Chef Giuseppe Branca
Chef At Home in Catania
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Sicilian passionate about cooking hearty dishes with my extra virgin olive oil, herbs, oranges & wild veggies from my farm for Sicily’s flavors
I am a proud Sicilian with a deep love for cooking authentic, hearty dishes that carry the soul of our island’s rich culinary traditions. Growing up, I spent countless hours in the kitchen with my nonna, learning time-honored recipes passed down through generations. From rolling fresh pasta to perfecting rustic sauces, her teachings rooted me in Sicily’s vibrant food culture. As a farmer, I grow extra virgin olive oil, aromatic herbs, and fruits on my own farm, infusing my dishes with their fresh, vibrant flavors. My passion for cooking has been shaped by travels abroad, where I explored diverse culinary landscapes, adding new dimensions to my craft. Now, I delight in sharing these soulful dishes with visitors from around the world, inviting them to savor the true flavors of Sicily through every bite. Whether it’s a simple plate of pasta or a rustic family recipe, I pour my heart into creating meals that celebrate our heritage and bring people together.

More about me
For me, cooking is...
Cooking is my heart, blending Sicilian traditions with my farm’s fresh ingredients. It’s joy, connection, and sharing Sicily’s soulful flavors
I learned to cook at...
I’m a Sicilian, cooking with my nonna’s recipes, honed at Grossi Florentino in Melbourne, Maruzzella in Madrid, Sagrè, and with Chef E. Pantorno.
A cooking secret...
My secret? Cooking Sicilian dishes with my nonna, where every recipe holds generations of love and flavor keeping inside the smell of biodiversity
My menus
- Crudo di pesce, crudité of Seasonal fish, Red prawns, White prawns, Scampi and Marinated Smoked Swordfish
- Calamari Marinati, Marinated calamari with capers, stracciatella cheese and a drop of Evo oil
- Polpette miste, Sicilian Zucchini Blossom Pancakes, Palermitan Potato Croquettes and Ricotta Fritters
- Tuma Fritta, uova arriminate col pane fritto e canazzo, Fried Sicilian Tuma cheese with fried bread and eggs served with vegetable caponata
- Risotto ai frutti di Mare with mussels, swordfish, calamari and prawns
- Paccheri Pasta ai crostacei, with maine lobster, langoustine and prawns
Risotto gamberetti e zucchine, Italian rise with Zucchini and prawns
Risotto zucca e gambero, Italian style risotto with pumpkin and prawns
- Triglie fritte e calamaro ripieno, Fried Red Mullet & Stuffed Squid with Breadcrumbs, Capers, Pecorino, and Lemon
- Capone nelle foglie di vite, Lampuga Wrapped in Vine Leaves with Olive Oil & Lemon Emulsion, Served with Vegetable Caponata
- Pesce spada alla ghiotta, oven swordfish steak smothered in a rich, spicy tomato sauce with capers, olives, and herbs
- Trancio di ricciola, Amberjack with pistacchio crust served with vegetables
- Cannoli Siciliani, Sicilian Cannoli Filled with Fresh Ricotta
- Selezione di dolci tipici Siciliani, Selection Sicilian of typical dessert
- Frutta Siciliana di stagione, Sicilian seasonal fruit
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- Cazzilli di patate alla palermitana, potatoes friters with garlic, parsley and black pepper
- Parmigiana di Melanzane, eggplants with tomatoes sauce, pecorino cheese and basil
- Selezione di olive e formaggi, selection of Sicilian Olives and Sicilian cheese from Erei mountain
- Busiate alla Trapanese, fresh pasta with Sicilian pesto (tomatoes, almond, garlic)
- Linguine ai gamberi, Linguine pasta with prawns, fresh tomatoes sauce and a bit of parsley and basil herbs
- Spaghetti alla carrettiera, pasta with garlic, parsley, pecorino cheese and breadcrumbs
- Spaghetti con le Sarde e finocchietto, Old style spaghetti with Sardines and Wild Fennel
- Polpette di manzo in agrodolce, meat balls with sweet and sour onion serve with breadcrumbed peppers
- Carne alla pizzaiola, beef steak with tomatoes sauce, cheese, carrots served with mashed potatoes
- Involtini di maiale, stuffed pork rolls with pecorino cheese and pistacchio served with green beans
- Filetti di Sgombro al pangrattato, Mackerel Fillet with Breadcrumb Crust Served with Boiled Wild Greens and garlic
- Tiramisu Siciliano, Sicilian Tiramisu
- Lemon granita with meant garnish
- Seasonal fresh fruit and dry fruit
- Selection of ricotta cream Bignè
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- Bruschetta al pomodoro e olive, Two Bruschetta, one with garlic, black olives and another with fresh tomatoes and parsley
- Formaggi misti, cured pecorino cheese, fresh ricotta and caciocavallo cheese
- Frittata con senape, free range eggs with wild vegetable and a touch of garlic
- Selezione di Olive e pomodori secchi, a selection of green and black olives and sundry tomatoes
- Antipasto Caprese, Buffalo mozzarella from Ragusa and fresh tomatoes salad with basil
- Busiate alla Trapanese, fresh pasta with Sicilian pesto (tomatoes, almond, garlic)
- Maccheroncini alla Norma with tomato sauce, eggplants and aged ricotta cheese
- Rigatoni al pesto di pistacchio, pasta with Etna mountain pistachio and pork guanciale
- Paccheri al pesce spada, pasta with swordfish, eggplants and a touch of mint
- Calamari ripieni Stuffed calamari with breadcrumbs and aromatic herbs served with Sicilian orange and fennel salad
- Grouper fish filet with pistachio crust served with roasted potatoes and olive sauce
- Bistecca di trinca Siciliana ai ferri, Sicilian beef steak served with green salad
- Involtino di maiale, pork rolls stuffed with soft cheese, pistacchio and breadcrumbs served with vegetables
- Cassata Siciliana – Lush sponge cake soaked in liqueur, layered with sweetened ricotta, candied fruits, and encased in vibrant green marzipan, topped with icing and candied citrus
- Frutta Siciliana di stagione, Sicilian seasonal fruit
Lemon granita with meant garnish
Tiramisù Siciliano con Piparelle – Velvety mascarpone cream layered with coffee-soaked piparelle (crisp, anise-scented Sicilian biscuits), dusted with cocoa
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- Olive nere fritte e crostini con ricotta fritta, Crispy fried black olives paired with golden crostini topped with crunchy, creamy fried ricotta bites, a rustic Sicilian antipasto delight
- Uova monachelle, Hard-boiled eggs coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and grated pecorino cheese, then deep-fried until golden and crispy—a classic Sicilian treat
- Insalata di Limoni pani a’nsalata, Lemon salad dressed with extra-virgin olive oil, salt, pepper, parsley, and leek, served with bread
- Granatine polpette, Large pomegranate-sized meatballs made with veal and pork, garlic, eggs, sun-dried tomatoes, grated pecorino, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper
- Involtini alla trapanese, Tender beef rolls stuffed with seasoned breadcrumbs, pecorino cheese, garlic, parsley, and caciocavallo, simmered in tomato sauce, served with green beans
- Caponata di Verdure e polpette di patate, mixed vegetable caponata (spinach, wild greens, chicory, broccoli, cauliflower, celery) with potato croquettes, served with homemade bread crostini and homemade mayonnaise
- Pasticcio di carciofi e piselli,tender artichoke and pea casserole served alongside a fresh white bean salad dressed with olive oil and lemon
- Sicilian Cannolo, iconic crisp pastry tube filled with creamy ricotta, candied fruit, and a dusting of powdered sugar
- Cassata Siciliana – Lush sponge cake soaked in liqueur, layered with sweetened ricotta, candied fruits, and encased in vibrant green marzipan, topped with icing and candied citrus
- Mix of Sicilian small dessert, a delightful assortment of traditional Sicilian sweets, including mini cannoli, almond pastries, and more
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- Latte fritto, Fried Milk Slices a unique Sicilian snack, thick milk custard—enriched with eggs and flour, seasoned with a touch of salt, pepper, and a bit of grated cheese
- Olive con mollica, Stuffed Green Olives with Seasoned Breadcrumbs Drizzled in Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
- Sarde in pastella, Fried Sardines in Batter made with flour and water
- Pane e panelle, rosetta bread stuffed with a generous pile of hot, crispy panelle thin, golden chickpea flour fritters
- Spaghetti con le zucchine fritte, al dente spaghetti tossed with golden, crispy-fried zucchini slices serve with salted ricotta cheese
- Spaghetti alle olive nere, pasta with fresh tomatoes and black olives
- Spaghetti al nero, pasta with Black squid ink ragù
- Bucatini con le sarde, Bucatini with sardines, wild fennel, raisins, pine nuts, and toasted breadcrumbs
- Seppie Ripiene, Stuffed Cuttlefish with Tentacles, Breadcrumbs, Egg, Garlic, and Parsley Served Hot with Lemon Juice
- Polpette di sarde in umido, sardines balls made with breadcrumbs, raisin, pinenuts cooked in a homemade tomatoes sauce
- Costolette di maiale ubriache, Pork Chops Drunken Style, Served with Tomato Extract, Red Wine Aromas, Sweet-Sour Onions, and Oven-Roasted Potatoes
- Agnello in Fricassea, Lamb Fricassée Sicilian Style tender pieces of lamb slowly braised in a light soffritto of onion and garlic with extra-virgin olive oil, then enriched with a luxurious egg-lemon liaison
- Bianco magiare, refreshing Sicilian almond pudding served with Toasted Almonds
- Cannoli Siciliani, Sicilian Cannoli Filled with Fresh Ricotta
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Bruschetta with fresh tomatoes, garlic, oregano and extra-vergin olive oil (vegetarian)
Pepata di cozze, mussels soup with fresh tomatoes, garlic and parsley
Salsiccia con patate, Sicilian sausage with potatoes and grilled vegetables
Involtini di maiale, stuffed pork rolls with pecorino cheese and pistacchio served with green beans
Free range eggs frittata with potatoes, onion and tomatoes salad
Spada al forno, swordfish steak, served with Sicilian mix salad (lattuce, onion, carrots, fresh tomatoes)
Sicilian Cannolo, iconic crisp pastry tube filled with creamy ricotta, candied fruit, and a dusting of powdered sugar
Cassata Siciliana – Lush sponge cake soaked in liqueur, layered with sweetened ricotta, candied fruits, and encased in vibrant green marzipan, topped with icing and candied citrus
Mix of Sicilian small dessert, a delightful assortment of traditional Sicilian sweets, including mini cannoli, almond pastries, and more
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Frittata con verdure selvatiche, omelette free range eggs with wild vegetables (vegetarian)
Parmigiana di Melanzane, eggplants with tomatoes sauce, pecorino cheese and basil
Selezione di olive verdi e nere, selection of green and black olives
Busiate alla Trapanese, fresh pasta with Sicilian pesto (tomatoes, almond, garlic)
Linguine zucchine e gamberetti, pasta with Zucchini and Prawns
Spaghetti alla carrettiera, pasta with garlic, parsley, pecorino cheese and breadcrumbs
Polpette di manzo in agrodolce, meat balls with sweet and sour onion serve with breadcrumbed peppers
Carne alla pizzaiola, beef steak with tomatoes sauce, cheese, carrots served with mashed potatoes
Involtini di maiale, stuffed pork rolls with pecorino cheese and pistacchio served with green beans
Sicilian Cannolo with sweet ricotta cheese
Lemon granita with meant garnish
Seasonal fresh fruit and dry fruit
Selection of Custard or ricotta cream Bignè
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Crudité of Seasonal fish, Red prawns, White prawns, Scampi and Marinated Smoked Swordfish
Marinated Calamari with capers and a drop of Extravirgin Olive Oil
Patate al lime, Potatoes with lime and prawns
Selection of Seasonal cheese from Erei mountain and green Olives (As an Appetizer/aperitive)
Paccheri ai crostacei, pasta with maine lobster, langoustine and prawns
Risotto ai frutti di Mare, Sicilian style risotto with mussels, swordfish, calamari and prawns
Spaghetti al nero, pasta with Black squid ink ragù
Bucatini con le sarde, Bucatini with sardines, wild fennel, raisins, pine nuts, and toasted breadcrumbs
Dentice al Sale, snapper fish cooked in salt rock
Pesce spada al forno, oven swordfish steak smothered in a rich tomato sauce with capers, olives, and herbs
Filetto di tonno, tuna fillet with sweet and sour onion served with capper sauce and grilled vegetables
Polpette di sarde in umido, sardines balls made with breadcrumbs, raisin, pinenuts cooked in a homemade tomatoes sauce
Sicilian pastries with almonds and choccolate
Sicilian Cannolo, iconic crisp pastry tube filled with creamy ricotta, candied fruit, and a dusting of powdered sugar
Fresh fruit, fresh seasonal Sicilian fruits, bursting with natural sweetness and vibrant island flavors
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