Dishes from the Sicily (Sicilia) region.
Ciao a tutti! I sometimes get frustrated from people who consistently ask me why I continue to check what is in my food. Not that I am really bothered, because I am happy to explain what it means to eat a plant-based diet; but it’s the faces they sometimes make when I check and inspect […]
Vegan Sicilian Arancine Ciao a tutti! We have a classic Sicilian recipe today, thanks to Betty Alesi at La Vegana Siciliana. Grazie mille, Betty! There has been a huge request for vegan arancine! These stand no chance against the normally “meat-filled” arancine found at Sicilian bars….actually these are much, much better! And of course, very […]
Ciao a tutti! Eggplant, called melanzana pronounced mel-an-zahn-a, is a popular Italian vegetable although not originally from Italy. It is actually native to India. It is one of the night shade vegetables and can be found just about anywhere in Italy, since it grows well in warmer climates. Melanzana is full of water and to […]
Ciao a tutti! Agriturismo (eco-tourism) is very popular in Italy. They are popular for tourists since the owners grow their own vegetables and raise their own animals. There exists specific Vegan Eco-tourist spots and are in fact being more and more popular. However, if you find yourself at one with a group of people or […]
Ciao a tutti! If you’re looking for a place to catch a bite to eat and also do a little bit of shopping, we found it! Its Il Punto Macrobiotico in Modica, Sicily. It is not 100% vegan, although they have several dishes that cater to vegans. A sample menu may include dishes such as: […]