We have known Corrado Assenza and his Caffè Sicilia for many years and have developed a relationship with him that has gradually become stronger and deeper.
Through our travel planning business, we meet many people every year, including artisans, chefs and guests, with whom we naturally form strong bonds, especially with those we feel closest to.
This is what happened with Corrado. But on a higher level.
For us, Corrado is a champion of charm and knowledge, a low-key master, a rare example of emotional intelligence and a sincere friend – often too far away to fully enjoy his precious company.
Corrado chose to be “far away” decades ago and, with his simple rules and beliefs, he has inspired, before our very eyes, dozens of travellers, food professionals, young chefs and experienced restaurateurs.
His words and his innate way of communicating have defined the pure essence of food, nourishment and the long-forgotten sanctity of handling and transforming products in the kitchen.
The entire food industry owes him a great deal of recognition and gratitude.

Livio and Kathrin Fehervary Colapinto –
Zest of Italy