Giovanni Siracusa: Sicilian Potato Salad

Apr 11, 2026 | This healthy potato salad is prefect for hot weather.

The first time I ever had a potato salad with mayonnaise was at a friend's house, and his whole family was laughing at me because this is the potato salad I was used to.

Whether you eat it warm, cold, or the next day, it always tastes great. It’s a perfect Mediterranean diet dish on its own, but it’s also incredible with some tuna on top for a high-protein lunch, or served as a side to grilled meat, chicken, or fish.

I like to make this potato salad and keep it in the refrigerator to pick at for a few days.

My grandmother made this all the time and she sometimes added green beans or any fresh vegetables from the garden. So, if you’re tired of the normal potato salad with mayo and want an easy summer salad that actually tastes fresh, this Sicilian classic is for you.


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Giovanni Siracusa: Sicilian Orange and Fennel Salad

May 30, 2026 | This Sicilian orange and fennel salad is one of the most iconic recipes in all of southern Italy. You'll find it on every menu and every family table across Sicily year-round. And once you try it, you'll understand why.

Sweet oranges, crisp fennel, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. It sounds simple because it is, and that's exactly the point. No cooking, just fresh ingredients the way they were meant to be eaten.

Growing up, this salad was just part of life. My family in Sicily makes it all the time and it shows up at every gathering and disappears before anything else on the table. It's one of those dishes you only really find in Sicily.

Grab some bread to soak up the juice at the bottom of the plate and you've got yourself a perfect bite.


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Giovanni Siracusa: How to Cook Eggplant Caponata: Sicily-in-a-pan!

January 17, 2026 | We are taking a ride down to Sicily today to make the ultimate eggplant caponata.

If you have ever wondered how to cook eggplant so it’s perfectly full of flavor, this is the video you’ve been waiting for. I’m going to show you exactly how to make homemade caponata the traditional way.

This authentic eggplant dish is a Sicilian staple found alongside fresh arancini and bread. It's the perfect Italian appetizer or side dish that brings the Mediterranean to your kitchen.

Whatever you do, don’t buy caponata in a can! This one-pot recipe is a naturally vegan and vegetarian dish, making it a fantastic option for anyone looking for plant-based Italian recipes.

Once you see how simple it is to make, you’ll never go back to store-bought. The magic of this recipe is the "agrodolce" flavor (sweet and sour).

It actually tastes much better the next day! I’ll show you exactly how to store it in a jar for the perfect healthy snack ready all week long.

Giovanni Siracusa: Eggplant Caponata: Sicily in One Pan

Jan 17, 2026 | If you have ever wondered how to cook eggplant so it’s perfectly full of flavour, this is the video you’ve been waiting for. I’m going to show you exactly how to make homemade caponata the traditional way.

This authentic eggplant dish is a Sicilian staple found alongside fresh arancini and bread. It's the perfect Italian appetizer or side dish that brings the Mediterranean to your kitchen. Whatever you do, don’t buy caponata in a can! This one-pot recipe is a naturally vegan and vegetarian dish, making it a fantastic option for anyone looking for plant-based Italian recipes. The magic of this recipe is the "Agrodolce" flavor (sweet and sour).

It actually tastes much better the next day! I’ll show you exactly how to store it in a jar for the perfect healthy snack ready all week long.


Click here for the recipe, then click on ‘more’.