Sicily PDO: A Journey into Taste

Sicily is not just a land to see, but to taste. And when flavour meets certified quality, something unique is born.
We’re talking about PDO products – Protected Designation of Origin, which make the island one of the most extraordinary destinations for those who travel with their palate.
With over 20 Protected Designation of Origin products, the island is a mosaic of authentic, identity-rich flavours.
A heritage recognised throughout Europe, turning Sicily into one of the most fascinating food and wine destinations in Italy.

PDO Cheeses: the guardians of the pastures

Among the main protagonists is the world of cheese. Have you ever tasted Vastedda della Valle del Belìce PDO? The only spun-curd sheep’s milk cheese in Europe, with a fresh, delicate taste, still handmade in ancient baskets. Or Piacentinu Ennese PDO, unmistakable thanks to its yellow saffron colour and black peppercorns: an explosion of aromas evoking mountains, flocks, and expert hands.
And then Ragusano PDO, aged in natural environments and tied by hand with hemp ropes, or Pecorino Siciliano PDO, one of the oldest in the Mediterranean.

Oils, bread and farming traditions

From the hills of Val di Mazara to the slopes of Mount Etna, an intense-scented extra virgin olive oil is born, like Monte Etna PDO, fruity with notes of artichoke and aromatic herbs. Pagnotta di Dittaino PDO, with its golden crust and compact crumb, is made from Sicilian durum wheat and sourdough: a bread that smells of ovens, waiting, and home.

Island fruits: nature’s jewels

On Sicilian tables, nature works magic. The Bronte Green Pistachio PDO, grown on the slopes of Etna, is a concentrate of flavour and colour. The Etna Cherry PDO, sweet and crisp, grows between lava and sky. The San Cono Prickly Pear PDO, symbol of resilience and sweetness, is harvested with ancient gestures and rural pride. Let’s not forget Mazzarrone Table Grapes PDO, perfect fresh under the summer sun or paired with local cheeses.

Cured meats and olives: flavours that linger

Nocellara del Belìce PDO is among the most prized table olives in Europe: fleshy pulp, balanced flavour, perfect on its own or in recipes. And then there’s Nebrodi Black Pig Ham PDO, a rarity that tells of free pastures and long ageing times.

Why choose Sicilian PDO products?

Each Sicilian PDO product is tied to a specific area, to unique climate conditions, and to a centuries-old artisanal tradition. Here, quality is guaranteed.
But above all, it’s about the deep identity of each food that links cuisine to history, culture, and people.

Do you really want to discover Sicily?

Embark on an itinerary of flavours. Visit rural villages, step into oil mills, follow the wine and olive oil roads, join local festivals, and let your senses guide you: each PDO product is a stop on your Sicilian journey.