Welcome to The Cesarine's Cookbook, where authentic Italian recipes and tips await. Dive into generations-old family recipes, rediscovering the true flavors of Italian cuisine!
The flavors of Puglia: traditional Pugliese orecchiette
A journey through Puglia’s culinary traditions: handmade orecchiette capture the true soul of this southern Italian region
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Ten Italian Nativity Scenes You Shouldn’t Miss
From Lignano’s sand nativity to Matera’s living scene: explore Italy’s most magical Nativity Scenes
Christmas Markets in Italy: all the magic of the holidays
From Bolzano to Naples and down to Cagliari, discover dates and events for a journey through Italy’s scents, music, and Christmas magic
Pettole: Traditional Italian Fried Dough for St. Martin’s Feast
Traditionally made on November 11 and at Christmas: discover the story and recipe behind Salento’s pettole
Bread, tradition, and creativity: celebrating National Sandwich Day!
Tomorrow is Sandwich Day: discover the most iconic sandwiches and the stories that made them legendary
World Vegan Day 2025
An opportunity to reflect on health, the environment, and cuisine. And moreover, a plant-based recipe from rural tradition: fava beans and chicory
From Romagna, an autumn dessert: the Piada dei Morti
A soft focaccia rich with dried fruit, traditionally baked to mark the Day of the Dead commemoration
Halloween Treats: Pumpkin and Chocolate Cookies
Delicious cookies with a hint of cinnamon to win over witches, ghosts, and above all the little monsters knocking at our doors
International Coffee Day 2025
History, curiosities, and everything you need to know about one of the world’s most beloved beverages
Sixth International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste
On this occasion, discover tasty recipes and smart tips to give new life to your food
World Bee Day 2025
The World Bee Day celebrates these guardians of biodiversity, producers of honey, a special ingredient in our cuisine
Let's get ready to bake: it's World Baking Day!
Cookies, bread, pizzas: baking gives us so many delights. Let’s celebrate this day by making Zaletti Veronesi!
Let's celebrate all moms with a delicious two-chocolate and orange mousse cake!
A soft and exquisite dessert, an original gift idea to celebrate this special occasion
From Calabria, traditional Easter cookies: Cudduraci
The unmistakable pastries (that also pair well with cured meats) with an egg in the center
Earth Day: A Global Commitment
An event to promote a culture of small daily actions to save our planet
The Lake Carbonara to celebrate Carbonara Day 2025
A reinterpretation of the famous Roman dish that will win you over!
Zeppole di San Giuseppe
Symbolic dessert of traditional Neapolitan pastry to celebrate St. Joseph and Father's Day
An elegant and refined dessert for Women's Day: the Pavlova
A perfect combination of flavors and textures for a dessert that delights both the palate and the eyes
Valentine's Day with Baci di Dama (Lady’s Kisses)
These tiny biscuits will fill your heart with joy, just like a sweet kiss
Lasagne di Carnevale (Carnival Lasagna)
A traditional Neapolitan dish, the star of the table on Mardi Gras and Fat Thursday
Pizzelle: small, fried discs of pure delight
A must-try of Neapolitan cuisine to celebrate World Pizza Day 2025!
Let's bid farewell to the holidays with sweetness
Our Cesarina Francesca shows us how to make Purcidduzzi, a delightful treat from Apulian tradition
New Year with Flavor!
Let’s welcome 2025 with a gourmet recipe, lobster linguine, and explore some of the most iconic traditions of this magical night
A deliciously crispy fried treat: Cartellate
A dessert that is a must-have on Apulian tables during the winter season
Waiting for Christmas: second course
Myth and tradition: from the roast in pastry to Santa Claus' story
International Mountain Day
Let’s celebrate its culture and authentic flavors with a traditional recipe: the strudel