27/05/2026
At I Segreti del Chiostro in Palermo, Sicily’s convent pastry tradition still lives on.
For centuries, the nuns of Santa Caterina created biscuits, pastries, fritters and preserves behind the monastery walls — not only as an art, but also to support the convent itself.
Walking through these rooms feels like stepping into another time: the scent of almonds, sugar and citrus everywhere, ancient recipes carefully preserved, and a little piece of authentic Sicily hidden in the heart of Palermo.
One of those places that makes you slow down and simply enjoy the beauty of Sicilian traditions.