Palermo, June 28, 2026 – The Delegation of Sicily organized a lunch for the needy of the community at the soup kitchen of the San Francesco Mission of the Capuchin Friars in Palermo.

The initiative, which reflects the motto of the Sicilian Delegation of the Sacred Military Constantinian Order of St. George “to be rather than to seem”, carries a deep human and religious meaning aimed at putting the words of the Gospel into practice. The Grand Master, H.R.H. Prince Carlo of Bourbon Two Sicilies, Duke of Castro and Head of the Royal House, guides and promotes these charitable events.

The Knights and Dames who took part not only purchased the food supplies but also, together with the mission volunteers coordinated by Mr. Mimmo Scaffidi, cooked the meals for sixty people in need. A major contribution was made by Commendatore Carmelo Sammarco, who shared his forty years of experience in the catering sector by creating a menu inspired by the flavors and traditions of typical Sicilian cuisine. The menu featured penne pasta with fresh tomato, basil, fried eggplant, and salted ricotta; baked meat with seasoned breadcrumbs and potatoes; and almond pastries and puff pastries. At the end of the lunch, the knights cleaned the tables and the dining hall.

The highly successful event was made possible thanks to the contribution of the Vice Delegate of Sicily, Noble Antonio di Janni, Knight Grand Cross of Grace; Chancellor Claudio Ragusa, Knight Commander of Merit; Master of Ceremonies Carmelo Sammarco, Knight Commander of Merit; Vincenzo Nuccio, Knight Commander of Merit; Mariella Spagnola, Dame of Merit; Maria Lo Castro, Dame of Merit; and the meritorious Marianna De Santis.