WHERE TO EAT

FLORIO RESTAURANT Salita Belmonte, 43 www.roccofortehotels.com

It’s hard to beat the location of this refined restaurant, gazing out over the gardens of Villa Igiea and the ocean beyond. The menu, designed by chef Fulvio Pierangelini, is wide-ranging and the neighbouring Igiea terrazza bar is a gorgeous place to round off your meal with one of the best cocktails in the city.

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A’NÌCA RISTORANTE & PIZZA GOURMET Via Alloro, 135

Diners can choose from a selection of delicious authentic pizzas at this popular eatery in the historical centre, which also has a great line in local wines. The outdoor dining space here is perfectly placed for a leisurely afternoon of people watching while you dine, and prices are fairly reasonable. € €

I SEGRETI DI CHIOSTRO Piazza Bellini, 33 www.isegretidelchiostro.shop

This cake shop is an experience not to be missed while in Palermo. The entrance to the bakery takes you through the atmospheric corridors of the former Dominican monastery of St. Catherine. Once inside you’ll be greeted by a dizzying array of treats, from enormous cannoli to biscuits, cassata and sweets, which you can eat with a coffee, sitting on the benches in the cloister garden. €

PALAZZO SAMBUCA Via Alloro, 26

This friendly, family-owned restaurant offers a great taste of the city, serving a menu of classic Sicilian dishes, with a focus on seafood. The sophisticated, contemporary interior makes for a relaxing place to dine in close proximity to many attractions of the centro storico. € €

TRATTORIA AL FERRO DI CAVALLO Via Venezia, 20 www.ferrodicavallopalermo.it

A favourite among locals, this lively trattoria has been on the go since 1944 and specialises in typical Palermitan cuisine. Prices are good, the atmosphere laid-back and it’s generally full of locals. Arrive early to grab a table, and bring your best Italian skills as not all the staff speak English. €