noto italy

The best travel advice to Noto
and southeast Sicily

Read the blog, buy the book and plan your unforgettable visit to the beautiful city of Noto and the Mediterranean island of Sicily, Italy.

October 26, 2024

The Best Restaurants in Ortigia Island

Sort the wheat from the chaff when dining in Ortigia Island

October 19, 2024

How to Make Noto Caponata

'Chef Matteo' joins the kitchen at Sabbinirica to learn how to make home made Noto Caponata

October 11, 2024

Your Visit to Modica - the chocolate capital of Sicily

One of most beautiful cities of the Val di Noto and famous for chocolate!

A restaurant set inside a historic building in Noto, Italy

The Best Holiday Island In The Mediterranean

Vogue and The Telegraph think this corner of Sicily is a must visit. We agree! To help you get the most from your visit to Noto and the Val di Noto we have created a book filled with ideas, restaurants and experiences.

The Book
A table outdoors with a mediterranean breakfast laid out ready to eat

Stay At The Rooftop

For friends and family we have created a stunning luxury apartment in the residential heart of Noto. Want the perfect base for a holiday in the Val di Noto, we have you covered.

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The Man Behind The Website

Matt Bird, or Matteo, as he is sometimes known in Sicily, lives between London and the beautiful city of Noto.

He first visited Noto and the Val di Noto in 2021 and like many people, fell in love with the place, people and life.

Matt loves discovering new delights to write about for you and others to enjoy.

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