COOKING CLASS COMO LAKE
Live an all-Italian culinary experience on Lake Como
An authentic experience of traditional Italian cuisine in my private house in Cernobbio, overlooking the splendid Lake Como.
Together, you will discover the taste, The fun and the emotions which arise from the creation of delicious and unique dishes, made with your own hands and shared with passion.”
What awaits you?
Cook tasty recipes suitable for everyone
Since 2020, I have been collaborating with several medical nutritionists to create delicious recipes that are perfectly suited to a wide range of diets, tastes and preferences: from gluten-free and lactose-free, to low-carb options, to vegetarian and vegan choices. Take a look here: nutrirsidibellezza.com
Pair the right wine with each dish
I attended the Sommelier course at AIS Lombardia. You will not only learn how to prepare delicious dishes, but you will also have the chance to discover how to pair them with Italian wines. Each cooking class becomes a complete experience for the palate!
Discover grandma's recipes
My grandmother taught me to cook traditional Lombard and Venetian recipes, to take care of the vegetable garden and to select genuine products. I'm really excited to share this culinary heritage with you and show you how to transform simple ingredients into authentic gastronomic masterpieces!
Debora's private home
My house stands on a hill at Cernobbio, in the picturesque village of Olzino, whose origins they date back to 1300, set along a typical stone staircase.
It is a old restored barn with a contemporary touch, which still retains traces of its rich history.
Surrounded by greenery And surrounded by silence, the house is strategically positioned: a short distance from the lively city, but far enough away from the noise.
From the kitchen window, the scene of our lessons, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of Lake Como, on the city itself, on the lighthouse dedicated to Alessandro Volta and on the majestic tower of the Baradello castle.
During the summer season, meals are served in the charming garden, enriched by a small vegetable garden where I organically grow tomatoes, courgettes, aubergines and a variety of aromatic herbs.
Location
Cernobbio it is a medieval village overlooking the Lario, Lake Como.
Its territory extends into hilly and mountainous areas, up to 1325 m. of the Mount Bisbino.
It is located just 10 minutes by car from the city of Como, 40 minutes from Milan and Lugano (Switzerland).
The city of Cernobbio is known for its beautiful historic villas, the most famous of which Villa d'Este of 1568, Villa Erba of 1894, Villa Bernasconi from 1906, an Art Nouveau jewel, now a museum open to the public.
Here it is possible rent a boat, The kayak, bicycles, go trekking and guided mountain bikes or simply get lost in the streets of the small village, among trendy shops, restaurants, pizzerias and ice cream parlors.
If you want to find out what to do and see in Cernobbio and beyond, I leave you in the hands of my friends at Larius Way.
Cooking Class
Much more than a cooking lesson!
Create fresh pasta with me, with free-range eggs and organic flours.
In the summer, collect tomatoes and aromatic herbs in the small home garden to prepare condiments and delicious bruschetta.
Get to know the history of the products of the area, the lake and the mountains and learn how simple it is to prepare one of the most famous Italian desserts, Tiramisu or one of the traditional cakes from Lake Como.
All while sipping good wine, tasting local cheeses and cured meats and other small delicacies.
Your experience will end with a lunch or dinner based on what you cooked yourself, admiring the view, listening to music and chatting in complete tranquility.
COOKING CLASS COMO LAKE
Choose your Cooking Class
You can choose from the Cooking Classes proposed below or ask me for some specific recipes from my area.
We can cook gluten-free and lactose-free, vegetarian and vegan recipes.
Remember to report if you have intolerances or if there are any foods you don't like.
Cooking Class 1
Homemade egg pasta: fettuccine, tagliatelle, pappardelle and strozzapreti.
Fresh tomato sauce and basil from the garden.
Tiramisu.
Cooking Class 2
Homemade egg pasta: tagliatelle and ravioli with local ricotta and spinach.
Fresh tomato sauce and basil from the garden.
Tiramisu.
Cooking Class 3
Fettuccine with lake bottarga and aromatic herbs from the garden.
Ravioli filled with smoked trout with parsley pesto.
Typical cake from Lake Como.
Cooking Class 4
Risotto with seasonal vegetables and rice with perch.
Tiramisu.
COOKING CLASS COMO LAKE
There's something for all tastes...
Thanks to the collaboration with various nutritionists, my cooking classes are designed to create exquisite recipes, suitable for various types of diets and tastes: gluten-free, lactose-free, low carb, vegetarian and vegan.
Traditional recipes
Recipes handed down from grandmother
Gluten-free recipes
Vegetarian recipes
Vegan recipes
Lactose-free recipes
Selection of local and Italian wines
Wine in Italy is a language that is expressed through native vines and family stories, poems that are kept in bottles and released on occasions of conviviality.
Each region produces wines with very different characteristics, determined by the altitudes, the subsoil, which can be sandy, calcareous, clayey, rich in minerals, some volcanic and by the proximity to the sea, lakes, mountains, exposure to the sun and wind.
The art of pairing wine with food, to enhance their respective flavors and aromas, is part of our Italian tradition and is an excellent way to celebrate special occasions but also to spend time with family or friends.
I introduce myself
Hi, I'm Debora, but everyone calls me De.
I fell in love with Lake Como as a child, when I lived near Milan and on Sundays my parents took me to see "the sit pussé bel del mund” – in dialect “the most beautiful place in the world”.
So when I had my first child I thought it was the right place to raise children, in the midst of so much history, art and nature, far from the frenzy and smog of the big cities.
I worked in interior design for 20 years, at the same time cultivating my passion for healthy and genuine cuisine, until it became my job.
Even my house has transformed with me and the old barn for which the building was used has become a contemporary home restaurant, where I am lucky enough to receive new friends from all over the world.
Reviews
Josh and Alyssa
Debora was awesome! She was a very gracious hostess. The cooking session was so much fun and she was a pleasure to talk to for the entire evening. The food turned out delicious and she even sent the recipes to us to make at home. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting a fun, enjoyable evening!
Thomas
Debora was amazing, she invited us into her lovely home and taught us how to make pasta and tiramisu from scratch. We couldn't have asked for a better time with her. She was a joy to be around and to learn from.
Kamil
Debora organized the best cooking class ever. Wonderful chef, incredible place and fantastic recipes. I had a great time with cooking, tasting and discussing. And view on Como lake. I strongly recommend cooking classes with Debora.
Justin
This cooking class was the absolute highlight of our Italy trip. Debora is a fantastic host sharing her home, her food and her stories. The pasta we made was delicious and it was a lot of fun making it with Debora as our teacher. My kids are 4 and 7 declared it was the best food they had eaten in Italy – high praise indeed!
Alaina
My husband and I had a class with Debora during our honeymoon. It was just the two of us. Debora was so lovely, charming and warm!!! We felt so welcome and had such a great time soaking up as much knowledge as we could during our time with her. The food was delicious and the conversation was fabulous as well! We can't wait to try and recreate the recipes on our own. We'll always remember this experience!
Louis
Debora was simply fantastic!
What do I get asked most often?
Some questions? Below you can find some answers to the questions I am asked most often, for anything you can still contact me from the form above.
Certain ! Children are always welcome. Under 3 years the lesson is free, under 12 years the cost is reduced by 30%.
They must always be accompanied by an adult.
You can choose whether to leave open the possibility of other people joining or whether to book an experience just for you, your family or your friends.
The maximum number of participants in any case is 8 people.
In the morning they start at 10.00 and in the afternoon they start at 5.00.
The duration is approximately 3 hours for groups of 2 or 3 people.
For groups of 4 to 8 people the duration is approximately 4 hours.
However, the pleasure of being together has no timetable!
You can reach Cernobbio from Como by boat or by bus.
Here are some links that may help you: Navigation on Lake Como And Bus.
However, my house is located in a hilly area where public transport does not reach, so I recommend taking a taxi to get to the meeting point, which is 150 meters away from the house.
If you have your own car I will show you where to find parking.
The house is located along a staircase, so you need to take a short walk to reach it.
Don't let this scare you, let's get in touch and we will find the best solution.
