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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), a full calendar of festivals, and a more laid-back atmosphere. Spring Much like our trip to Chile, I loved coming…
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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 month visit last summer and spending a bulk of our time in Castelbuono, the quaint little town charmed its way…
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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 town made us feel like we were transported to a different world. To us, a simpler life. Bergi Organic Farm…
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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 medieval town of less than 9000 people (similar to Palazzolo Acreide), and it’s tucked in the valley at the foot…
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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 sausage that’s found all throughout town. This traditional sausage is part of the Slow Food Presidia, and it has been…
