Traditional cakes: in Sicily it's always a party!

The celebrations never end! Whether it's a birthday, a graduation or an anniversary, there's always something worth getting together and raising a glass for.

Every self-respecting celebration has one element that can never be missing: the cake! Minimalist, modern, traditional, tiered, naked, simple or decorated: whatever it is, it is the undisputed star of the moment being celebrated.

In our workshop we carefully make every cake every day, giving shape and flavour to the wishes expressed to us. For lovers of traditional cakes, the queen is Sicilian Cassata, beautiful to look at with its candied fruit decorations and made with sheep's milk ricotta according to the old Catanese recipe.

Among the island's typical ingredients the king is undoubtedly pistachio, the star of Pistanut: this irresistible cake, entirely covered in chopped pistachios, has a heart in which layers of soft Sacher sponge alternate with pistachio cream. Love at first bite!

Another historic sweet of Sicilian origin is the Torta Savoia, created to celebrate the annexation of Sicily to the Kingdom of Italy: its ingredients include Piedmont hazelnuts, in honour of the House of Savoy. Under the glossy glaze, each slice reveals alternating layers of biscuit sponge and soft cream made with three kinds of chocolate and hazelnuts. A real treat for cocoa lovers!

For those who love genuine flavours, the ones that recall grandma's homemade cakes, the Torta Delizia is an almond-based cake that celebrates the refined elegance and flavour of traditional Sicilian pastry-making.

At Ottagono you'll always find the classics – such as Millefoglie, Fedora and fresh fruit tarts – and the must-have cakes of the moment, such as the Tart Cake or the Drip Cake, as well as a menu dedicated to modern cakes. Choose your favourite: every sweet wish is our command!