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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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

Lasagne di Carnevale

Lasagne di Carnevale (Carnival Lasagna)

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

chiacchiere

Chiacchiere

The classic Carnival crispy pastries with a thousand different names

pizza fritta

Pizzelle: small, fried discs of pure delight

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

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

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

Presepe con Re Magi

A short guide to Italy's most unique Nativity Scenes

Fully experience the magic of Christmas in Italy by discovering enchanting nativity scenes

Wooden huts, Christmas markets

The Magic of Italian Christmas Markets

Travelling to Italy this Xmas? A guide to the perfect places to soak up Italy's festive atmosphere.

Saint Martin's Cookies

Saint Martin's Cookies

The most typical dessert of this time of year

Fruit and vegetable market

World Vegan Day

Let's explore this increasingly popular eating style with a 100% green recipe

Various types of dried pasta on the table

XXVI World Pasta Day

Let’s celebrate the symbol of Made in Italy with an autumn recipe

Pumpkin and chocolate cake on a plate with decorations

Trick or treat?

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

45° World Food Day - Main poster

45° World Food Day

Let's celebrate this day with a zero-waste recipe: Cialledda

Customer placing products in the shopping basket

International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste

Anti-waste tips and an anti-waste recipe

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

View of the Amalfi coast

The race of Saint Andrew in Amalfi

The city celebration of the patron saint of fishermen and fishing

Girls dance during the Calendimaggio in Assisi

Assisi and the Calendimaggio

Ancient traditions come to life in a fascinating medieval reenactment

Father's Day: Zeppole di San Giuseppe recipe

A sweet idea to celebrate Father's Day together

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