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<title><![CDATA[Sicilian Traditions and Stories]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Stories, traditions, territories and Sicilian food culture. A section dedicated to the island’s heritage, producers, celebrations, places and typical products that express the identity of Sicily.]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 11:15:16 +0200</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[All Saints’ Day Sweets in Sicily: The Tradition of Frutta Martorana and Ossa di Morto]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.goccedisicilia.com/img/ybc_blog/post/thumb/Dolci-di-Ognissanti-in-Sicilia.jpg"><img width=130 height=100 src="https://www.goccedisicilia.com/img/ybc_blog/post/thumb/Dolci-di-Ognissanti-in-Sicilia.jpg" ></a><br>During All Saints’ Day, Sicily is filled with the sweet aroma and vibrant colors of tradition. Among the most beloved treats are Frutta Martorana, handmade marzipan fruits beautifully painted to look real, and the crunchy Ossa di Morto biscuits, symbols of remembrance and love for departed souls. These traditional sweets tell the story of Sicilian culture passed down through generations. Discover the authentic Frutta Martorana, crafted by Sicilian artisans and available on the Gocce di Sicilia online shop — a delicious way to bring the spirit of Sicilian festivities to your home.]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 13:06:56 +0100</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[New Caltagirone Ceramic Moorish Heads in our catalog!!]]></title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Sep 2024 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[La Ceramica Siciliana, una forma d'Arte apprezzata in tutto il Mondo]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.goccedisicilia.com/img/ybc_blog/post/thumb/rossa-artistica.jpg"><img width=130 height=100 src="https://www.goccedisicilia.com/img/ybc_blog/post/thumb/rossa-artistica.jpg" ></a><br>La Ceramica di Caltagirone è una forma d'Arte apprezzata in tutto il mondo grazie alla sua immensa bellezza e la sua grande varietà di colori, che si contraddistingue soprattutto nelle Teste di Moro, tipiche di Caltagirone, ma anche nelle Pigne in Ceramica]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Uses and Traditions of Confetti in Sicily]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.goccedisicilia.com/img/ybc_blog/post/thumb/confetti-blog-380-x-199-px.jpg"><img width=130 height=100 src="https://www.goccedisicilia.com/img/ybc_blog/post/thumb/confetti-blog-380-x-199-px.jpg" ></a><br>Sicilian confetti are not just sweets: they hold history, culture, and a deep meaning that makes them the stars of the most important occasions. From weddings to baptisms, graduations to birthdays, confetti bring sweetness and good wishes to every celebration.
If you too want to experience and share this tradition, discover our specialties of artisanal Sicilian confetti: unique flavors, vibrant colors, and all the excellence of the island’s pastry art.

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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Discover Il Forno Monastra: Tradition and Innovation in Sicily]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.goccedisicilia.com/img/ybc_blog/post/thumb/nuovi-prodotti-monastra.png"><img width=130 height=100 src="https://www.goccedisicilia.com/img/ybc_blog/post/thumb/nuovi-prodotti-monastra.png" ></a><br>Il Forno Monastra, a historic bakery from Castell'Umberto, brings its artisan and organic products to Gocce di Sicilia. Discover the Benfatti biscuits and whole grain breadsticks!]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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