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!

Nativity scene, Christmas crèche, Italy’s most beautiful nativity scenes of 2025

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

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Nativity scene, Christmas crèche, Italy’s most beautiful nativity scenes of 2025

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

Ravazzate

Sicilian Ravazzate: a timeless classic of Palermo’s Rosticceria

A traditional Sicilian recipe with a simple dough that hides a rich filling of ragù and peas

Christmas Markets in Italy 2025-2026

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

Small steaks in yellow sauce

A second course between tradition and flavor: small steaks in yellow sauce

From Parmesan tradition, a tasty dish that can win over every palate

Iris

Baked Sicilian Iris: the dessert with a delicious heart

Little pockets of sweetness with a soft dough, filled with ricotta and chocolate

Pettole, also known as pittule, a traditional Apulian treat enjoyed at Christmas or on St. Martin’s Day

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

Vincotto

Discover Vincotto: The "Black Nectar" of Apulian Tradition

The traditional grape syrup from Southern Italy, made from cooked grape must and commonly used to flavor typical Apulian desserts

Cesarini Chiara and Francesco

Getting to Know Cesarini Chiara and Francesco from Turin

Chiara and Francesco, lovers of cooking since childhood, bring the flavors of their beloved Sicily to the table of their home in Turin

Sandwich

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, vegetables

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

Piada dei Morti, traditional dessert from Romagna

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

Pork Roast with Milk

Pork Roast with Milk

A timeless classic of home cooking with simple ingredients—easy to make and incredibly flavorful

Pan co' Santi

Pan co' Santi

A rustic dessert from the Siena tradition, prepared for All Saints’ Day and the All Souls’ Day

Cesarina Catia

A bite of autumn: Catia’s vegetarian pear tart

A simple yet refined dessert that captures the bold flavors of the season

Pasta

World Pasta Day 2025

Let's celebrate this day with a typical Romagna recipe: Strozzapreti al Ragù

Zucca in saor

Pumpkin in Saor: the flavor of Autumn

A classic of Venetian cuisine inspired by the tradition of Venetian sailors

Carved pumpkins, Halloween, jack-o'-lanterns

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

Florentine coccoli on a wooden board with stracchino cheese

Coccoli Fiorentini

How to make fried doughballs, a typical Florentine streetfood speciality

Mediterranean Pumpkin

 A farming heritage from Southern Italy: the Mediterranean Pumpkin

Born from the heart of farming tradition, today it’s the perfect autumn dish to comfort your palate

Castagnaccio

From Chestnut Flour to Castagnaccio: A Journey Through Rural Tuscany

Once a humble peasant dish, today it’s a beloved staple on autumn tables and at seasonal festivals

Pumpkin and pancetta tortelli topped with butter and sage

Stuffed Pasta with Fall Flavor: Pumpkin and Bacon Tortelli

An Italian classic that marries the creamy sweetness of pumpkin with the savory depth of bacon

World Food Day 2025

World Food Day 2025

Discover anti-waste recipes and simple daily actions to cut food waste and help build a better future together

Ligurian Picagge with Chestnut Flour

Ligurian Picagge with chestnut flour: the pasta of Autumn

Picagge, an ancient hand-rolled pasta from Liguria, now in its autumn version with chestnut flour

Pasta e fagioli (Pasta with Borlotti Beans)

Cozy up with a bowl of Pasta e Fagioli this fall

Join us in cooking this beloved Italian classic, just the way our Cesarina Emilia makes it

Neapolitan fried pizza snacks called Montanare (pizzelle fritte)

Montanare: Naples’ Golden Bite of Fried Street Food Bliss

Get the recipe and bring these irresistible Neapolitan fried pizza bites to your kitchen!

Chestnut Flour Tagliatelle

Chestnut Flour Tagliatelle with Sausage, Pumpkin, and Taleggio Fondue

From the Modenese Apennines, a recipe with chestnut flour as the star ingredient of a pasta with a unique and original flavor

Cesarini Barbara and Andrea

Let's meet Barbara and Andrea Cesarini from Zocca

Passionate about cooking since childhood, they share with us the flavors and secrets of the culinary traditions of the Modenese Apennines

Torta delle Rose

Torta delle Rose: history and secrets of a stunning dessert

Tall, fluffy and fragrant, a festive cake that stands out for its unique shape

Chocolate-Glazed Beef Knuckle by Cesarina Ita

Chocolate-Glazed Beef Knuckle

An unexpected duo that turns tradition into gourmet magic

Mattonella di ceci con pomodori, ricotta, foglie di basilico e acciughe

Let’s get ready for World Vegetarian Day with a plant-based dish: chickpea polenta!

A rustic and versatile dish, perfect for those looking for a healthy, plant-based protein alternative

Tazza di caffè

International Coffee Day 2025

History, curiosities, and everything you need to know about one of the world’s most beloved beverages

White wine cookies

White wine cookies

Simple, aromatic, and irresistible, wine cookies take us back to the essence of tradition

International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste, 29 September 2025

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

Bruschetta with Broccoli or Cauliflower Leaves

Waste-Free Bruschetta with Broccoli or Cauliflower Leaves

Make a delicious and imaginative appetizer from broccoli and cauliflower leaves that would otherwise be thrown away

Trianata surbina, a typical dish from Apulia

The Trianata

Uncovering Surbo’s signature oven-baked dish from the heart of Puglia

Gnudi

Between tradition and the art of recovery: Gnudi

A typical dish of Tuscan tradition, gnudi tell the story of food reuse and a love for simple cooking

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