From the Farm

Stories, guides, and updates from our life on the land in Northern Sicily

Culinary
January 15, 2026 · 6 min read

Cooking with What the Land Gives You

How we design our cooking classes around the rhythm of the seasons, and why January is one of the best months to taste Sicily.

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Farm Life
January 8, 2026 · 5 min read

What Winter Looks Like on a Sicilian Farm

Contrary to what you might expect, winter is one of our busiest seasons. Here's what's actually happening under the surface.

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Regeneration
December 28, 2025 · 8 min read

Why Healthy Soil Is the Key to Everything

A deep dive into what we've learned about soil biology after five years of hands-on regenerative work on our land.

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Wellness
December 18, 2025 · 4 min read

Finding Stillness: Yoga on the Mountain

Why practising yoga surrounded by hazelnut groves, fruit orchards, and Nebrodi peaks hits differently than any studio ever could.

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Stories
December 5, 2025 · 5 min read

Guest Stories: The Family Reunion

How the Martinez family used Permanido as the backdrop for a reunion that brought three generations closer together.

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Learn
November 22, 2025 · 7 min read

Permaculture 101: A Beginner's Guide

Not sure what permaculture actually means? We break it down simply: what it is, why it matters, and how you can start at home.

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Seasonal
November 10, 2025 · 6 min read

The Olive Harvest: Sicily's Golden Season

October and November are when everything comes alive on the farm. A look at what the olive harvest means, for the land and for us.

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Travel
October 28, 2025 · 3 min read

What to Pack for Your Farm Stay

Everything you actually need, and what you definitely don't. A practical guide from guests who've been here before.

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