Among the feuds in Eastern Sicily, the County of Modica was one of the largest: the local Jewish community, which according to a census taken in 1492 was about a twentieth part of the whole Jewish population of the Island, was giving a big [...]
The Solemnity of All Saints, celebrated on November 2nd every year, is one of the most cherished feast days in Sicily: even if it is known as a “commemoration of the dead”, the island celebrates it with a zeal that is unique from the [...]
Modica does not only have a cultural and monumental heritage of international importance, but also a remarkable natural and panoramic value. Fall is the best season if you want to enjoy the colors of nature while you are taking a walk in Modica, discovering [...]
Some Sicilian recipes clearly reveal their Arabic origin, far in time and deep-rooted: the Cubbaita is a typical Sicilian dessert whose name comes from the Arabic word “quibbiat” which means “with almonds”. The recipe and method of making this almond brittle varies delightfully from [...]
