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Patrizia

Cesarina from 2022

My speciality: Fried polenta and luganeghetta (sausage)

I live in: Bellano

Spoken languages: English and Italian

Good to know

I offer vegetarian alternatives
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Has pets

Patrizia

"My life is tied to the lake, this is where I have my roots and where I’m fine. I am a painter, my work allows me to manage time and the kitchen is for me my second workshop, where I can easily create dishes instead of paintings. My two children, now grown up and my husband were those who made me practice and love cooking. Hosting friends during the summer in the garden was an opportunity to understand that receiving guests is a pleasure and a personal enrichment. The ingredients of my recipes are all genuine, from local producers:  honey, cheese, fish, directly from the fisherman in Dervio, and vegetables from my garden that my husband cares with passion for many years. Our house is a bit like the houses of the past, the fireplace and the stove allow us to warm up and cook with wood, and I must say that the result of the dishes cooked on the wood stove is very good. Also in the garden we have a kitchen and, in summer, we prepare, cook and always eat outdoors."

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My specialities

  •  Salmon trout and vegetables from the garden
  •  Fried polenta and luganeghetta (sausage)
  •  White Pizzoccheri of Val Chiavenna

Experiences

  Cooking Classes (12)

Reviews

5.0
244 reviews
This was the most incredible experience. Patrizia and Luka welcomed us into their home like family. The cooking class was incredible with amazing views, and the focaccia she made for us was nearly the highlight. Finishing with an amazing meal overlooking the water, we never wanted to leave. Thankyou Patrizia, this was a day we will never forget

James  - 

Our cooking class with Patrizia was one of the absolute highlights of our trip. From the moment we arrived, she made us feel welcomed into her home in the most genuine and authentic way. She is an amazing person, a wonderful teacher, and an incredible cook. The food was honestly some of the best we have had in Italy. Everything felt homemade, thoughtful, and full of love. Learning to make pasta and tiramisu with her was so much more than just a class. It felt like a real Italian experience with someone who truly cares about sharing her culture and her food. Patrizia was patient, warm, funny, and made the whole evening feel special. This is the kind of experience we will never forget. I cannot recommend it enough. If you are anywhere near Lake Como, you should absolutely do this.

Ryan Solfaro - 

Patrizia was an amazing host, she was very patient, kind, and accommodating! We made ravioli, tortelloni, and tiramisu, and we can’t wait to make the recipes again at home. Her house also has an incredible view of the lake and surrounding area, and has a great garden where she grew many of the ingredients for the meal. I would absolutely book a class with her again!

Brendan Caporale - 

We had such a wonderful experience in our pasta making class in Bellano. Patrizia welcomed our family of five into her beautiful home, and offered us homemade focaccia and wine and then taught us to make tiramisu and two types of pasta - tortelloni and tagliatelle - and two different sauces to go with them.. We then sat in her lovely garden for a delicious feast of our labors. Patrizia made it seem so easy we were inspired to start making our own pasta at home once we returned to the states. Highly recommend this class. We absolutely loved it.

Tracey E - 

We had an absolutely delightful evening at Patrizia’s and Lucca’s house. They were extremely welcoming and friendly and we had great conversations all evening. The food was delicious (focasia was the best!) and the setting in the yard overlooking the lake was incredible. Would highly recommend the experience.

Kyle S - 

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