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.
Gabriella and Fausto were wonderful hosts. She was a very knowledgeable cook and we really enjoyed the evening. The only issue is we ate too much food but left with a smile.
This experience was amazing. Gabriella was so welcoming and catered for my dietary restrictions without issues. The whole evening was like eating and chatting with friends. We even got our hands dirty by making the gnocchi we are later!!! Would definitely recommend this experience to anyone stayin in Stresa or Baveno. Thank you for a wonderful evening!
Fantastic experience!!! Gabriela and Fausto welcomed us into their home, accomodated our tastes, and taught us how to prepare a very tasty meal!!!! If you aren’t sure, just do it!!!!! You won’t regret it!!!
I highly recommend this experience with your family or couple. We got ourselves to their home and they helped us get a taxi back- definitely try to figure out your rides to:from because it’s not easy to get taxi or uber in Stressa area. The experience was so great. We were welcomed into their home kitchen and we learned to make gnocchi and zucchini flowers for appetizer. Our host spoke English very well as our Italian is just ok. We had a true Italian dining experience and enjoyed a delicious dessert with coffee and limoncello. What a treat!! Definitely book this excursion. You won’t be disappointed!!
Wonderful cultural experience. Gabriella and her husband made us feel at home and part of the family. Highly recommend this experience for amazing food and company
Gabriella & her husband were very prepared and opened their home for an excellent cooking experience. We prepared pesto gnocchi and bruschetta and enjoyed other delicious Italian food such as homemade sourdough bread. They were so easy to be with and we LOVED the experience!
This was an incredible experience to cook in someones private home. We were served delicious food and drink and the couple doing it were lovely.
The food experience was great, Learning how to make the gnocchi was wonderful. We really enjoyed our time with Gabrielle.
What 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.
This was a small group, just us 4 in someone’s apartment. The hostess was quite friendly and very welcoming. Definitely worthwhile!
Great food and company. Very quaint apartment and much fun with great conversations and making new acquaintances.
Fun experience in a locals kitchen. Food was great, participated in cooking, included Apps. , wine, desert. A true Italian experience
Gabriella 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 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!
Our 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!
My 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.
What a great experience. We loved the food and the company. I would definitely recommend this for your visit!
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