Battimandorlo

In the historic upper section, close to the namesake church, lies one of the most compelling culinary offerings. Within rooms exuding a modern and essential vibe, blanketed in dusky evening lighting, Marco Baglieri’s excellent cuisine becomes sophisticated and almost baroque, paying homage to the urban style of one of Sicily's most enchanting cities. Both the artichoke cooked two ways on brioche with anchovy sauce and the cod with leek foam and cuttlefish ink, embellished with black truffle and basil oil—sampled on our last visit—were exceptional. The scope also extends to meat and vegetarian

The Principe di Belludia is the gourmet restaurant at the Il San Corrado di Noto hotel, a luxurious resort in a secluded rural location with two enormous swimming pools. The new executive chef Martin Lazarov showcases his love for Sicily, with a particular attention to vegetables dishes.