Francesca
Cesarina from 2024My speciality: Homemade gnocchi
I live in: Civitavecchia
Spoken languages: Italian, English, Spanish, French
Good to know
I offer vegetarian alternatives
Hi from Francesca!
Hi, I'm Francesca! Originally from Naples but now living in Rome, I welcome my guests to a villa nestled among olive and fruit trees in the countryside of Civitavecchia. "Those who cook with love nourish more than just the body" – this philosophy guides every dish I prepare. Together, we’ll share the joy of picking vegetables from the garden, while discovering stories and traditions dating back to the early 1900s, offering a unique and authentic experience.
My specialities
- Fried pizza
- Homemade gnocchi
- Artisanal liqueurs and jam with fruit from the garden
Experiences
Cooking classes (4)
Reviews
5.0
10 reviews
- Our experience with Francesca was beyond anything we expected. She welcomed us into her home like family and made us feel completely at ease from the very first moment. The setting was beautiful, peaceful, and full of charm. It felt like being in a movie. The food we made together was delicious, fresh, and truly Italian. But what really made the experience unforgettable was Francesca herself – warm, generous, and passionate about what she does. She shared stories, traditions, and made us laugh so much. We also appreciated the help of her assistant Greta, who was kind and made everything run smoothly. By the end of the afternoon, none of us wanted to leave. It wasn’t just a cooking class. It was a moment of joy and connection that we’ll carry with us long after this cruise is over. Thank you, Francesca, for giving us such a beautiful memory. Highly recommended to anyone visiting Italy.
- A wonderful experience with Francesca and her family. The experience was so warm and welcoming, giving of themselves in their lovely home put us at ease. We made gnocchi and dined on many of her delicious treats, including her homemade Limoncello. We would recommend this cesarine adventure to anyone big or small, young or old. Thank you Francesca for sharing your cooking talents and your lovely home and family! ❤️
- We’ve traveled a lot around Europe, but we’ve never done anything like this. Making pizza from scratch, learning hands-on, and feeling so genuinely welcomed it was unforgettable. Francesca made it feel real, fun, and special. And that surprise dessert at the end? So good. An absolute highlight of our trip.
- Abbiamo avuto la fortuna di vivere una domenica a casa di Francesca. È stata un'esperienza stupenda, non una semplice cooking class, ma un percorso ricco di emozioni. Francesca è veramente la Cesarina del cuore e, insieme alla sua famiglia (grazie Antonio e Gabriele 🥰) ci ha fatto sentire a casa nostra. Il cibo tutto ottimo e con molti prodotti provenienti direttamente dall'orto! Ci sentiamo di consigliare questa esperienza con Francesca a tutti. 😘🥰 Barbara e Massimo @viaggiatoridisogni
- This is a must for anyone vacationing in Italy. The memories will last a lifetime time.
Terry, Phyllis, Maurice & Julius - May 2025
Claudia & Maurice - April 2025
Linda Handren - April 2025
Viaggiatoridisogni - April 2025
Donna Giordano - April 2025