The Cesarine's Cookbook

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!

Artichoke Tortelli

Artichoke Tortelli

A delicious first course that highlights the delicate flavor of artichokes

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Artichoke Tortelli

Artichoke Tortelli

A delicious first course that highlights the delicate flavor of artichokes

Cassatelle siciliane with ricotta by Cesarina Maria Giulia

Sicilian Cassatelle

Sweet pastry pockets filled with ricotta, perfect for Carnival

Nature, sustainability, wheat field, future

Sustainability, multiple facets for a single commitment: safeguarding the planet

From tourism to cuisine, our daily choices can contribute to a greener future

Schiacciata fiorentina, Carnevale

Schiacciata fiorentina

A fluffy carnival cake

Frittelle di riso

Rice fritters

Delicious "meatball-like" fritters typical of Carnival, but perfect all year round

Baci di dama (Piedmontese chocolate hazelnut cookies)

Valentine's Day with Baci di Dama (Lady’s Kisses)

These tiny biscuits will fill your heart with joy, just like a sweet kiss

Tortelli ni

National Tortellini Day

The undisputed king of Emilian cuisine

Lasagne di Carnevale

Lasagne di Carnevale (Carnival Lasagna)

A traditional Neapolitan dish, the star of the table on Mardi Gras and Fat Thursday

Scroccadenti

Scroccadenti

Crunchy spelt flakes meet the softness of custard cream

chiacchiere

Chiacchiere

The classic Carnival crispy pastries with a thousand different names

Smeraldini

Smeraldini

The (less famous) cousins of tortellini, but just as tasty

Ricotta and Lemon Ravioli by Cesarina Maria Rosaria

Grandma Rosa's Ravioli

Delicious ricotta ravioli with a tangy hint of lemon

Malfatti

Malfatti (Italian ricotta and spinach dumplings)

A simple dish but rich in authentic flavors

Straccetti with pumpkin

Pumpkin Pasta Recipe: Straccetti con la Zucca

A delightful meeting of pasta, pumpkin, zucchini, mint and pecorino romano

Ciasonjie Fighes

Ciasonjie da Fighes Recipe (Fig Ravioli)

How to make delicious stuffed pasta from the Trentino-Alto Adige region

Crescia fotografata dall'alto

Crescia Flatbread Recipe

The classic thin bread from the Marche region

Cesarina cuts polenta on the cutting board

From the North, a rich and flavorful comfort food: Polenta Uncia

A skillful combination of polenta, cheese, and butter for a recipe that warms up cold winter days

Stuffed peppers baked in the oven by Cesarina Anna

Stuffed peppers baked in the oven

An easy and tasty dish, perfect for an evening with friends

Winter Panzanella by Cesarina Lara

Winter Panzanella

A reinterpretation of the famous Tuscan dish with ingredients typical of the colder months

Ricotta and spinach ravioli still to be cooked

Ricotta and Spinach Ravioli

A timeless classic of Italian stuffed fresh pasta

cicchetti with anchovises

Venetian cicchetti: flavors and places to discover

Cicchetti and the most authentic neighborhoods of venice: a unique gastronomic experience in the Serenissima

Bologna viewed form above

The Emilian Cuisine

Discover the history and unique characteristics of Emilian cuisine

pizza fritta

Pizzelle: small, fried discs of pure delight

A must-try of Neapolitan cuisine to celebrate World Pizza Day 2025!

Rivotiche (Abruzzese Crepes)

Rivotiche (Abruzzese Crepes)

Easy to prepare, Abruzzese crepes that can be topped in countless ways

Insalata russa (Olivier salad) by Cesarina Silvana

Insalata russa (Olivier salad)

Delicious appetizer or excellent side dish, let's discover this recipe with endless variations

steamed meatloaf on a dish

Italian-style meatloaf

How to save your christmas meal leftovers without sacrificing flavor

Befana

Let's bid farewell to the holidays with sweetness

Our Cesarina Francesca shows us how to make Purcidduzzi, a delightful treat from Apulian tradition

Spaghetti with red pine mushroom sauce

Spaghetti with red pine mushroom sauce

An original recipe to celebrate World Spaghetti Day

sicilian buccellato

Sicilian Buccellato

The sicilian year-End treat: a delight of dried fruits and sweet decorations

Fireworks in the mountains

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

table setting

Waiting for Christmas: the dessert

The soft Christmas magic of pandoro

Cartellate della Cesarina Anna

A deliciously crispy fried treat: Cartellate

A dessert that is a must-have on Apulian tables during the winter season

pitfire in the fireplace

Waiting for Christmas: second course

Myth and tradition: from the roast in pastry to Santa Claus' story

Santa Lucia Statue

Santa Lucia in Sicily

December 13th in Sicily, from famine to feast

Montagne e prati alpini

International Mountain Day

Let’s celebrate its culture and authentic flavors with a traditional recipe: the strudel

Christmas markets with snow

Waiting for Christmas: the first course

Lasagna and the presepe: two pillars of Italian tradition that celebrate the cultural diversity of our country.

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