Renato’s Sfincione-mobile

Palermo is world-famous for its street food. Last summer in the Kalsa district, my cousin Giulia and I ran into Renato and his “Sfincione-mobile.” Well, he didn’t call it that, but I do! From this box on wheels, Renato sells “Il meglio dello Sfincione; Specialità all’Antica; Pulizia e Serietà” … “The best of the Sfincione;…

Since 1834, Palermitani from all walks of life have savored the dishes offered by Antica Focacceria San Francesco, a 5th generation, family-run establishment in the center of Palermo. Its name is deceptive: focaccia is only one of this gastronomic hub’s specialties. I usually fill my tray with arancine, panelle, cazzilli di patate, sfinciuni, and other…