A day without a plan. Well, except for the fish market and the castello and ………. Our last day here in Ortigia.
The fish is front and center here, but the veg and fruits were beautiful. Very vibrant and bustling – as are most European markets I’ve experienced. Fun ways to watch locals grocery shop and enjoy the bustle.
We also did a little eavesdropping on a couple of diminutive older women who were admiring the “cute little Italian boys” by which they meant the rather flamboyant young fishmongers. They said they could be late for the boat…..
We haven’t been able to find the definitive mythology for this beautiful bronze, but it was a gorgeous and strong piece of art.
The Castello Maniace is the tip of Ortigia. A fortress for war and protection. But now being prepared for an art exhibit. Well worth our time. And a great place to enjoy the sea beeeze.
And finally wine in coffee cups on our terrace as we recap the day and, of course, plan our next meal! At Retrocena with seafood pastas, shared salads and three spoons with the house made mango sorbet. Quite an elegant small establishment celebrating its 10th anniversary. Husband and wife team did it all by themselves, which she said would not be possible in the busy summer months. A stroll to Archimedes Piazza, down Corso Matteotti nearly back to our hotel before turning into the winding lanes to get there.
Meriviglioso!!!
Meanwhile & Far Away 