christmas Archives

Christmas Markets in the Etna Area

Posted on 16/12/2024 (21/12/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

Etna is not only a fascinating volcano that attracts tourists from all over the world, but it is also a large mountain rich in diversity – natural and cultural – that changes with each season. And during the winter season, even on Etna, Christmas takes on an enveloping meaning. A mix of sacred, legendary and […]

Christmas at Linguaglossa

Posted on 13/12/2021 (20/12/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

The gate to the cold northern flank of Mount Etna, and to its ski tracks, Linguaglossa is the capital of winter tourism in the Catania area. We already wrote about this lovely town, since it is a place many people love to visit, also in the summer. Gourmets also love Linguaglossa very much. Here you […]

The Scacciata, delicious Etnean Christmas food

Posted on 21/12/2020 (20/12/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

If you have never heard of “Scacciata” before, do not look for it on Google. Come and taste! Words cannot express how good this traditional Christmas recipe is. It is typical of Sicily, especially of the Catania and Etna areas. Scacciatas, in Sicily, are different according to which part of the island you taste them. […]

The tradition of the Christmas Bonfires in the towns of Etna

Posted on 17/12/2018 (20/12/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

A winter holiday in Sicily, or rather in the province of Catania, could be a brilliant idea for you. Not only because you could enjoy a paradise like Mt. Etna without the worry of the summer crowds around but also because you will rediscover traditions that those who come in July and August will never […]