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!

Apricot Compote and Cardamom Tart

Apricot Compote and Cardamom Tart

Sun, smiles, and apricot tart—make summer special with the Cesarine’s recipe

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Easter Shell Pasta Casserole

Easter Shell Pasta Casserole

A treasure chest of lettuce leaves that encloses a flavorful surprise

pupi con l'uovo

Pupi with the egg

Coming from the Sicilian Easter tradition, this sweet hides a surprise inside

Dormienti, Traditional Easter Sweet from Ginosa

Dormienti

A delicious and lesser-known Easter dessert from the tradition of Ginosa

Ciaccia with lardons

Ciaccia with lardons

Loaf of bread with pancetta cubes, typical of Tuscan cuisine, with an authentic flavor that is characteristic of the peasant tradition

Lake Carbonara by Cesarina Morena

The Lake Carbonara to celebrate Carbonara Day 2025

A reinterpretation of the famous Roman dish that will win you over!

Easter Donuts

Easter Donuts

The typical Easter sweets of the Sienese Valdichiana

Cinque Terre, sea, cliffs, Liguria

Cinque Terre: one of the gems of the Bel Paese

A mini-guide to fully enjoy everything this enchanting corner of Liguria has to offer

Pappardelle with ricotta, caramelized onions, and crispy guanciale

Pappardelle with ricotta, caramelized onions, and crispy guanciale

A stuffed version of the famous pasta shape, where contrasting flavors and textures come together in perfect harmony

plate of ravioli

Fish Ravioli

Traditional stuffed pasta from Lucca

Pan Giald (yellow bread) from Brianza

The rustic charm of Pan Giald (yellow bread)

A dive into tradition with the typical yellow bread of Brianza

Nettles canederli in broth

Canederli with nettles

A delicious "zero waste" dish from Trentino that transforms stale bread into flavorful and tasty canederli

Zeppole di San Giuseppe

Symbolic dessert of traditional Neapolitan pastry to celebrate St. Joseph and Father's Day

Tiramisu Symphony of flavors by Cesarina Lina

A Tiramisu that is a… "Symphony of flavors"

Let's celebrate International Tiramisu Day 2025 with a delicious twist on the original recipe!

Calzone with sponsali (stuffed pizza with young onions)

Calzone with sponsali

The stuffed pizza from Bari, where rustic ingredients are transformed into a flavorful and irresistible dish.

Bolognese Raviole

Bolognese Raviole

Traditional Emilian sweets typical of Saint Joseph's Day

Carciofi col tappo (Artichokes with a lid) by Cesarina Mariolina

Carciofi col tappo (Artichokes with a lid)

A typical Sicilian recipe where artichokes become treasure chests full of flavor

Balanzoni su un tagliere

The recipe for Balanzoni

Less well-known than tortellini and lasagna, but equally delicious

Cesarina Laura's Revisited Migliaccio, Carnival

Migliaccio (my style)

A reinterpretation of the famous Neapolitan Carnival dessert

Pavlova on a cake stand

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

Tiella with rice, potatoes, and mussels, photo of the dish, Cesarina Anna

In the heart of Apulia: Tiella with potatoes, rice, and mussels

Also known as Tiella barese, a dish where each layer is a celebration of Mediterranean flavors

Venice overtourism

Overtourism and hidden gems: discover Italy off the beaten path

Explore Italy beyond traditional tourist routes with Cesarine's food and wine experiences

Panadas by Cesarina Carla

From Sardinia, treasure chests filled with meat: the panadas

Delicious little pies made with pasta violata, likely of Spanish origin

Dishes with healthy foods, vegetables

Nutrition and Health: the role of diet in obesity prevention

On the occasion of World Obesity Day, let's take a look at some practical tips for leading a healthy lifestyle, starting with diet

Umbrian Strufoli by Cesarina Marisa

Carnevale Sweets: Umbrian Strufoli

Delicious fried balls with a hint of anise

Baking tray with Genoese focaccia

The Genoese focaccia

Soft and irresistible: the recipe to prepare this Ligurian specialty

Culurgiones by Cesarino Andrea

Like wheat-ears on the plate: Culurgiones

Traditional Sardinian ravioli with a soft potato-based filling

Migliaccio campano, carnival

Migliaccio (Italian semolina and ricotta cake)

The recipe for the Campanian Carnival dessert

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

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