Travels to Sicily, Italy

Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, is just off the toe of Italy's boot. It has been a crossroads of cultures for 3,000 years, a history reflected in its diverse architecture, cuisine and ancient ruins. Palermo, the capital, offers colorful street life, bustling markets and Byzantine mosaics at the Cappella Palatina.  From Naples, we flew to Palermo to continue our Italian adventure along the Western coast of Sicily.

Quattro Venti

Quattro Venti offers Italian comfort food in Palermo, Italy.  The restaurant was nearby our hotel so we ventured over for our last dinner in Sicily.

Baglio Oneto

Rich in historical details, such as an ancient well of Arab architecture, Baglio Oneto was built in the late 18th century and is surrounded by the fertile countryside of Marsala, a few minutes from Trapani, the medieval town of Erice and the Lagoon Nature Reserve enclosing Mozia and Saline. The name comes from Baglio Balarm (home fortress), indicating those houses built in defense from pirate attacks, but also from the Latin ballium, courtyard surrounded by tall buildings or walls. Oneto is the surname of the family owners, who are descendants from the Consul of Genoa Odonetto, which have roots that date back to 1300.  

Salirosso

Salirosso is a simple restaurant in Trapani, Sicily featuring high end Sicilian seafood fare in an unpretentious atmosphere.  Tucked away in the back alleyways, we found our way to this small restaurant for dinner.