09/03/2026: I don't know about the rest, but if you want a spectacular cannolo you can find it here, highly recommended
22/02/2026: Ragusa memories. Visiting Ragusa and Ragusa Ibla, amidst the ups and downs and constant glances upward to admire the balconies, domes, and baroque details, inevitably leads to a little hunger pangs. It's the perfect time to stop, catch your breath, and savor something authentic. So we enter Biancomangiare, a bar that also offers traditional food specialties. It's not just a place for tourists: at the tables, you can easily encounter locals, intent on sipping their coffee. And it's precisely there that spontaneous, simple, and precious conversations arise. Between scacce, arancini, and bruschetta to share, the story of the centuries-old rivalry between the two halves of the city resurfaces, born after the devastating earthquake of 1693 that struck the entire Val di Noto. The nobles chose to rebuild in Ibla, embracing the new baroque style; the bourgeoisie remained in the upper part. Since then, amidst teasing, gossip, and anecdotes, the opposition has been echoed. Deeper reflections also emerge from the dialogue: the Baroque, a symbol of rebirth and modernity, represented the face of the new generation. The line between what remained of the Gothic and the desire to be part of change was subtle, almost indistinct. Today, the Baroque is the hallmark of the Val di Noto, but perhaps even a broader glimpse of its Gothic past would have added further charm to this land. We conclude with a generously proportioned cannoli, served with pride. Large, indulgent, delicious: the perfect way to cap a break that has become a story.