Lara
Cesarina from 2023My speciality: Ribollita
I live in: Certaldo
Spoken languages: Italian and English
Good to know
I offer vegetarian alternatives
Hi from Lara!
Typical Tuscan cuisine, grilled meat, bread, fresh pasta, pizza and crushed bread are my specialties.
My specialities
- Tomato soup
- Ribollita
- Panzanella
Experiences
Cooking classes (7)
Food experiences (4)
Reviews
4.9
36 reviews
- We had the most amazing cooking class at Lara’s home in Tuscany! She welcomed us with such warmth, and learning how to make pizza in her kitchen was an unforgettable experience. Her whole family is incredibly kind and hospitable — they made us feel right at home. The class was fun, hands-on, and full of laughter. My kids absolutely loved it! It was one of the highlights of our trip. If you haven’t cooked at Lara’s house, you haven’t truly been to Tuscany. Grazie mille, Lara and family!
- This was one of the best experiences we had in Tuscany. Lara and her family were fabulous and gracious hosts. We felt we welcomed and comfortable throughout the class, and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and the company. It was definitely a holiday highlight for us. Anyone considering it shouldn’t think twice, just sign up. You’ll have a great time!
- 100% recommend this in home dining experience. Ms. Lara, Mr Daniel, Christian and sweet Sophia were amazing hosts. The wine, cheese and crostini appetizers were delicious. Mr . Daniel paired our wine perfectly and each course was Tuscan culinary delight. The starter was traditional lasagna. Homemade ragu and pasta , perfecto !! The main Sunday Supper course was a rotisserie chicken, vegetables, pork , sausage and local bread extravaganza. From the scent of the meat mixed with the rosemary , bay laurel and lemon left no doubt that the meal was going to be delicious. Farm raised sweet peas were our main vegetable side dish and homemade biscotti paired with a dessert wine for dipping. Lastly a chilled cordial/ liqueur that was delicious to round out the meal. The hospitality of Ms Lara‘s family was like no other I can compare this dining experience. From the food, history and gentile conversation it was the most perfect event . Grazie Amicos!! Kathleen and Michael. Clover, SC USA
- Lara’s Easter dinner was excellent. The food, property and whole experience was exceptional. Her family was full of joy and we loved meeting them!
- We had the pleasure of being Lara’s first class of 2025. The food and hospitality offered by Lara and here entire family was beyond expectations. Can’t wait to book another class during our next trip to Tuscany.
Marina - August 2025
Joy - August 2025
Kathleen Falls - June 2025
Kelly Sutton - April 2025
Donna @ Michael Phillipus - January 2025