Nested on the gently rolling hills of Noto, in the midst of the enchanting south-oriental Sicilian countryside, Country House Villadorata is a charming summer residence. Located between the baroque city and the sea, it sits on an organic farm extending over an area of more than 22 hectares. More precisely, the property is planted with hundred-year-old olive trees, almond trees, citrus and vineyards cultivated according to biodynamic methods. Originally a winepress dating the 18th century, its renovation was carefully studied to merge in the nature while offering the traveler a resolutely contemporary experience with a “vintage” touch for the choice of furniture, the result being luxury, elegant, timeless and mostly peaceful.
The swimming pool, besides its organic shape evoking the natural ponds of the area, is supplied with fresh water filtered by a special mixture of mineral salts, magnesium, potassium, iodine and mineral nutrients, the virtues of which are renown since Antiquity and which reproduce the wholesome virtues of thermal waters. Country House Villadorata opted from the beginning for self-sufficiency in terms of energy. As a result, thanks to sophisticated green technologies (photovoltaic, thermal solar energy) it manages to produce most of its own electricity and water supply.
Respect for ingredients, sustainability, valorization of the territory and its biodiversity are the principles of this gastronomic experience together with the joy to “restore”. Locally produced ingredients (and some are literally km “0”) are at the center of the menu together with some of the chef’s classic dishes. In addition to vegetables, tomatoes and aromatic herbs, the protagonists are ancient grain flours, smoked products, fire, oven, oil and lemon.
