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A Gastronomic Pilgrimage to Sicily’s Ristorante Duomo

They were three courses into their tasting menu at this restaurant in Sicily when it became clear that Chef Ciccio Sultanto's two Michelin stars were well deserved. Read on to get our expert reviews.

Sicily’s Donnafugata: Old Winery, New Ways

Past the scenic porto turistico in Marsala, it a zone inhabited by the great old wineries of this ancient Phoenician trading city. Donnafugata is located here, a family owned winery that is the vanguard of a movement to transform the making and marketing of Sicilian wines.

The Donnafugata Music and Wine Band: A Melodious Mix

On the right night, you might hit a nightspot in Palermo or Catania where José Rallo is singing with her backup band. The Donnafugata Music and Wine Band has also treated audiences to jazz and the sultry rhythms of Brazilian music in China, Russia and Manhattan's Blue Note.

A Guide to Sicily’s Towns and Cities: Agrigento, Caltagirone, Giardini Naxos and Siracusa

Find out what there is to see and experience in some of Sicily's most fascinating cities and towns. Delve into the ruins of Agrigento, the cathedrals of Caltagirone, the brisk blue waters of Giardini Naxos and the ancient archaeological findings of Siracusa.

Sicily’s Aeolian Islands Inspire Relaxation

I am returning to these islands after three years to satisfy a hunger I've had ever since--for the spicy perfume of pale pink caper flowers, for fish that swim in turquoise waters, for sweet cherry tomatoes that explode in your mouth like Stromboli, for pasta with fennel and sardines. I'm returning simply to do nothing--il dolce far niente, as the Italians say --in a place where there are only rocks and sea and the happy prospect of your next meal.

Navigate Palermo Sicily Like a Native

If a visitor takes the time to dig below the surface and explore this historic and important city, there are myriad rewards in artistic treasures, historic buildings, local culture, delicious food and an unquenchable life force among the palermitani, as the local residents are called