Cooking class: learn how to cook traditional & innovative Italian recipes from a local Cesarina
Shared Experience
Your experience
Bruschetta
Lasagna (homemade pasta)
Tiramisu
Experience authentic Tuscan living in the heart of the Lucca countryside, in a charming villa surrounded by gardens, a gazebo, and an olive grove. Learn to cook three Italian classics: bruschetta with rustic bread, our own extra virgin olive oil, and fresh seasonal vegetables from my garden; lasagna following my family’s recipe, made step-by-step from pasta sheets to béchamel and ragù (vegetarian option available) and Italy’s most beloved dessert, tiramisù. I’ll share all the recipes and my best kitchen tips. A perfect experience for those who want to blend food, tradition, and nature in a warm, family-style atmosphere.
We had an amazing time with Rosanna and her husband! They had the best hospitality and were so welcoming into their home. They treated us like family and taught us amazing recipes. We weren’t the best chefs but they walked us through every step of the way. We can’t recommend Rosanna enough as this was one of the best parts of our trip!
Marissa C -
Rosanna was a delight and welcoming! We had the best time with her and Alberto and highly recommend! The cooking class was a great experience but the knowledge and conversation with the two of them was priceless!
Gina and Jimmy C -
Cooking with Rosanna was an incredible experience! We learned so much and enjoyed the process. The lasagna we made was delicious. She and her husband are very friendly! We are looking forward to another one of Rossana’s classes soon.
Lori M -
When your 17 year old son said it was his favorite thing about Italy, you know you’re in the right home making delicious authentic meals with shared recipes to last a lifetime. Thank you Rossana for such a fabulous evening in Lucca!
Brandie Perry -
A very special experience. Rossana and Alberto were the perfect hosts welcoming us into their home and teaching us so much about Italian cooking. Our teenage daughters loved the class and are excited to make their own pasta when we return home. This really was one of the highlights of our trip and we’ve had many. Thank you Rossana, Alberto and of course Arte. It was a privilege to spend time with you all.
Cesarina from 2024Location: Lucca (LU) Languages: Italian and English
I prefer simple dishes made with just a few wholesome, seasonal ingredients, often harvested directly from my own vegetable garden and orchard. I love to enhance the authentic flavors of the land using extra virgin olive oil that we produce ourselves. My cooking is rooted in traditional Tuscan cuisine, but I also enjoy experimenting: I create original recipes that I carefully jot down in my personal recipe book, built over time with love and passion.