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Dario Cascio

Dario Cascio, the storyteller from Palermo who brings Sicily to life around the world

Born and raised in the San Lorenzo district of Palermo, Dario Cascio has been living away from Sicily…for far too many years now. After earning his degree in International Relations, he worked across two continents and four different countries, taking part in projects such as the Italian translation of the …

dolci di San Giuseppe

Sweets of Saint Joseph in Sicily: a celebration of devotion and delight

In Sicily, the feast of Saint Joseph, celebrated on March 19th, is a deeply significant religious and cultural event. Not only is it dedicated to the patron saint of carpenters and the poor, but it also coincides with Father’s Day and is honored with celebrations that blend faith, tradition, and …

Sicilian cunto: Sicily’s epic tradition that continues to enchant

Imagine a Sicilian square at sunset. The chatter slowly fades, and a man stands at its center. His gaze is intense, his …

tonnare siciliane

Sicilian tuna fisheries, a maritime culture that never fades

For centuries, Sicily has been a land of fishermen and maritime traditions. Among these, one of the oldest and most fascinating is …

ceramica siciliana

The art of Sicilian embroidery and ceramics, a tradition alive on the island

When you say Sicily, you say culture. The island is renowned for its artisanal traditions, particularly in the fields of embroidery and …

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Saint Agatha, 3 days to experience Catania with Sicilian Secrets

Devotion and folklore. These are the two words that best describe the feast of Saint Agatha in Catania. Every year this Sicilian …

Christmas in Sicily, 5 curiosities underneath the Xmas tree

December 25th is coming, and everybody can breathe a sincere festive atmosphere in the air. Lights, gifts, decorations, the scent of tasty …

Why is the Sicilian cart one of the symbols of Sicily? Let’s discover more!

Let’s discover something more about another Sicilian tradition. Carvings, colors, peculiar scenes are part of one of the most beloved symbols of …

Ibla

Ibla: ‘Libertad’, free music from Sicily

Ibla is a Sicilian singer from Porto Empedocle, in the province of Agrigento. She took part in the latest edition of the …

Sicilian traditional clothing

Sicilian traditional clothing: culture and folklore

Culture and folklore can be perfectly described by traditional apparel. It seems that this kind of clothing belongs to the past and …