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Cristina

Cesarina from 2022

My speciality: Caullat (spoon dessert)

I live in: Lake Como

Spoken languages: Italian, English, German, French

Good to know

I offer vegetarian alternatives

Hi from Cristina!

My passion for cooking was born at the stove in my home, where from a young age I loved watching my parents: my mother carefully kneaded shortcrust pastry, and my father had a particular fondness for homemade pasta. I remember Saturday night dinners with friends or Sunday family lunches, where tagliatelle or lasagna made with homemade pasta were a “must,” and to finish, a delicious jam tart could never be missing.In the family, the legendary Aunt Cristina worked as a cook for a Milanese family. Her recipe book, handwritten in an old-fashioned script, contains many small secrets that she diligently noted down and that today represent a precious heritage from which to draw countless ideas and suggestions.My cooking is tied to tradition, but I also love to vary and add a personal touch to the dishes of Como and Lombard specialties. My culinary philosophy values the use of local, organic, and zero-kilometer products.

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My specialities
  •  Risotto with local saffron
  •  Caullat (spoon dessert)
Experiences
Reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Cristina was a wonderful host, so considerate, welcoming and friendly. Our ravioli, tagliatelle and tiramisu were wonderful. Thankyou Cristina and family for making our experience so fun.

Paul and Jeanine - December 2024

Such a wonderful experience cooking with Cristina!! My mom and I were welcomed into her lovely home and had the most pleasant time learning and cooking in Cristina’s kitchen and sharing our stories. We learned so much about new and traditional foods and ingredients and compared our “traditional Italian” dishes we both make. The food and recipes were delicious - one of our best meals on our 10day trip! It was hard to tell what was better, the food we made or the beautiful view and relaxing back yard where we had our meal. The whole family was delightful and it was such a memorable experience

Alisa  - September 2024

The best experience we had this holiday! I made a date to learn how to make pasta but had no idea what I was getting into. When we arrived Cristina was so welcoming and festive. The experience was beyond our expectation. We had so much fun, we had apperitivo - Cristina set the most beautiful table for dinner. We didn’t want to leave. We loved getting to know Cristina and her daughter Linda. I can’t recommend this experience enough. We will never forget this wonderful evening and can’t wait to meet up with Cristina again.

Kim A - July 2024

Such a lovely evening at Cristinas home, she was so warm and hospitable and made the most beautiful meal for us. Highly recommend.

Ben Ommundson - July 2024

Cristina really went above and beyond for all her guests. She was a generous host and a wonderful teacher! We could not have enjoyed ourselves more and we can't wait to try recreating her recipes at home. Thank you SO much! I will suggest that you be sure to make arrangements before hand to get to her place. The taxi service in Lake Como was difficult and if we'd planned ahead it may have been easier.

Lindsay Bell - June 2024

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