Grottaglie: The Heart of Italian Ceramics

Tucked into the hillside of Monte Samuel Pizzuto, Grottaglie, also known as "the city of ceramics," has been home to ceramicists for centuries. Surrounded by deep ravines and cool caves, the clayey earth of this charming Northern Puglian town has been worked by human hands since at least the Classical Age (8th-6th Century BC). Later settled by ancient Greeks and Romans, the charming town was put on the map for its ceramic production during the Middle Ages.
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Your Guide to the Best Sicilian Dishes

From wild foraged to farm harvested goods, the Sicily's year-round production makes it a true cornucopia of fresh, high quality produce. As a result, Sicilian food traditions and heritage are deeply rooted in the natural cycles of the island’s productivity, giving Sicilians an endless list of exceptional recipes to enjoy throughout the year. We’ve pulled some of our favorite bites together to help dip your toes into the wonderful, endless pool of Sicily’s most celebrated dishes.
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Sicilian Wine: Your Guide To The Best Wines Of Sicily

The world of wine can be complicated and overwhelming, but it doesn't need to be. Check out our guide to Sicilian wine and discover the wines of Sicily and what makes the island an ideal growing region. Includes delicious pairing suggestions as well.
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Chef Series: Sandro's Restaurant

Bona Furtuna has collaborated with Sandro’s Restaurant to create the delicious Carciofi alla Romana dish. Sandro Fioriti has been sharing deliciously authentic Roman trattoria food around New York City for over 30 years.
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Filaga da Giacomino, A Sicilian Trattoria Pizzeria

Nestled into a street corner in the quaint village of Filaga, Sicily, family-owned and operated Filaga Da Giacomino has been pleasing locals with their traditional pizza offerings since 1982. Located about a forty minutes drive east from the Bona Furtuna Farm in Corleone, this Trattoria Pizzeria has also become known for it's variety of delectable mushroom dishes.
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Festino di Santa Rosalia

Every year in July Sicily celebrates the Festino di Santa Rosalia, or Feast of Saint Rosalia, one of the biggest holidays of the year in Sicily.
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