Between Sea, Salt and Wind
Stories, Traditions and Landscapes from Western Sicily
Before the flavors, there is the salt.
Before the dishes, there is the land.
Every recipe carries a story.
Every story belongs to a place.
This is Western Sicily.
Between Sea, Salt and Wind.
Between Sea, Salt and Wind is a journey through the landscapes, traditions, and food culture of Western Sicily.
From the salt pans of Marsala to family kitchens, from fishing villages to the countryside, this series explores the places, people, and stories that give meaning to the recipes.
Through food, memory, and local traditions, Sicilian Table Stories seeks to preserve and share a cultural heritage shaped by the sea, the land, and generations of everyday life.
The Taste of the Month: Midsummer Traditions in Marsala
Every month, "Between Sea, Salt and Wind" shares a snippet of Sicilian heritage, folklore, and culinary secrets. In June, Marsala celebrates its co-patron, St. John the Baptist, a magical night where faith, ancient summer solstice rituals, and traditional flavors come together.
Do you know which dessert symbolizes the Feast of St. John the Baptist in Marsala, Sicily? Find out in the video below!