Cannolo siciliano, typical Sicilian sweet that is waffle pastry filled with ricotta-cream.
Like ice cream, cheesecake, and chocolate? What about marzipan, cannoli, and sumptuous pasta? Then, come experience the cultural and historic food ways of Sicily, the Mediterranean’s largest island with the Maymester in Italy program in May 2015.
Learn more about Ohio University’s Maymester in Italy at an Info Session on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 7 p.m. in Ellis 103.
“We’ll travel Sicily’s eastern ‘Greek’ and western ‘Roman’ coasts to learn about and taste this unique island’s rich history of food traditions,” says Dr. Theresa Moran.
“We’ll also explore Sicily’s growing sustainable food movement and visit the vibrant cities of Palermo and Catania. Along with sampling gelato and cannoli, there will be time for the beach and for the baroque masterpieces of Ragusa and Noto, UNESCO World Heritage sites. And we’ll learn how Sicilian communities are reclaiming agricultural lands, once held under the Mafia’s control, to strengthen cultural identity and promote economic development in areas long accustomed to poverty.”
“Through olive, almond, and citrus groves, and in vineyards and wheat fields, we will examine the historical and contemporary reach of Sicilian agriculture. During our 18 days on the island, we will delve deep into how food serves to transmit cultural identity and how something so simple as delicious meal can be catalyst for civic and economic growth,” Moran adds.
Learn more about Ohio University’s Maymester in Italy at an Info Session on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 7 p.m. in Ellis 103.
The Maymester in Italy called “Food in Sicily” runs May 10 through 27 in Summer 2015.
Students choose one course from each group for a total of two courses (6 credits):
- Group 1: ENG 3080 J or ENG 3850
- Group 2: LING 2750, LING 4990, LING 3880, or LING 5880
For more information contact Dr. Theresa Moran, Assistant Professor of English and Food Studies theme faculty leader, at morant@ohio.edu.
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