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!

Nettles canederli in broth

Canederli with nettles

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

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Zeppole di San Giuseppe

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

Bolognese Raviole

Bolognese Raviole

Traditional Emilian sweets typical of Saint Joseph's Day

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

Umbrian Strufoli by Cesarina Marisa

Carnevale Sweets: Umbrian Strufoli

Delicious fried balls with a hint of anise

Migliaccio campano, carnival

Migliaccio (Italian semolina and ricotta cake)

The recipe for the Campanian Carnival dessert

Cassatelle siciliane with ricotta by Cesarina Maria Giulia

Sicilian Cassatelle

Sweet pastry pockets filled with ricotta, perfect for Carnival

Schiacciata fiorentina, Carnevale

Schiacciata fiorentina

A fluffy carnival cake

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

Scroccadenti

Scroccadenti

Crunchy spelt flakes meet the softness of custard cream

chiacchiere

Chiacchiere

The classic Carnival crispy pastries with a thousand different names

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

sicilian buccellato

Sicilian Buccellato

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

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

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

castagnaccio with rosemary and pinenuts

The Castagnaccio: a symphony of autumn flavors

A perfect balance between sweet and savory, ready to surprise you with its authentic flavors and timeless simplicity.

portuguese milk pudding with raspberries

Portuguese milk pudding: a white dive into Europe’s culinary history

One dessert, many names for a unique delight that wins over all tastes

Saint Martin's Cookies

Saint Martin's Cookies

The most typical dessert of this time of year

Cesarina cuts a slice of Rocciata di Foligno

The Umbrian Rocciata

A traditional Umbrian dessert reminiscent of Strudel, and a triumph of sweetness

Pumpkin and chocolate cake on a plate with decorations

Trick or treat?

For a special Halloween, pumpkin and chocolate cake: frighteningly delicious!

A slice of Italian Rice Cake on a dish

Italian Rice Cake

The recipe for preparing this super soft dessert made with milk and rice

Stack of books with colorful covers

The bell rings!

An idea for a wholesome snack to pack in your backpack

Plate with a slice of tenerina cake

Chocolate: from ancient origins... to Tenerina Cake!

A journey through the centuries to discover one of the most beloved indulgences

plate with a strawberry semifreddo garnished with strawberries and a mint leaf

Strawberry parfait: quick and easy recipe for a fresh summer dessert

A fresh and quick dessert, perfect for summer and any other occasion

Tray with freshly baked pasticciotti leccesi

The authentic Lecce-style pasticciotto

The story (and recipe) of the typical Salento dessert born from a mistake

Group of women toasting in front of a table

The Perfect Recipe for Mother's Day: Strawberry Tart

A sweet thought for Mother's Day

Easter Menu: three typical recipes from North to South

Eeaster is coming: read our menu ideas with appetizer, first course and dessert.

Mustard Tiramisu

A delicious variant of the famous dessert

Father's Day: Zeppole di San Giuseppe recipe

A sweet idea to celebrate Father's Day together

Pistachio cake on table seen from above

Sicilian Pistachio Cake (Torta al Pistacchio di Bronte)

Let's learn how to make a delicious Sicilian cake!

Home-made Vanilla Gelato

From ancient China to the New World: a long journey through tradition and innovation

Panettone with a slice cut beside it

The Panettone: secrets, anecdotes, and the recipe to make it

Homemade Panettone: a challenge for enthusiasts with our Cesarina's recipe

Cup of tiramisù

The Tiramisù: the Italian dessert that conquered the world

Discover the history, preparation, and variations of a dessert that blends past and present

Italia a Morsi logo in the background of a plate of spaghetti

“L’Italia a morsi”: recipes from Lierna

Exploring Lake Como cuisine through some family recipes

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