Pesto alla trapanese
An ode to cultural fusion
Pesto alla trapanese could be described as a gastronomic ambassador for the west of Sicily in its simplicity, which evokes authentic flavours and aromas of times gone by. An example of culinary fus...
An edible heritage. The discovery of the countless local products of the west of Sicily is worth the trip alone.
A priceless heritage that has made the gastronomic culture of the west of Sicily appreciated the world over, both for its richness and uniqueness, and for the certified wholesomeness and provenance of its products, which boast numerous Slow Food Presidia. Indeed, terroir is a fundamental element of local dishes, prepared with this region’s unique products.
The gastronomic experience in the west of Sicily is a journey within a journey, through the many traditional specialities created by the fusion of multiple influences and cultures over thousands of years and through the variety of the local ingredients. Every dish in this region is a “slice” of history.
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Zabbina
Salemi
This name, of Arabic origin, means sheep’s milk ricotta and whey. A ricotta so fresh that it has not yet firmed up, as it has just come to the surface of the whey. Savouring this soft and sweet-smelli...
Cuccìa
Valderice
A traditional sweet for the feast of Santa Lucia, the cuccìa has ancient origins and numerous delicious variations. Its unmistakable ingredients are cooked wheat, seasoned with vino cotto – accordi...
Pane cunzato
Castellammare del Golfo
In its simplicity, pane cunzato, or seasoned bread, has become an important part of the cuisine of the west of Sicily, especially in its most informal incarnation, as street food. Pane cunzato, whi...
Dolci di badia and Mustazzoli
Erice
These are traditional sweets, that were conceived and prepared in Erice’s convents of San Carlo and Santa Teresa, where the cloistered nuns would make these delicious recipes. Dolci di badia are ma...
Biscotti di fico
Valderice
Fig biscuits (also known as “Buccellati” in other parts of Sicily) form part of the confectionery traditions of the west of Sicily, especially in the Agro Ericino and Valderice areas, and are prepa...
Frascatole
Isole Egadi
This vegetable soup (with artichokes, cauliflower or broad beans) originates from the salvaging of the semolina, prepared for couscous, that turned out badly. The French origins of this dish are said ...
Trapani Sea Salt PGI
Trapani
Considered “white gold” since ancient times, salt is one of the oldest minerals formed on Earth and has always been valued by humans: for preserving and seasoning food, as a remedy against certain end...
“Cartucciaru” yellow melon
Paceco
Cultivated in rotation in the distinctive soil of the Saline di Trapani and Paceco nature reserve, which is characterised by its firm, clayey texture, the Cartucciaru yellow melon is a Slow Food presi...
Cannoli
Paceco
Cannoli is certainly the true emperor of Sicilian confectionery: a true symbol of the excellence of the island’s art of sweet-making, which has been listed by the Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Fo...
Atlantic bluefin tuna
Favignana
The Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) is the most valuable of all tuna species. This large pelagic predator was once the king of the Mediterranean, and its fishing in this sea has ancient roo...
Cubbaita
Trapani
A sweet listed in the register of traditional Sicilian agri-food products , the cubbaita, a sweet of Arab origin, owes its deliciousness to almonds and honey. An irresistible almond cake, sometimes...
Pesto alla trapanese
An ode to cultural fusion
Zabbina
Salemi
Pane cunzato
Castellammare del Golfo
Biscotti di fico
Valderice
Frascatole
Isole Egadi
Trapani Sea Salt PGI
Trapani
Cannoli
Paceco
Atlantic bluefin tuna
Favignana
Cubbaita
Trapani
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