Aeolian Islands (Sicily)

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The New Way to Participate in the Italian Renaissance

Through a pioneering project regenerating old industrial buildings and oil mills in ancient Italian villages, ITS ITALY social enterprise investment fund is paving the way to help local communities as well as foreigners.

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Things to See and Do in Italy in October 2022

Events columnist John Bensalhia revs up the autumn engine with some distinctly (and deliciously) seasonal festivals.

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The Balconies of Italy: Six Foothill Towns You Should Get to Know 

Often overlooked in favor of hilltop towns and seaside villages, Italy’s foothill towns spill down the lower slopes of some of the country’s most dramatic mountain ranges, offering sweeping vistas.

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Aurispa, with a view of Noto in the background
Di Casa in Sicilia: Your (Very Luxurious) Island Home Away From Home

Inspired by a deep love of their native Sicily, this boutique and totally tailored villa rental service gets you right to the heart of the island’s favorite destinations.  

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Things to See and Do in Italy in September 2022

Events columnist John Bensalhia welcomes autumn with a wealth of festivals and fairs to enjoy this September.

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Recipes From Sicily

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Chestnut Pasta alla Palermitana

Pasta shouldn’t wait for guests; guests should wait for it! 
 

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Virgin Cakes: Cassatine di Vergini

Almondy shortbread domes filled with custard and topped with icing, these classic Sicilian sweets were first created in the 1800s at the Monastero di Santa Maria dell Vergini in Palermo.

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Pistacchio Amaretti with Candied Orange Peel and Chamomile

Whole pistachios and pistachio flour from Sicily will take these luscious cookies to new heights. 

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Aeolian Salad (Insalata Eoliana)

Italy’s volcanic Aeolian Islands are known for their vibrant local cuisine. This tasty summer salad features some of the local specialties from capers to tuna.

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Sicilian Sesame Cookies: Biscotti Regina

A Sicilian classic! The outer sesame seed crunch of these cookies goes oh-so-well with the satisfying moist lemony center.
 

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What others are saying about Sicily

@zuri22780 asks:

Hi! This may be a strange question but I am looking for art classes or workshops in Italy specifically in the Catania or Palermo area of Sicily. I will be staying there for the month of January and I've had a hard time finding any schools that offer more short term classes or workshops.

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@bekah1975 asks:

Hello everyone- I have just purchased my first home in Modica but it is completely unfurnished. Kitchen needs to be installed, furniture and appliances, etc. would anyone have a recommendation for an English speaking interior decorator?

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@alongianna asks:

I have a house in Sicily which I inherited from my parents and it is need of some work. When I contacted a contractor for a quotation I was given a price but told that there are government grants available which would pay 60/70% of the repairs.

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