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Italy is world-famous for its cuisine, but few travellers get to experience <strong>the real deal</strong>. Connecting with locals gives you the chance to engage with the culture of a place first-hand, together with the people who know it best. Our authentic food experiences let you dive into local life through food, including <strong>traditional lunches and dinners, hands-on cooking classes and immersive food & wine tours</strong>, which take place in towns and cities throughout Italy. As every experience is <strong>tailor-made</strong>, there’s something for every food lover. We’re so proud to create <strong>unforgettable moments</strong> for thousands of people on their travels.

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<strong>We are Italy’s first nationwide community of local home cooks.</strong> Our mission is to safeguard Italy’s food culture through home cooking. Since 2004, we’ve been organising <strong>authentic culinary experiences</strong> in hundreds of local homes all over Italy. Our experiences create a <strong>genuine connection</strong> between curious travelers and welcoming Italians, showcasing the very best of Italy through <strong>food and friendship</strong>. In 2019, we were named as an official <strong>Slow Food Community</strong>.

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We are Italy’s first nationwide community of local home cooks. Our mission is to safeguard Italy’s food culture through home cooking. Since 2004, we’ve been organising authentic culinary experiences in hundreds of local homes all over Italy. Our experiences create a genuine connection between curious travelers and welcoming Italians, showcasing the very best of Italy through food and friendship.

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Where else to experience the heart of Italian cooking than in the home of an excellent Italian cook! Learn all the traditional culinary secrets with Cesarine.

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Amazing idea and wonderful network giving people from all over the world the opportunity to connect :)! The Cesarine host I got connected with was incredible and I will never forget the truly unique and beautiful moment The Network is super helpful and reliable: I had to move my appointment super spontaneously (my boyfriend got sick) from Monday in Agrigent (south of Sicily) to Catania (west of Sicily) on a Sunday; no problem for Cesarine. Even on a Sunday afternoon the lady on the telephone (Alessandra) was super nice and quickly came up with a solution. Recommend this whole experience to everybody

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Amazing experience learning how to cook in a warm and happy family atmosphere. We laughed, we drank, we cooked and we ate the best food in Italy. Highly recommend.

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Cooking Italian pasta and making Tiramisu with Barbara was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. She kindly welcomed us to her beautiful home and made us feel comfortable right away, gave us interesting information about the place and found a great way of introducing us to the Italian cuisine. Not only did we learn to make three delicious meals but Barbara made us feel so welcome, appreciated and cared for. We felt like cooks and guests at the same time. It was a delightful day all around and the highlight of our vacation in Italy! We would come back for this amazing experience - thank you for having us, Barbara!!

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<h3>Perfect for solo travellers</h3><p>Solo travellers are always welcome and they can book an experience with our Cesarine for no extra charge.</p><h3>Perfect for families</h3><p>Our experiences are family friendly. Babies and children have the following discounts:<ul><li>0 - 3 years old -> FREE OF CHARGE</li><li>4 - 8 years old -> 50% DISCOUNT</li></ul></p>

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<h3>Certified Community of home cooks</h3><p>We are the oldest network of home cooks in Italy. We are a community of over 1500 hand-selected hosts all over the country.</p><h3>Connect with welcoming local people</h3><p>Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. These experiences are always special and unique, and create lasting friendships with local people.</p><h3>Experience Italy’s real cuisine</h3><p>Feel like part of the family as you taste authentic recipes treasured in family cookbooks, passed down by real Italian Mammas.</p><h3>Discover Italy from the inside</h3><p>Immerse yourself in the Italian culture through great food, local knowledge and genuine friendship.</p>

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<p><ul><li>Select your <strong>city</strong>: Cesarine are available throughout Italy!</li><li>Select the <strong>delivery date and time slot</strong>: Bookings must be made <strong>at least 48 hours in advance</strong> of the chosen delivery time slot to allow the Cesarine enough time to prepare your order.</li><li>Provide the delivery address specifying the street number, postal code, and name on the doorbell.</li><li>Choose dishes from our menu, remembering that the <strong>minimum order is 60 euros and delivery is free.</strong></li><li>We encourage you to also provide your phone number: the Cesarine may need to reach you on the day of delivery.</li><li>Use the notes field to communicate important information such as <strong>food intolerances or allergies.</strong></li><li>Once the booking is completed and payment is made, you will receive a copy of the order via email.</li></ul></p>

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<p><ul><li>Select and book your favourite experience</li><li>Add additional notes about dietary requirements and travel plans upon booking</li><li>You will receive a booking confirmation with all the details you need</li></ul></p><h3>What’s on the menu?</h3><p><ul><li>Every Cesarina creates their own menu, to showcase their regional specialities and family recipes</li></ul></p>

<h3>Perfect for families</h3><p>Our experiences are family friendly. Babies and children have the following discounts:<ul><li>0 - 3 years old -> FREE OF CHARGE</li><li>4 - 8 years old -> 50% DISCOUNT</li></ul></p>

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<h3>Perfect for solo travellers</h3><p>Solo travellers are always welcome. You can book a private experience for one person for no extra charge.</p><h3>Perfect for families</h3><p>Our experiences are family friendly. Babies and children have the following discounts:<ul><li>0 - 3 years old -> FREE OF CHARGE</li><li>4 - 8 years old -> 50% DISCOUNT</li></ul></p>

<p><ul><li>Cuoche esperte e certificate</li><li>Disponibilità in tutta Italia</li><li>Un menù 100% personalizzato</li><li>Conoscenza della lingua inglese in caso di ospiti stranieri</li><li>Un team di professionisti che si prenderanno cura di tutti gli aspetti dell’organizzazione dell’evento</li></ul></p>

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<p><ul><li>Scegli il tipo che pacchetto più adatto alle tue esigenze oppure contattaci per organizzare un evento speciale</li><li>Ti invieremo il menù che la Cesarina ha pensato per te tenendo conto delle eventuali intolleranze, allergie e preferenze tue o dei tuoi ospiti comunicate in fase di prenotazione</li><li>La Cesarina si occuperà della spesa e porterà a casa tua tutti gli ingredienti</li><li>La Cesarina verrà a casa tua o nella location da te indicata qualche ora prima (in base alla tua disponibilità) e cucinerà il menù concordato</li><li>A fine evento, La Cesarina lascerà la cucina come l’ha trovata</li><li>Buon appetito!</li></ul></p>

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Chi sarà la tua Cesarina?

<p>Le Cesarine sono la prima community di cuoche esperte e certificate presenti in tutta Italia. Nei loro ricettari custodiscono le antiche ricette della cucina regionale ed offrono esperienze culinarie uniche e ricercate. Non dovrai più preoccuparti dei preparativi, dell’organizzazione e delle pulizie, ma solo goderti la compagnia degli invitati: penseranno a tutto Le Cesarine.</p>

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<p>Had a change of plans? No hassle, these things happen. You can cancel your booking for any reason, <strong>up to 12 hours before the start time</strong>. You can decide whether to get a full refund or to move the experience to another date (upon availability).</p>

<h3>Certified Community of home cooks</h3><p>We are the oldest network of home cooks in Italy. We are a community of over 800 hand-selected hosts all over the country.</p><h3>Connect with welcoming local people</h3><p>Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. These experiences are always special and unique, and create lasting friendships with local people.</p><h3>Experience Italy’s real cuisine</h3><p>Feel like part of the family as you taste authentic recipes treasured in family cookbooks, passed down by real Italian Mammas.</p><h3>Discover Italy from the inside</h3><p>Immerse yourself in the Italian culture through great food, local knowledge and genuine friendship.</p>

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<h3>Validity</h3><ul><li>Our Gift Products are valid for 365 days (starting from the purchasing date).</li><li>Festive dates (like Christmas, New Year’s Eve, Easter) can be booked with an additional charge. Contact our team to get more information: <mailToBookingComponent></mailToBookingComponent></li><li>Every experience is available all over Italy. The recipient can decide the city where he/she wants to have the experience.</li></ul><h3>General Conditions</h3><ul><li>Gift Products cannot be reloaded, resold, transferred for value or redeemed for cash.</li></ul><h3>Booking updates</h3><ul><li>You can exchange the experience gifted with another one of the same value or cheaper. More expensive experiences can be booked for an additional charge, which corresponds to the price difference. Contact our team for more information: <mailToBookingComponent></mailToBookingComponent></li><li>More participants can be added for an additional charge, which correspond to the price difference. Contact our culinary guides for more information: <mailToBookingComponent></mailToBookingComponent></li></ul><h3>Cancellations & Refunds</h3><ul><li>If you have made a booking with a Gift Experience and your reservation has been cancelled for any reason (within our <cancellationPolicyUrl>Cancellation Policy</cancellationPolicyUrl>), your gift voucher will automatically be credited to the original amount and you will be able to use it again. Unfortunately  we can not provide a monetary refund.</li></ul>

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<p><ul><li><strong>CHOOSE</strong> Browse our live cooking classes and book your favorite</li><li><strong>CONFIRM</strong> Get your order confirmation and share your Skype details with us.</li><li><strong>COLLECT</strong> We’ll send a shopping and equipment list for you to keep, as well as the details of your video call.</li><li><strong>COOK</strong> Let’s cook! Connect and enjoy a private 1:1 coaching session with your English-speaking Cesarina.</li><li><strong>HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN TAKE PART?</strong> Our Private Live Cooking Classes are priced by household, so if you and your husband are taking part with your home computer, you buy 1 pass. If you want to invite a friend to take part from their home, you will need 2 passes.</li></ul></p>

<p><ul><li><strong>CHOOSE</strong> Browse our live cooking classes and book your favorite</li><li><strong>CONFIRM</strong> Get your order confirmation and share your Skype details with us.</li><li><strong>COLLECT</strong> We’ll send a shopping and equipment list for you to keep, as well as the details of your video call.</li><li><strong>COOK</strong> Let’s cook! Connect and enjoy a shared coaching session with your English-speaking Cesarina.</li><li><strong>HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN TAKE PART?</strong> Our shared Live Cooking Classes are priced by person. We can accept a maximum of 10 people per lesson.</li></ul></p>

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