Monica
Cesarina from 2020My speciality: Seasonal vegetable ragu
I live in: Como
Spoken languages: English, Spanish, Italian
Good to know
I offer vegetarian alternatives
Hi from Monica!
“I love to write, and to read, in fact, books fill my house. I am mindful of the quality of food; I like to cook what I eat; and share the pleasure of the table with other people, friends, and guests. I am involved in the recovery of food surpluses for social solidarity purposes with the Food Bank of Lombardy Onlus in Como, where I live. I try to hand down recipes that are simple, and easy to learn by everyone, and that are connected as much as possible to the tradition of the Larian territory.”
My specialities
- Soft tart with seasonal fruit
- Seasonal vegetable ragu
- Pizzoccheri
Experiences
Cooking classes (3)
Reviews
5.0
30 reviews
- We had a wonderful cooking experience with Monica. She welcomed us into her lovely home and was a delightful host. She taught us how to prepare pasta dough and we made ravioli and fettuccini. Since I have many food restrictions, Monica chose a vegetarian menu for us. We also made tiramisu. Once all the food was prepared, Monica served it to us at her very elegant dining room table. Everything was delicious, and prepared with our own hands, with help from Monica. We enjoyed chatting with her about many different subjects, and while it was a "tourist" experience, we enjoyed the chance to spend time with and get to know a local person. It was my husband and me with Monica in her kitchen, and it was lots of fun. We would highly recommend the experience to all.
- Excellent experience, good company and tasty ravioli
- Booked for me and my friend and it was an amazing experience. Monica was so accomadating and friendly and the instructions were easy to follow. A session filled with laughs for sure and I definitely recommend.
- This experience was the HIGHLIGHT of our trip. Monica’s home is stunning, clean, and so intricately designed we were enamored. She greeted us with the best meats and cheeses we have ever had. She then taught us how to cook homemade pasta, provided us with the best wine we’ve ever had, and spent so much time teaching us about the ingredients and quality of each item. It was such an unforgettable experience and we are so grateful for her kindness and fun she brought to cooking! She even helped walk me through a few types of sauces and oils to try at home. She felt like my own nana, we are so grateful ❤️
- She was great she taught me and my boys how to make the best tiramisu and great pasta shapes and noodles .I can confidently say when I go back to the states this is going to change the way I cook for good and us her great recipes and tips and tricks .
Nancy - August 2025
Suzanne Watkins - August 2025
Rachel - June 2025
Alyson Pavlicek - June 2025
Kelly Szarek - June 2025