Joshua Birk specializes in political history and cultural history across religious boundaries in the medieval Mediterranean world. His book, Norman Kings of Sicily and the Rise of the Anti-Islamic ...

Cefalù is located on the north coast of Sicily. This is a small, charming village known for its medieval historical centre, and its Norman cathedral. The Cathedral of Cefalù is also called the ...

Sicily has been influenced by many cultures, including Greek, Roman, Norman, Arab and more, so its cuisine is a unique mixture of many traditions. Some classic dishes include arancini (a fried ...