Ciao da Barbara!

Ciao, sono Barbara! Sono nata nel Golfo dei Poeti, da madre sarda e padre genovese, e ho trascorso la mia infanzia con i miei adorati nonni. Mi piace definirmi cittadina del mondo, ma ho un forte legame con la mia terra e le nostre tradizioni, come mio marito Stefano. Insieme vogliamo condividere la nostra passione per la cucina e le nostre radici con altri appassionati e curiosi.Fin da bambina ho sviluppato una forte passione per la cucina, grazie alla mia nonna che mi ha insegnato a sperimentare e ad assaggiare nuovi sapori. Sono sempre stata avventurosa e ho assaggiato tutte le ricette originali dei vari paesi del mondo, ma la cucina ligure resta la mia prediletta.Abbiamo deciso di aprire le porte della nostra casa, situata sui terrazzamenti delle Cinque Terre sopra a Riomaggiore, per condividere la nostra passione per la cucina e la cultura locale. Per noi, la cucina è il modo migliore per raccontare la storia della nostra terra e tramandare la vera tradizione ligure ad altri. Siamo entusiasti di poter condividere questo viaggio culinario con voi!

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: Barbara and Stefano are amazing hosts, chefs, and teachers! They are also a heckuva lot of fun to spend an afternoon with. We learned so much in our time with them about making fresh pasta (tagliatelle, tortelle), bruschetta (5 varieties), and tiramisu. We also learned about the unique culture of Cinque Terre, what it is like to live in a UNESCO heritage site, and enjoyed our time with Anna and Julia (the dogs). They were so generous with their time and knowledge we cannot recommend this experience enough.
: Wow! Words can't even describe how amazing this experience was! Barbara and Stefano were the most wonderful hosts, and we learned so much from their cooking class. Spending time chatting with them and enjoying delicious food in their beautiful home was a true highlight of our trip! This was something we will never forget.
: Barbara’s class was one of the best experiences anyone could ever have in Italy! Not only was the location amazing and stunning but her and Stephano treated us like family. I would highly recommend taking a cooking class from them.
: A Magical Dining Experience in the Hills of Riomaggiore Dining at Barbara's home was one of the most unique and heartfelt culinary experiences we've had in Italy. Nestled in the peaceful hills of Riomaggiore, this hidden gem offers not only breathtaking views but also a deep connection to local tradition and the land itself. Barbara welcomed us into her world with warmth and passion, guiding us through a fully vegetarian dinner made entirely with ingredients from her garden. We began with an array of delicious appetizers — crostini and bruschette topped with fresh pesto and roasted vegetables, eggplants baked straight from the garden, zucchini alla scapece, and sweet-and-sour bell peppers, all prepared with love and authenticity. The highlight of the evening was the Croxetti, an ancient local pasta that Barbara makes by hand, preserving a Ligurian tradition that dates back centuries. It's rare to see such heritage being carried forward so genuinely. For dessert, we were treated to a wonderful sbrisolona cake paired with a creamy tiramisù, all served outdoors under a charming gazebo as the sun set over the hills — an unforgettable moment. This isn’t just a meal — it’s an experience of taste, history, and nature all coming together. Highly recommended to anyone looking for something truly special in the Cinque Terre.
: Outstanding experience. Barbara was welcoming and has mastered the techniques of true old world Italian cooking. The food was amazing. Worth every penny!