17/03/2024: The "Two Palms", apotheosis of flavours
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In an enchanted corner of the charming Santa Ninfa, there is a place where the Belice cuisine comes to life in ways that only passion and tradition can forge: the "Due Palme" restaurant. For over three decades, since 1985, this gastronomic institution has been the beating heart of the true Sicilian culinary essence, celebrated by the courtesy and incomparable hospitality of Gaspare, the courteous gevero of the host. With a narrative mastery that seems to dance to the rhythm of the seasons, Gaspare doesn't just serve dishes: he tells the story of each ingredient, from the origin of the meat to the philosophy behind slow cooking that transforms simple elements into sublime creations.
The dish that embodies the spirit and culinary art of the "Due Palme" is undoubtedly the pork ragù, a symphony of flavors that requires eight hours of slow cooking to reach its perfect expression. Served on fresh busiate, this dish is a declaration of love for Sicilian cuisine, enriched by "Muddica atturrata" and irresistible pork ribs that melt in your mouth, promising an unparalleled sensory journey.
But the "Due Palme" experience does not stop here. The menu reserves a second course of "augus", a heart of rib that is pure poetry for the palate, accompanied by a side dish of freshly cut potatoes, whose simplicity enhances the authenticity and freshness of the local ingredients.
In this place, where tradition meets culinary excellence, each visit becomes an indelible memory, a moment of pure joy. Alle "Due Palme" is not just a restaurant: it is an experience that celebrates the beauty and taste of Sicily with every dish served. The company led by Giovanni undoubtedly deserves exceptional recognition: five stars shine dimly compared to the excellence that the "Due Palme" offers to its lucky visitors. Everything here is exceptional, from the welcome to the flavour, from the history to the environment, making this place an obligatory stop for anyone who wants to experience the authentic cuisine of Belice.
At the end of a culinary journey that caresses the soul through the traditions of Belice, "Alle Due Palme" reserves one more surprise, a finale in perfect Sicilian style that celebrates sweetness and ingenuity: its amazing dessert menu.
The first protagonist of this sweet epilogue is the classic Sicilian cannoli, emblem of the island, which here is elevated to a work of art: crunchy golden zest envelops a soft and light ricotta cream, enriched with chocolate chips and a sprinkling of pistachio , expertly balancing sweetness and texture.
For those who wish to explore modern variations on a timeless classic, the deconstructed cannoli represents a bold but respectful reinterpretation: deconstructed on the plate, it offers a play of flavors and textures that invites a personal exploration of this traditional dessert, where each spoonful is a 'unique experience.
The zeppole with orange cream and cherry jam take the palate to a dimension where citrus and sweet blend in an aromatic embrace, with ricotta, cinnamon and hazelnut completing the picture with warm and enveloping notes.
And for lovers of more contemporary desserts, "sono Due Palme" offers sweet pizzas, a true feast for the senses: the version with Nutella is a dream come true for chocolate enthusiasts, while the one with Smarties colors the finale of an unforgettable evening with a playful and cheerful touch.
Each dessert at "Due Palme" is more than a simple dish: it is an invitation to discover, experiment and celebrate the flavors of Sicily, with attention to tradition and an eye towards modernity. This dessert menu not only worthily concludes an exceptional meal but seals the experience at "Alle Due Palme" as a sweet and persistent memory, one more reason to return to this corner of culinary paradise in the charming Santa Ninfa.
09/03/2024: It's our first time going to this place. But an immediate excellent impression. Clean, bright place, polite staff available for any eventuality. Excellent lunch. We ate divinely.
We will definitely be back to try your pizzas.
December 2, 2023 we returned for pizza with friends. Goodness the pizza
P.S.: It's nice to see the cutlery brought to the table in a very nice basket, but the napkin holders break the perfection a bit 😂.
Updated December 2 changed napkin holders are now in tune with everything else 🙂
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