Vividly evoked Sicilian history, a gripping adventure, and an inspiring femal lead you’ll be cheering on from start to finish “Siciliana” by Carlo Treviso is a captivating historical novel set in medieval Sicily during the turbulent events of the Sicilian Vespers in 1282. Inspired by real historical events, it is a gripping tale of courage,…
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The Festa dell’Immacolata: A Sicilian Celebration of Faith and Tradition
Today is Saint Mary’s day, the Festa dell’Immacolata, or the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Celebrated on December 8th, in Sicily there are some lovely local traditions which predictably involve public celebrations, mass that lasts extra long, and cake.
What Foods To Eat and Drinks to Drink in Sicily
Someone emailed me recently, asking me what foods she should eat while on holiday in Sicily. I was tempted to simply email her back saying: Dear Sharon, Everything. Yours Sincerely, Sicilian Housewife Yet I managed to restrain myself. Instead I made a list of ideas. My TOP TEN list has already turned into a TOP TWENTY…
The Truth about Sicilian Men and How To Enjoy A Sicilian Boyfriend
Everyone who meets my Sicilian Hubby thinks he’s so wonderful that they keep asking me where they can get one of their own. So here’s a handy Guide to Sicilian Men. Remember that I am always Dangerously Truthful, so prepare to hear not just about the good, but also the bad and the ugly.
Discovering the Art of Sicily: A Journey Through Fine and Folk Traditions
Sicilians, like all italians, are highly artistic. They start learning art appreciation as a subject in primary school, and have secondary schools devoted specifically to the study of art, so it’s probably not surprising. When it comes to seeing fine art or folk crafts in Sicily, you will be amazed at the variety all around you.
Looking Good in Chain Mail – a trip to Caccamo
You can trust an Italian to make chain mail look stylish. I snapped these fine young fellows in a medieval town called Caccamo. They were attendants at a wedding, waiting to take the bride and groom to their reception in this carriage. Did you notice that the nearest one has a falcon on his shoulder and a…
The Dangerously Truthful Diary of a Sicilian Housewife 