Arancini is a beloved, traditional Sicilian street food and a must-try dish to include your Palermo food tour. It touches on the relationship between Italian rice culture and Sicily’s long historical connection to the Arab world. These deep-fried rice balls are typically stuffed with mozzarella, meaty ragù, or spinach and...

Sicilian food is influenced by Italian, Norman, Arab, Greek, and Spanish traditions, which is why the island has long been praised for its captivating cuisine. Every region in Italy has unique qualities, preparation techniques, and ingredients, but Sicily takes things up a notch. My passion for the island’s diverse culinary...

Sicily is an island that has been influenced by many other cultures. Each leaves its own mark on her eclectic modern cuisine. This is reflected best in Sicilian appetizers which showcase the island’s ethnic diversity as well as the bounty of its local ingredients. Appetizers like arancine and sfincione are...

Sicily has rich culinary traditions that show up in a staggering array of vibrant and flavorful Christmas-time desserts. This includes classics like Buccellato and Cassata that have been passed down through Sicilian families for generations. They’re the sort of things that are handmade with love and care to be shared...

You wouldn’t be alone in assuming Sicilian breakfasts are much like those in other parts of Italy. However, if you’ve been to this diverse island before, you’ll know that things typically run a little differently in Sicily! I’ve touched on the classic Sicilian breakfast throughout my Palermo food tours, but...

No matter what corner of Italy I’ve found myself in, I’ve rarely struggled to get my hands on quality pizza, and Venice is no different. I’ve gushed about Venice’s wine bars and where I’ve uncovered the finest gelato in Venice, but I don’t think I’ve given the pizza here the...

Sandwiches aren’t something we often associate with Neapolitan cuisine. In fact, the mouthwatering paninis available in every neighborhood in Naples are perhaps the city’s best-kept secret.  I’ve introduced dozens of visitors to the finest sandwiches on the market on my Naples food tours, as many people have no idea how...

With the idyllic Bay of Naples and towering Mount Vesuvius as your backdrop, you can’t come to the city without enjoying a meal in some of Naples’ stunning waterfront restaurants. The Campania capital has one of Italy’s most beautiful seaside settings, which plenty of eateries showcase perfectly! Seafront dining isn’t...