a Sicilian haircut...

Two years ago, Diego from the Lemon Tree introduced Joe to Mario - the best barber in Taormina.  Since he was looking a bit ragged around the edges, Joe decided it was time to pay a visit for his Sicilian haircut.

An appointment was made for 6pm, and Mario asked what Joe wanted...I piped up and said "George Clooney"...

a blur of activity before the cut

Mario started with a razor cut, brushing Joe off every few minutes and talking all the time...he lived in Australia for several years so his English is excellent.  As so often happens, he knows a waiter from one of our favorite restaurants in New York City...they grew up together !

the master at work

After about 45 minutes, it was time for the Sicilian shampoo...

Another 15 minutes of "touch up"...

so...an hour after we arrived, I got my "George Clooney"...lookin' good !!

And, in yet another coincidence, Mario lives on Contrada Mastrissa, the same road as The Lemon Tree.  So, as the haircut ended and farewells were said, Mario said that since we are "neighbors",
to please call him for anything we might need during our visit.  Another member of "la famiglia".

The adventures continue....

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