Seafood in Sicily: Octopus
Luca glared at the octopus which lay invitingly located between the shrimps and the calamari. He began eating it
Read moreLuca glared at the octopus which lay invitingly located between the shrimps and the calamari. He began eating it
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Read moreCalamari fritti (Calamares fritos in Spanish) or squid rings were among the best things I tasted during a month
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Read moreCustomer Service Sicily My mobile phone broke down and obstinately refused to emit any noise when someone called. I had
Read moreFather and son. One of the younger participants in the festival proudly holds his candle. Above many wait for the arrival
Read moreThe festival of Sant’Agata, patron saint of Catania. The Preparation Above is the central post office and to the right
Read moreCefalù’s beach with the mountain in the background Arriving in Sicily: First stop Cefalù: On arrival in Trapani I immediately
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