Paola
Cesarina from 2023My speciality: Plum gnocchi
I live in: Tavagnacco
Spoken languages: Italian, English, Spanish
Good to know
I offer vegetarian alternatives
Hi from Paola!
I bring to the table dishes from three borders: Austria, Slovenia, and Italy. From my birth family, typical peasant dishes of Friulian tradition like frico, dishes with vegetables from the garden that follow the seasons, or artisan cured meats (my husband is a charcuterie enthusiast). Steaming polenta also accompanies game dishes such as wild boar or roe deer. From my husband's family, I learned more Nordic and Slavic traditions like sauerkraut, goulash, and potica. I also enjoy working with sourdough to prepare bread and focaccia.
My specialities
- 'Macaroons di zùf con pestàt'
- Plum gnocchi
- Jota: soup with beans and sauerkraut
Experiences
Cooking classes (1)
Reviews
5.0
12 reviews
- Abbiamo avuto un'esperienza meravigliosa con Paola e Loris. Sono stati ospitali e cordiali e abbiamo condiviso tante risate. Il cibo era delizioso ed è stato interessante imparare come si prepara la cucina friulana. Speriamo di tornare presto! We had a wonderful experience with Paola and Loris. They were very hospitable and friendly and we shared many laughs. The food was delicious and it was interesting to learn how Friulian cuisine is prepared. We hope to be back soon!
- What a wonderful afternoon! We enjoyed our lunch with Paola immensely. She and her husband were so kind and welcoming to us, especially with our young children in tow. Her friend also joined us to help translate. The food and hospitality was incredible. We feel lucky to have spent an afternoon with Paola and would highly recommend this experience.
- What for a great event! Paola and her husband, supported by their neighbour Alessandra, offered us a delicious dinner. Cured meat and cheese as starter, zucchini gnocchi, frico and tiramisu: it has been an extraordinary dinner of local taste. We felt warmly welcomed like friends! Many thanks, Paola, for this unforgettable evening.
- What an amazing day. We had the best day of our lives! Paola and Luis were exceptional hosts who made us feel welcome as soon as we arrived. Lara our interpreter and a friend of their daughter, was so helpful and friendly. We had fun in the kitchen preparing a three course meal which was fantastic. If you do nothing else in Italy, you must sign up for this. We will forever treasure this amazing experience. Rose and Victor (Australia).
- If you do one thing in Italy, it should be this- a chance to try the best local food with the most welcoming family, who really made us feel at home. We were able to try a variety of delicious dishes, paired with local wine, and Paola, along with her lovely daughter who helped as a translator, was both a talented chef and a wonderful host. Paola is a true expert, and you won’t find a better dinner at any restaurant in Friuli. What’s more, it was a wonderful way to start our trip through the region, as we learned so much about the local culture and culinary traditions. I cannot recommend this experience highly enough to anyone travelling in Italy.
Jacqueline Smith - September 2025
RJ - August 2025
Ramón - August 2025
ROSE AND VICTOR - August 2025
Ruby - April 2025