Belli Freschi - Review - Ballarò - Palermo - The Infatuation

"Palermo and the west aren’t traditionally strong contenders for the best granita in Sicily (compared to historic shops in Messina, Catania, and Noto), but this newly opened gelateria is ready to give the big city a real fighting chance. Belli Freschi serves dairy-free granita and artisan gelato in cups and cones along with the classic Sicilian-style brioche bun, baked in-house. Ask for a rundown of their long list of seasonal options—like donut peach, mulberry, or cantaloupe—but make sure to also try their signature granita. Eat whatever you order in their surprisingly quiet piazzetta, or on the go as you head to Piazza Bellini or Chiesa del Gesù just around the corner." - Linda Sarris