CANNOLO

The history of the Sicilian cannoli is a story full of myths and legends, but also of customs and traditions that begin with the Arab domination and continue, without stopping, up to the present day. According to the most widespread tradition, the Sicilian cannoli was born during the Arab domination in Sicily, According to this ancient legend, in fact, the cannoli was born within the walls of the Harem inside the Castle of Caltanissetta where the Emir lived with his concubines. In the Emir's palace, Arab women used to experiment with new recipes and prepare dishes and sweets to pay homage to him including the unusual phallic shape. The cannolo is not only the king of parties, but also an unmissable product in bars, bakeries and pastry shops.