Taste Sicilian cuisine and Bronte pistachio on Etna

The western slope is called the region of the "green gold", that is of the pistachios of Etna. The Bronte pistachio has an inimitable flavor and is recognizable by its pronounced aroma and flavor. Our French-speaking guide accompanies you to discover local specialties through an exclusive excursion. The departure is from the base of the Etna volcano, to reach the town of Bronte, the town of pistachio on the western side.

The excursion includes the view of the 1669 crater, the excursion in the gorges of the Simeto river and on the Saracen bridge and the visit of a pistachio field. Following the visit of a pistachio processing laboratory, the creation of Sicilian gastronomic specialties in the farmhouse, lunch is prepared by yourself in the restaurant kitchen. The hike route passes close to the 1669 crater on the southern flanks of Etna.

The 1669 eruption destroyed many towns and reached the sea. We cross the villages on the slopes of the volcano, to reach the lava gorges of the Simeto river and the Saracen bridge. This bridge is located at the precise point where the river meets the lava of Etna, forming impressive gorges. The Saracen Bridge is a Roman stone bridge rebuilt and modified in the 12th century over the Simeto river. It connects the territory of Adrano to that of Centuripe, near the "Passo del Pecoraio".

Sicilian pistachio processing on the Etna volcano

After visiting a pistachio field, we will reach a pistachio processing site near Bronte. A visit to the laboratory allows you to understand the use of this precious fruit. There will be the possibility to buy local specialties on site. Bronte is a municipality on the western side of Etna, also called the "Eden of the pistachio", it is the main cultivation area with over 80% of the area of ​​the region cultivable with pistachios. In this town a great festival takes place every year which celebrates the "Green Gold", as the "Green Pistachio of Bronte DOP" is called and which in 2009 obtained the Protected Designation of Origin.

Creates Bronte pistachio-based gastronomic specialties

We will enter a farmhouse, where you will make your own Sicilian gastronomic specialties, under the guidance of the chef who is passionate about southern Italian cuisine. Lunch will consist of your masterpieces: appetizers, pasta, desserts, accompanied by wine from Etna.

Pistachio and good Sicilian cuisine

Feudo Marullo is the result of constant work by the Marullo family to enhance the territory, pistachios and good Sicilian cuisine. Close to Bronte, Feudo Marullo is an ideal place for those who want to discover Sicily and know its varied offers, a place with a Sicilian heart. Feudo Marullo, an enchanting and elegant place overlooking the Etna volcano, represents a place to stay and taste typical Sicilian dishes. History, territory, design and culinary art are the hallmarks of this resort, an ideal and exclusive place for your stay in Sicily.