Private Tour
Dining Experience at a local's Home in Stresa with Show Cooking
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Stresa treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people.
Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee).
This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people.
Sample Menu
starter
Seasonal starter
main
Fresh Pasta
main
Second course with side dish
dessert
Typical dessert
What‘s Included
Beverages (water, wines and coffee)
Private 4-course dinner or 4-course lunch
Private show cooking
Options
lunch
lunch
Dinner
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Food Experience in Lake Maggiore
Alan C,,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The food experience was great, Learning how to make the gnocchi was wonderful. We really enjoyed our time with Gabrielle.
A must do for delicious authentic food and time with a delightful Italian couple
P1296REnatalies,,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a special experience! This was a blend of authentic, delicious food; hands-on cooking; and joyful companionship. Gabriella and her husband treated us like dear friends from the moment we arrived. Their home was compact, but delightful. It has been in Gabriella’s family for generations. We first sat on the balcony surrounded by Gabriella’s potted herbs, enjoying the view and an aperitivo. We came inside when it was time to help Gabriella make the gnocchi. She guided us through the process and made us feel successful even though our gnocchi were nothing as beautiful as hers. When we sat down at the table, we enjoyed Italian wine with our four courses, each of which was delicious. The Tiramisu for dessert was unlike any we had ever had. It was flavorful and light, a traditional recipe. We left full and happy, with a list of area recommendations and a handful of recipes that Gabriella generously shared with us. We highly recommend this for a couple or friends. I can’t envision this as an experience kids would appreciate, unless it is an older kid who is really into cooking and food. To us the experience was worth every penny and then some.
Learning to make gnocchi
Scott H,,Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a small group, just us 4 in someone’s apartment. The hostess was quite friendly and very welcoming. Definitely worthwhile!
A nice time
Tom G,,Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great food and company. Very quaint apartment and much fun with great conversations and making new acquaintances.
Locals Dinner in Lago Maggiore
Chris J,,Jun 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun experience in a locals kitchen. Food was great, participated in cooking, included Apps. , wine, desert. A true Italian experience
Italian friends
981brendae,,Jun 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gabriella and her husband were such terrific Italian hosts and chefs!! They welcomed us into their home, let us help make gonnioch, shared drinks and talked about Italy! It was such a relaxed and friendly time -well worth it!! Thanks to them - it made our trip better!
Just sharing stories with...
Zachary M,,Jun 16, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Just sharing stories with the couple who hosted was enough to make the dinner enjoyable! (Obviously the food was amazing) Gabrielle didn’t have us make typical foods most people probably have already tried on their trip, so it made it more enjoyable knowing we were eating and making something new!
A Wonderful Evening in Stresa
Peter Y,,Oct 11, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Our evening with Gabriella and her husband Fausto was absolutely wonderful! The cuisine was excellent, as advertised, bested only by our conversation about contemporary life in Italy and some excellent Chianti and Nebbiolo! Save a night when in Stresa for this unique dining experience and you're sure to enjoy it. Eccellente!
Wonderful evening on Lake Maggiore’s Shore
David S,,Sep 20, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00My wife and I booked this for a free evening we had in Stresa. The dinner exceeded our expectations. Gabriella and her husband were warm and inviting hosts. She is a great cook and clearly enjoys hosting. Pictured are the courses she prepared for dinner. And I can’t leave out the meat, cheese, olives and small sandwiches she prepared as an appetizer. She served Prosecco, and both red and white wines. The meal was finished off with a small glass of Marsala. We greatly appreciated the conversation and hospitality. Would book again if back in Stresa.
Delightful Dining
Marianne F,,Jun 13, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great experience. We loved the food and the company. I would definitely recommend this for your visit!
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