Paola
Cesarina from 2023My speciality: Plum gnocchi
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
Reviews
5.0
7 reviews
- Learning to cook regional Italian food with Paola was a real treat. It was definitely the highlight of our trip. Paola’s warmth made us feel at ease from the moment we arrived. She taught us how to make different pasta dishes incorporating the different tastes of the region. Her daughter Elisa was a real plus as she spoke English and also helped to make us feel at home. Dining together with her family was a memory we will cherish forever.
- Esperienza fantastica. Paola è un carro armato di idee e proposte, ci ha accolto assieme a suo marito con grande entusiasmo e professionalità. Ha spiegato nel dettaglio ogni cosa che avremmo fatto assieme e ci ha accompagnati in questa super esperienza della lezione di cucina con ricette squisite e di qualità. Ha saputo creare un’atmosfera familiare e semplice, intrattenendoci con le sue storie e la sua gentilezza. Ha pure cucinato a parte una torta di compleanno per Matteo, visto che questa esperienza era il suo regalo di compleanno, aggiungendola al menù che avevamo studiato assieme. Qualità, accuratezza. generosità e passione sono tutto ciò che potete trovare in casa di Paola. Da rifare!
- I took a chance and booked the slow food experience for my family of 5 adults plus 8 month old grandson and the afternoon spent with Paula and her family was a huge highlight of our trip to this region. We were treated like family in their dining room and helped (but mostly marveled) during the cooking of so many delicious regional foods it is hard to list them all. And lovely prosecco and red wine along with home made desert liquor- we were blown away by the hospitality and abundant flavors of the gorgeous food served. We greatly enjoyed and would do it again in a heart beat! Thank you, Paula and family (gracious daughter Elisa was instrumental in translating!)
- One of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. The food far exceeded expectations and the quality that you find at most restaurants, even in Italy. The familial hospitality by Paola, her husband, and daughter was truly unforgettable. If you want a one of a kind Italian meal experience, I recommend without hesitation and with great enthusiasm!
- Ho voluto regalarmi un'esperienza culinaria non distante da dove vivo e sono rimasta piacevolmente sorpresa dell'ospitalità di Paola che mi ha fatto sentire da subito come una di famiglia. Ogni piatto è stato accompagnato da ottimo vino, e mi è stato spiegato in ogni dettaglio, dalla materia prima alla preparazione. Complimenti anche agli ottimi affettati fatti dall'insuperabile marito Loris, che è anche norcino. Degni di nota gli gnocchi al pestaat, il magnifico frico e un goulasch spaziale che mi ha letteralmente rubato il cuore! Bravissima Paola mi hai trattata come una regina! Ritornerò sicuramente.
Kathy & David - October 2024
Francesca e Matteo - August 2024
Nancy - July 2024
Monica - July 2024
Marina - January 2024