Early in February, the feast of Saint Agatha is not to be missed, during which the devotees carry on their shoulders their patron saint’s altar and the candelore (big decorated candles with the emblems of traditional crafts).
Il Più Antico Carnevale di Sicilia
Carnival floats and huge cardboard caricatures, represent with irony, sarcasm and humour, present and past events and run through the small town. "Il cannolo" is maybe the most famous sicilian sweet and those filled with ricotta are probably the best! It’s possibile to taste it during Carnival, because are kindly offered by local artisans.
Bronte is particularly famous for its pistachios from which are made typical dishes including pastries, handmade ice-cream and granita, arancini, pasta and more..!
A market in which typical products are sold by local producers like honey, pastries, handmade sweets and much more!
A market in which typical products are sold by local producers like honey, pastries, handmade sweets and much more!
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