Where to eat at a farm stay in Sicily: the best addresses in the Provinces of Trapani, Palermo, and Agrigento

Nov 22 2024, 18:11
To experience the food and wine traditions of Western Sicily, even in the colder months, a Sunday lunch at a farm stay or a weekend getaway might be the perfect escape from daily routines

Western Sicily offers stunning landscapes and delicious food not only during the warmer seasons. Even now, you can savour traditional food and wine recipes amidst the countryside of Trapani, Palermo, or Agrigento provinces. Warm bread made from local wheat flour, baked in wood-fired ovens and served with extra virgin olive oil, locally sourced meats and fish, seasonal cheeses and vegetables, and products from the region, including several Slow Food Presidia, are among the must-try ingredients far from the hustle of the city.

Where to Eat at a Farm Stay in Trapani and Surroundings

Wild Boar Ragù Tagliatelle - Baglio Vecchio

Agriturismo Baglio Vecchio

Nestled among centuries-old olive trees, ancient vineyards, and a dense forest, this farm stay offers guests delicious dishes typical of Sicilian cuisine. Only genuine, zero-kilometre ingredients are used, grown on-site or sourced from nearby farms, such as olive oil. Must-try dishes include wild boar ragù tagliatelle with wild fennel pesto and toasted almonds. The menu also features wines from the estate and other local wineries. Guests can stay in rooms or apartments, enjoying a relaxing getaway year-round.

Agriturismo Baglio Vecchio - Castelvetrano - C.da Zangara - +39 335.8335275 - Sito

Starters - Duca di Castelmonte

Agriturismo Duca di Castelmonte

This farm stay showcases Trapani’s Sicilian cuisine, both maritime and rural. Seasonal agricultural products from the estate form the basis of the dishes, which include family recipes and traditional fare. Don't miss the rich appetisers or Spaghettoni with caciocavallo cream and courgette chips. Menus cater to coeliacs, vegetarians, and children, with wood-fired pizzas also on offer. The wine list features local options. Accommodation includes apartments and a glamping experience.

Agriturismo Duca di Castelmonte - Trapani -  Via Salvatore Motisi, 11 - +39 0923 526139 - Sito

Agriturismo Vultaggio

Respect for nature and its bounty form the foundation of the recipes at this farm stay. Located just a few kilometres from Trapani, it offers Sicilian dishes made with organic products from the farm and Slow Food Presidia like Ustica lentils and Piacentinu Ennese cheese. Highlights include the Marsala fillet. Gluten-free menus and wood-fired pizzas are also available. Sicilian wines are featured on the wine list. Guests can stay in comfortable rooms or wooden structures for a unique glamping experience.

Agriturismo Vultaggio - Fraz Guarrato - c/da Misiliscemi, 4 - +39 0923 865 107 - Sito 

Where to eat at a Farm Stay in Palermo and surroundings

Autumn Risotto - Agriturismo Masseria La Chiusa

Agriturismo Masseria La Chiusa

Over 100 ingredients are produced directly at this farm, all certified organic, and used in the restaurant’s dishes. High-quality products like olive oil, olives, cheeses, and free-range meats form the basis of recipes rooted in local tradition. Try the Autumn Risotto with char-grilled pumpkin cream, thyme-scented caciotta whey, spiced pork, crispy pork rind "popcorn," and pistachio powder. In addition to traditional menu items, there are ample options for coeliacs, vegetarians, and vegans. Sicilian wines feature on the list. Accommodation includes rooms or apartments surrounded by lush greenery.

Agriturismo Masseria La Chiusa - San Giuseppe Jato - Contrada Chiusa - +39 349 87 19 459 - Sito

Terre di Himera

Near the Himera Archaeological Park and the sea at Cefalù, this small trattoria offers traditional Sicilian recipes. The dishes are prepared with seasonal vegetables and other ingredients from the farm’s garden and the local area, all organic. Meat and fish mains are available by reservation only. On Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., they serve brunch, combining sweet and savoury local specialities. Sicilian wines are on the menu. The property also offers five comfortable rooms for a fully immersive nature experience.

Terre di Himera - Termini Imerese - C.da Villaurea - +39 338 790 8230 - Sito

Al Poggetto

This farm stay offers regional cuisine made with organic products sourced directly from the farm, including olive oil, olives, chestnuts, walnuts, seasonal vegetables and fruits, eggs, preserves, and jams, or from a controlled supply chain of local producers. In addition to traditional Sicilian dishes, the menu features options inspired by wellness cuisine, highlighting seasonal ingredients. Fresh, preservative-free products are cooked briefly and simply to enhance their freshness and flavour. Guests can stay in comfortable rooms.

Al Poggetto - Santa Cristina Gela - Via Spagna, 3 - +39 091 8570213 - Sito

Where to eat at a Farm Stay in Agrigento and Surroundings

Pasta alla Norma - Casa Mirabile

Casa Mirabile

Surrounded by olive groves, almond trees, and caper plants, this former 18th-century hunting lodge offers simple yet carefully prepared dishes. High-quality ingredients from the farm’s garden, such as vegetables and fruits, or from local producers, like fish and meat, are used to create weekly and daily specials based on traditional and contemporary family recipes. A must-try is the Pasta alla Norma. The wine list includes the farm’s own production. Accommodation options include rooms for a relaxing holiday.

Casa Mirabile - Menfi - C.da Agareni - +39 345 46 16300 - Sito

Torre Tabia

Located in the countryside near Sciacca and the sea, this farm stay’s cuisine highlights the region’s produce. Many ingredients come from the farm or local producers, including the sea’s bounty. The traditional dishes respect seasonality and nature, such as homemade pasta, caponata, sundried tomatoes, rustic bread, and both meat and fish mains. Don’t miss the Spaghetti with Seafood. Sicilian wines are on the menu. Accommodation includes rooms for a serene stay.

Torre Tabia - Sciacca - Contrada San Marco - Ragana - +39 349 842 6026 - Sito

Falso magro -Mandranova

Mandranova

This farm, set amidst nature, is dedicated to land stewardship and hospitality. The kitchen serves traditional dishes reimagined with a modern twist, authentically showcasing Sicilian countryside flavours. A must-try is the falso magro. Vegetarian and vegan options are available. The wine list features Sicilian labels. The farm produces everything sustainably, respecting biodiversity and the planet. The oil, almonds, and garden produce are even used in cooking classes. Mandranova is a scattered hotel, with rooms spread across different buildings overlooking the garden.

Mandranova - Palma di Montechiaro - Contrada Mandranova S.S. 115 – Km 217 - +39 393 986 2169 - Sito

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