Sips, Sights, & Spices

Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, is a treasure waiting to be explored! To truly immerse ourselves, we picked two wonderful base towns: vibrant Palermo on the west side for the first week and charming Syracuse on the east for the second week.

Sicily is Italy’s largest wine region and boasts a diverse array of exquisite wines that reflect its rich terroir and cultural heritage. While there are numerous options to explore, I will highlight just a few exceptional selections that you can readily find in local stores here in Alberta, Canada.

From the Dolomites’ crisp mountain air to the smoky depth of Speck and the dark-berry richness of Lagrein, Alto Adige is a region where every flavour tells a story. This post brings together its food, wine, and Alpine spirit - along with a simple, delicious pork tenderloin recipe inspired by the landscape itself.