YOU’RE SITTING AT A SICILIAN SPOT AND EATING…
Aries: They’ll take spaghetti alla carrettiera–honest, direct, fiery–with tomato, olive oil, garlic, and crushed red pepper chili flakes.
Taurus: Granita and brioche. Icy and cold, but also soft and ridiculously fluffy? Sounds pretty Taurean.
Gemini: An arancino… or maybe an arancina. Depends on which side of the island and which side of the Gemini.
Cancer: Something cozy like polpette di melanzane or parmigiana di melanzane probably; they always manage to snag an invite at a local’s house.
Leo: Gamberi rosso di Mazara. Proper stars of the Sicilian table. Just like Leos.
Virgo: Panelle in a sandwich: practical, efficient, no-nonsense.
Libra: A cassata or cannolo–thanks to their symbolism, the brightly-colored treats are even more enticing to these romantic air signs 😉
Scorpio: Anything with ricotta salata. These signs know how to appreciate a well-placed pinch of salt.
Sagittarius: A sfincione on the go will do. No time to sit at a restaurant: how boring! There are too many secret spots in Palermo to explore instead.
Capricorn: Pani ca meusa. These earth signs are always ones to appreciate a thrifty dish.
Aquarius: Pasta alla Norma because they’re the only one at the table who’s actually seen the namesake opera.
Pisces: Caponata. Like the chaotic Pisces, Sicily’s greatest contorno somehow manages to meld so many seemingly inconsistent flavors into magic.
THE SICILIAN SATELLITE ISLAND THAT FITS YOUR VIBE…
Aries: Stromboli. Explosive, quite literally, like an Aries.
Taurus: Filicudi. A harsh island that doesn’t let you in easily: Filicudi rivals these bulls when it comes to stubbornness.
Gemini: Pantelleria, a place of contrast: extreme nature on one side and a froufrou party scene on the other. It’s a vibe for these twins.
Cancer: Marettimo. The farthest of the Egadi islands, marked by a castle at the tippity top. A perfect retreat for these crabs who like to hide in their shells.
Leo: Panarea. Its size says nothing about its spirit. A place to party, perfect for these lions.
Virgo: Lipari. One of the few of these islands you can actually live on–there’s even a fire department! Precise, meticulous Virgos need a place that functions.
Libra: Salina. Luscious and lively like a Libra, this island is one of the most romantic; it’s no surprise many love stories have been filmed here.
Scorpio: Alicudi. An isolated and pungent island that’s secretly one of the coolest. Scorpios are so misunderstood!
Sagittarius: Vulcano. Sounds scary, but the volcano is dormant. Lots of smoke, no fire: very Sagittarius.
Capricorn: Favignana. Rocky and stony at first, but one of the vibrant islands once you get to know it.
Aquarius: Lampedusa. A beautiful spot that has received many refugees in recent years. As welcoming and humanitarian as these water bearers.
Pisces: Levanzo. This island has no paved streets and lives in its own little world–just like Pisces with their heads always in the clouds.
YOUR SICILIAN MOTTO IS…
Aries: Va eccati! (Go throw yourself [in the sea.]) Headstrong Aries aren’t afraid to tell it as it is. (And will throw you into the sea themselves if you aren’t careful.)
Taurus: E chi parla, l’ombrellaio? (And who’s speaking, the umbrella vendor?) means you can’t hear whomever is speaking. But stubborn Tauruses probably weren’t listening anyway. They’re going to believe whatever they believe.
Gemini: Cantami suoggira, sentimi nuora (Sing to the mother-in-law, listen to the sister-in-law). These sociable air signs know how to talk (or sing) to anyone, but it’s a good thing they really know when to close their mouths too.
Cancer: Cu picca avi, caru u teni. Chi ha poco, lo tiene caro. (Those who don’t have much, care for what they do have and nourish it.) These cozy crabs are curators of their environment and really appreciate the people and things they have.
Leo: Spacca e lassa refers to someone who talks a big game (and can’t always back it up). These fire signs love to lead and perform and are naturally charismatic; others happily follow the lead of these lions, who cares if they speak the truth or not?
Virgo: Non ni manciu chiacchiri! (I don’t eat gossip!) Chiacchiere refers not only to a type of fried dough eaten during Carnevale, but also to empty promises and gossip. Virgoes have their heads screwed on tight and are not convinced by hearsay. (Libras, on the other hand, are chiacchiere gluttons.)
Libra: Annacarsi, a fascinating Sicilian phrase that means both “to rush” and “to stall”–perfect for indecisive Libras. Fair Libras are masters in the art of moving but not too much: they like to take their time before pointing fingers.
Scorpio: A tia talìu (I’m watching you). Observant Scorpios are known for their ability to pick up on even the subtlest of cues; a trait that comes in handy when these water signs need to sting.
Sagittarius: Amunìnni! (Let’s go!) A way of urging someone to hurry up, make a decision, etc. Fitting for these impulsive signs, who tend to act quickly on their instincts without always considering the consequences.
Capricorn: Cu nesci arrinesci (Those who leave their own comfort zones succeed). These ambitious Earth signs–with an unwavering commitment to achieving their goals–know this better than anyone.
Aquarius: Mastru Cola, cu ‘na furma refers to someone who marches to the beat of their own drum. Aquarius’ drums definitely have a funky rhythm.
Pisces: Cu avi la cummirità e `un si nni servi mancu lu cunfissuri lu pò assolviri (Anyone who has the opportunity to live well and does not take advantage of it cannot be forgiven even by the priest.) These dreamy water signs are never ones to miss a great opportunity, and their lust for life is fueled by a strong imagination and creativity.
