Pachino, a small village in the heart of Ionian Sicily, is a unique place where history and gastronomic traditions meet the beauty of the sea and nature. A perfect holiday destination for those who dream of a holiday of beaches, good food and relaxation, discovering small and unique pearls that encapsulate all the essence of Sicily.
Pachino
The town of Pachino is part of the free municipal consortium of Syracuse and occupies the most southerly area of Sicily: suffice it to say that it is located at the extreme limit of the Sicilian territory and, geographically, it is situated further south than the parallel on which Tunis lies! Moreover, Pachino is located right where the Ionian Sea and the Mediterranean Sea meet and offers 8 kilometres of beautiful beaches of golden sand and clear blue or emerald-green waters. Its favourable location and mild climate have also made Pachino the perfect natural habitat for one of its local delicacies: the Pachino tomato, a foodstuff famous and exported throughout Italy and beyond, with its sweet pulp and unique flavour. In Pachino, ancient history is reflected in the 15th-century Saracen towers that characterise the area and, going even further back in time, in the caves from prehistoric times (such as Calafarina and Grotta Corruggi). A hamlet of Pachino is, then, Marzamemi (about 2 kilometres from Pachino): a picturesque and romantic fishing village that traces its seafaring roots back to the time of the Arabs, who, according to legend, gave it its name, and who built the ancient tuna fishery here, which can still be visited today. Marzamemi is a joyful interlude that every traveller should include in his itinerary: known for its bright colours in full contrast with the local stone buildings, it offers cheerful atmospheres with fairy-tale veins and its sight will remain in your heart.
The cuisine of Pachino has much in common with Syracuse cuisine in general, which makes the sea its main ingredient! One of the tastiest and simplest typical dishes is pasta alla siracusana, made with anchovies and toasted breadcrumbs. Also special is pasta with Moorish sauce, made with tuna roe, cinnamon and citrus fruits. Among the main courses of fish, on the other hand, the grilled tuna and swordfish are absolutely to be tasted, as is the fish soup alla siracusana, with red tomatoes, green olives, capers, slices of stale bread, and chilli pepper; the desserts, as in all of Sicily, are many and all delicious: we cannot fail to mention the superb almond pastries, the granitas in all flavours (especially almond and citrus), and the totò, strictly typical of the Syracuse area, i.e. biscuits typical of the All Saints' Day period, covered with chocolate or lemon icing. Obviously, the famous Pachino tomato, together with the many local vegetables, will not be missing from your tables, with its intense and unmistakable flavour.
One of the most eagerly awaited events in Pachino is held in September and is the Frontier Film Festival, which takes place in Piazza Regina Margherita, Marzamemi, which becomes Europe's largest open-air cinema. February, on the other hand, is the feast of San Corrado, which includes the characteristic blessing of bread: for the occasion, there is also the cake fair, the ricotta and cunzato bread festival, a rich and very enjoyable event. In May, on the other hand, it is the turn of the 'Inverdurata', which is a vegetable and vegetable-based version of the typical infiorate, a unique event with a strong scenic impact. On this occasion, for three days, the streets of the village are coloured with 'mosaics' made of local vegetables and the most beautiful creation receives the first prize. In June, the Blue Fish Festival is organised, a perfect event to savour local flavours. While in August, there is the feast of Maria SS. Assunta in Cielo, who is the patron saint of the town: the event includes a religious service, a procession through the town streets and a musical band.
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