Paola
Cesarina from 2018My speciality: Tagliatelle al ragù
I live in: Bologna
Spoken languages: Italian, English, French
Good to know
I offer vegetarian alternatives
Hi from Paola!
Want to enjoy the finest flavours of one of the world’s most iconic cuisines, right at the city gates of Bologna? You can! Paola lives at Porta San Felice, near Bologna’s original city walls. Enjoy a special lunch and dinner during the summer in the garden of this gourgeous house in the city center of Bologna. In this tranquil location our Cesarina takes us on a journey through the flavours of Bologna’s local traditions, from mortadella to ragù alla bolognese.“I love cooking, because it brings together family traditions and the joy of sharing food with other people”.
My specialities
- Mortadella mousse with crescente
- Tagliatelle al ragù
- Escalopes with lemon
Experiences
Cooking classes (10)
Food experiences (4)
Reviews
5.0
190 reviews
- We had the great fortune of having a private cooking session with Paola and had an amazing time. She is very kind and welcoming and shared so much knowledge and experiences with us. The food and wine were both incredible! An added bonus is the opportunity to spend time in her beautiful home and get a sense of what life in Bologna is like. Worth every penny!
- The most amazing cooking class ever. We highly recommend.
- Fabulous! Our grandson wanted to have a cooking class to learn how to make his favorite pasta. We could not have had an anyone better than Nona Paola. From shopping at the market, talking about Bologna , pointing out historic landmarks while walking, to cooking and eating in her home…we were beyond happy. She also took the time to teach him techniques and allowed him to make his own pasta from scratch. “Nona Paola is 10 stars.”Thank you for such a wonderful experience.
- Paola è una persona estremamente in gamba, molto disponibile, carismatica e la sua ospitalità ci ha scaldato il cuore. Non solo ha creato un bellissimo ambiente accogliente, ma ci ha anche spiegato con molta bravura ed esperienza come fare le lasagne ed il tiramisù, insengnadoci trucchetti e segreti del mestiere. La sua energia coinvolgente e simpatia hanno creato un'esperienza indimenticabile per tutta la famiglia. Indimenticabile anche la cena finale in cui abbiamo consumato il cibo cucinato insieme, nonché buonissimi antipasti preparati da lei e assaggiato un buon vino locale. Grazie di cuore Paola, penseremo sempre a te quando ricucineremo le lasagne.
- A Truly Unforgettable Cooking Experience with Paola in Bologna Taking a cooking class with Paola was one of the absolute highlights of our time in Bologna. From the moment we stepped into her beautiful home, we were welcomed not only as guests, but as friends. Paola opened her kitchen and her heart to us, guiding us through a hands-on cooking experience that was as joyful as it was delicious. We learned how to make a delicate squash soufflé, a perfectly crispy and tender cotoletta, and a indulgent, creamy tiramisu - each dish full of flavor, tradition, and love. Cooking with Paola felt like being part of a true Italian family. We laughed, shared stories, and sat down afterwards to enjoy the meal we made together - which was truly one of the best we had in Italy. This was more than just a cooking class; it was a cultural exchange and the beginning of a new friendship. I wholeheartedly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Bologna. If you're looking for something genuine, personal, and deeply satisfying — both for your palate and your heart — don't miss cooking with Paola.
Clara - September 2025
Paola - August 2025
Hilda J - August 2025
Mario e famiglia - August 2025
Rita Essaian - August 2025