Considered the Oasis of the well-being of the Hyblaeans, the "World Food Travel Association" awarded Buccheri in 2021 as the "Best Culinary Destination in the World." 1st Municipality ambassador of the agri-food sector granted by the Italian Observatory of Food and Wine Excellence. In 2015, Buccheri was again promoted as the World Capital of Extra Virgin Olive Oil... #tuttitaly
Located in Sicily, the picturesque town of Buccheri enchants visitors with its strong focus on tourism and agriculture. Its excellent culinary tradition is evident in high-quality typical products such as extra virgin olive oil, meats, cured meats, mushrooms, and truffles.
Buccheri has been internationally recognized for its culinary excellence and was awarded the "Best Culinary Destination in the World" by the World Food Travel Association. Additionally, the town has been bestowed with the title of World Capital of High-Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil in the prestigious Sol d'Oro competition in Verona.
Must-Visit Places
The Colle Terreo hosts the remains of the Norman Castle, with crucial historical evidence still visible. Nearby stands the Church of S. Antonio Abate, which dominates the town from a scenic staircase and houses exciting works of art. You can admire the spectacular Church of S. Maria Maddalena with a magnificent marble statue by Antonello Gagini along Vittorio Emanuele. Furthermore, the Church of San Michele preserves a wooden crucifix from the 16th-century and seventeenth-century works of art.
Culinary Traditions
The "funciddi," cookies made with dried fruit, are just one of the many culinary treasures of the Buccheri tradition, along with special bread like co pipi, pani cu l'uovu, uliva nera, and other typical dishes that tell the rich agri-food history of the place.
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