Lucia’s place is the perfect location and having the garden is fantastic, and as you wander around Modica you’ll realise it’s a rare luxury. We thought the location was fascinating, there are a couple of caves in the garden, and you’ll notice other places around the town built into the rock. You are also right in the middle of the lower town, a hop and a kick from shops, and a huge choice of bars, cafes and restaurants. We didn’t have time to check out all Lucia’s recommendations, but having Cafe Adamo with its amazing cakes and gelato two minutes away is a bonus, but probably not for your arteries. Just as good as the famous places in Noto I thought. I had the best bruschetta of the holiday at Rappa Enoteca. There is a a pasta factory on Via Marchesa Tedesci, turn right up the hill from Piazza Mazzini, which I found really interesting and loved being able to bring home pasta from the source. And not on Lucia’s list is Umami, again up the hill on Via MT, on the left. Great seafood, modern take on Sicilian food with a couple of Japanese touches. Thanks to Lucia and Carmela who met us and settled us in.