a Christmas MUST HAVE, and it is wonderful any day of the year! One reason …
If You Are a Serious Cook, These Almonds Are for You
Last week, in the NYTimes, Florence Fabricant compares Sicilian Noto Almonds to “other” almonds and writes: “Fat, buttery Marcona almonds have become the stars of …
From Danielle: EV Olive Oils and Green Almonds
Our friend Danielle (left), who lives in Palermo and loves authentic Italian foods, takes me to explore Capo Market in Palermo (Beautiful!) and writes this …
We Go Nuts for Pistachos from Bronte and Almonds from Noto
Pistachos from Bronte and Almonds from Noto are protected by Slow Food because they are in danger of extinction. They grow a few miles apart …