Live happy and carefree moments discovering and enjoying with me the typical and traditional dishes of Salento, of which I will tell you the history and origins, the evolution, the revisiting in search of the new and the return to the ancient cuisine of grandmothers. In some cases still unattainable for me. Because everything I have learned in the kitchen and that I prepare always has the same starting point...my grandmothers and the love of good food. On my table will never lack handmade orecchiette and then bread and focaccia, vegetables, local cheeses and a good dessert. Following the seasons, of course. As grandmothers did.
It was a unique experience of Italian cuisine. Our host Francesca not only gave us an insight into her cooking skills but also a deep insight into Apulian cuisine. Definitely an experience that I can recommend and would repeat.
Thorwald - September 2025
Francesca was an excellent teacher. The class was very nice and informative. She taught us well how to make different types of pasta and the real authentic Tiramisu.
It's great to have people from all around the world to share stories an make pasta together.
Dennis - September 2025
The experience was great and delicious. Francesca and her family were friendly and made the cooking class experience unforgettable. The food and the company were excellent.
Maria del Mar - September 2025
We have the best time with Francesca and her family. An unforgettable experience and a true highlight of our trip!! The food was delicious and would highly recommend :)
Leanne - September 2025
Francesca and her family were the absolute best! We had such an amazing time during our cooking class. They were so kind, supportive, and welcoming. It felt like having a family dinner with a good friend and their family. I cannot recommend enough.
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Cesarina from 2020Location: Lecce Languages: Italian, English, French, Spanish
"For me, being in front of the stove is really a pleasure, which I often share with our friends. Pleasure in preparing something genuine that often takes us back to the kitchens of our grandmothers, crowded with relatives, especially during the holidays. Our territory is rich in poor but exceptional products, which I like to serve in the simplest way possible, precisely to enhance them. "