About me

Ciao dear traveller! I am Francesca, a Sicilian student who has been travelling through her island during last year’s pandemic. While travelling, I could not help noticing all the hidden gems that Sicily has to offer to anybody. I am a history and art passionate, I graduated with a Bachelor’s in Event and Leisure Management in The Netherlands, moved to Norway and then to Germany. Today, I sit in Cologne and I am taking a Master’s degree in Consulting. I cannot wait for summer to come and explore further.

Sicilian snacks

Pane e Panelle (1)

Panelle are the king of Sicilian street food! Humble yet tasty chickpea fritters, which locals traditionally eat inside a soft bun. Traditionally served in a soft bun (pane e panelle) as a simple and filling lunch. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free, they’re perfect to serve at your next dinner party in lieu of crackers with dips, or with grilled vegetables or pickles.

Arancina (2)

Whatever inventive and creative variations find their way into the heart of an arancino, a patriotic Sicilian will always demonstrate nostalgia for the classic arancino of ancient tradition filled with ragù, the type one’s nonna or mamma may once have made or that was served in the local bar. Moreover, there are numerous vegetarian fillings – mushrooms or spinach with Béchamel sauce and cheese, or aubergine and tomato salsa.

Fried Seafood (8)

Often found as a street snack served in takeaway brown paper bags, a mix of breaded and deep-fried seafood and fish is commonly found in Sicily. This is not the healthiest of Sicilian food but makes for an easy eat, and filling, food to go.