The story
At Pasticceria Soave on Corso Indipendenza, the Frama Twins found a deal that sounds too good to be true: a giant granita and brioche combo for just €3. They confirm it’s “real and not a scam”—a fun, affordable taste of Catania’s pastry culture. The chocolate granita is called out as “the best,” with the brioche described as “huge and warm,” though they note a “slight eggy taste.”
Beyond the chocolate, the shop also offers pistachio and almond granita, all paired with their signature giant brioche. It’s a casual, tourist-friendly local spot with outdoor seating, delivering an oversized, wallet-friendly experience that’s more about the spectacle than perfection. For €3, it’s a genuine Catania moment.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2024.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 4 dish mentions say about the food
The towering brioche gigante steals the show with its pillowy, buttery layers, earning unanimous praise. Overall, the vibe is one of warm, indulgent simplicity, where one perfect pastry defines the experience.
“The brioche is huge, warm, and soft. It's good with the granita, the contrast between the hot brioche and the cold granita is beautiful. But maybe it has a bit too much egg taste.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Pasticceria Soave. Most active: Frama Twins
Pasticceria Soave in Catania offers a giant granita and brioche combo for just €3, which is real and not a scam; the chocolate granita is the best, the brioche is huge and warm, and despite a slight eggy taste, it's a great deal and a fun experience.
Dishes mentioned
Granita al Cioccolato
The chocolate granita is good, you can really taste the chocolate. It's strong and you feel it as it melts in your mouth. I like it more than the pistachio one.
Granita al Pistacchio
The pistachio granita is more delicate, you feel it and you don't feel it. It's not strong, you mostly get the aftertaste of pistachio. It's very light, probably because the amount of pistachio isn't very high compared to other flavors.
Granita alla Mandorla
The almond granita is denser, you can taste the almond. It gives you that aftertaste at the end, stronger than the pistachio. I think it's better than the pistachio, but I still prefer the chocolate.
- Brioche
