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In 1991 Billy and Akaisha Kaderli retired at the age
of 38. Now, into their 4th decade of this
financially independent lifestyle, they invite you
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A to' Casa
Restaurant, Palermo Sicily
Billy and Akaisha Kaderli
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Palermo, the vibrant
capital of Sicily, is a sensory overload in the best possible way.
It has a bustling
street food scene and a lively music
culture that creates an atmosphere that's both
exhilarating and unforgettable.
Billy and I love to
discover hidden gems right off the main streets, and A to' Casa is a funky
jewel.
It's quirky, lively,
friendly and also relaxed.
Let's take a look.
An Aperol Spritz
The reason we came to this little
bar/restaurant, is because it was near the hubbub of the main streets, but
without the
hassles. Plus you can enjoy a a drink, some appetizers or a real meal and
observe the the street atmosphere.
Perfect.
While we have seen this
brilliant
orange drink all over Italy, it was the first time we tried one.
It's the classic Aperol
spritz.
This refreshing cocktail is
made with equal parts Aperol and
Prosecco, topped with soda water and a slice of orange. It's a light and bubbly
drink perfect for sipping on warm days.
Having an Aperol Spritz is ageless
Everyone sitting down at these tables were
all drinking an Aperol - so it must be "THE" drink to be seen sipping!
The name "A to' Casa," translates to "At Home,"
so one can expect a warm, welcoming
atmosphere.
We were not disappointed.
Serving home-cooked, traditional dishes using fresh, local ingredients
with a family-style service, this place had a friendly, relaxed environment and attentive staff.
Classic scene streetside
This young couple were also drinking Aperols
along with their Sicilian food.
The small opened round items on the plate in
front of this young woman are Arancini - a standard Sicilian dish of stuffed
fried rice balls. They are a favorite and popular street food which can be
filled with meats, cheeses or vegetables. Sometimes they are served with a sauce
underneath them or a dipping sauce.
Smiling Akaisha
As you can see on the chalkboard behind me,
Arancini are being advertised along with pasta, hamburgers and salads.
Apparently, this bar gets rockin' later on in
the evenings with various sorts of lively music.
In general,
Palermo has a known live music scene with bars and clubs hosting local and
international artists and A to' Casa is a well-known favorite spot among the
locals.
Our bill for the 2 of us
On this particular evening, we simply stopped
by for a drink, and this is our bill.
Coming to $12Euros, or about $13USD, we were
intrigued enough to return.
Would we recommend coming here for a drink
and some food?
Absolutely!
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A To' Casa
Di La Mantia Pietro
Via Discesa dei Giudici, 26
90100 Palermo
Tele: +39 327 065 4868
Serving Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks
Takeout is available, you may make reservations,
there is street parking.
Offers free Wifi, accepts Credit
Cards, has table service
Italian, European, Sicilian style foods
Retire
Early Lifestyle appeals to a different
kind of person – the person who prizes their
independence, values their time, and who doesn’t
want to mindlessly follow the crowd.
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