Menù 2025 at Cortile Spirito Santo

Starters

• Cipollata di seppia with guanciale, tender broccoli, and delicate ricci di mare (sea urchin) for a flavor-packed introduction.
• Palamita e gambero rosso d'Ortigia pairs fresh ortigia red shrimp with vibrant oranges, fennel, and a subtle dashi broth for a refreshing start.
• L'uovo di peppe features spring vegetables, rich truffle, guanciale, and Sicilian Grana cheese, a luxurious taste of the island's terroir.
• Sinfonia combines carrot, pistachio hummus, and a blend of spices for a vibrant vegetarian delight.

Mains

• Risotto with eel, borage leaves, and a touch of citrus captures the essence of Sicilian waters and fields.
• Ricordo di una scacciata catanese offers ravioli filled with cauliflower, sausage, pecorino cheese, and a hint of sumac, a nostalgic tribute to Catanese tradition.
• Tributo a Santa Lucia is a sumptuous spaghettone dish with wild fennel, bottarga, anchovies, and a delicate garum sauce celebrating local seafood.
• Fusilloni combines salt cod tripe, roasted onion, fermented lemon, peas, and pil pil sauce, offering a complex and comforting flavor profile.
• Il nostro pescato showcases the freshest catch with a hearty ghiotta sauce, creamy aioli, and conchiglie shells for a true taste of the sea.
• Piccione is a standout dish featuring pigeon paired with red fruits, hibiscus, and celery root, offering a refined and memorable experience.
• Agnello features tender lamb with zabaione, scorzonera, and tarragon, blending rich and herbaceous notes.
• Rana pescatrice is monkfish prepared mugnaia style with wild fennel and tender asparagus, a delicate and flavorful seafood offering.
• Carciofo offers artichokes with topinambur, provola cheese, sweet garlic, and a vegetal jus, a harmonious vegetarian main course.

Desserts

• Degustazione formaggi presents a tasting of five carefully selected Sicilian cheeses, perfect for cheese lovers.
• Omaggio al bosco is a decadent dessert featuring chocolate, tobacco, and rum, evoking the essence of the forest.
• Made in Sicily highlights almond, Mothia salt, and extra virgin olive oil for an authentic regional finale.
• Pera spinedda features a soufflé with ricotta and Modica chocolate, combining airy texture with rich flavors.
• Tartelletta is a delightful tart combining lemon, hazelnut, and coffee notes for a balanced and flavorful finish.

Drinks and Specials