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Northern Sicily in the Shoulder Seasons
We’ve spent three seasons in Northern Sicily so far, and without a doubt, we much prefer the shoulder seasons. Compared to the peak summer season, there are fewer crowds with the added benefits of mild to warm temperatures perfect for beach days and all-day hikes (even in the afternoon heat),…
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Our Checklist Before Moving from Canada to Italy
Before we hopped on a plane to fly across the world, we made a commitment to find a new home by selling 95% of what we own. We often get asked how we chose Sicily out of all of the places in the world. After our first 3…
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Castelbuono, Sicily: Part 2
Within a week, the decision was clear that we wanted to extend our stay in Castelbuono, Sicily. It’s undeniable that Castelbuono is a special place to us. With a strong connection to traditions, naturally beautiful and fertile land, and the unconditional help of the friendly locals, this small Sicilian…
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Castelbuono, Sicily – The Madonie Mountains
So, why Castelbuono, Sicily? After we made the decision to explore beyond Palazzolo Acreide, I found a newly listed home for rent (with no reviews) in the Parco delle Madonie. With very limited knowledge of Northern Sicily, we followed our gut and took a chance. Castelbuono, Sicily is a…
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The Battle of ‘Palazzolese’ Pizzas
After eating many pizzas during our month-long stay in a small Sicilian town, Palazzolo Acreide, Sicily, I decided to do a comparison of one of their most famous pizzas called ‘Palazzolese’. It’s typically made with tomato sauce, cheese, Palazzolo sausage, mushrooms and olives. The key ingredient is the Palazzolo…
