We had a wonderful experience in Catania and the hosts were so friendly and accomodating. Loretta brought us a traditional breakfast on the first morning and offered advice on where to eat/drink etc. The accomodation offers an authentic Sizilien experience and sits on a residential side street. It is well equipped for preparing a meal, though it has only one bedroom with a day bed in the living room area, which for us was no problem. It has a small balcony for drying clothes/towels, so no real outside space, though we often sat outside the front door, great for a few days city break. The castle area, less than 5 minutes walk away, offers good restaurants at great prices as many locals eat and socialise there. There is a great bakery round the corner which is really cheap, and other shops in the area. I had an injured foot on the last day so our lovely hosts even drove us to the airport. Thanks again Loretta and Antonio!