Romagna on a Plate: Timeless Recipes in a Historic Home

Experience the timeless charm of Romagna cuisine in an 18th-century frescoed palace in the heart of Faenza with Chef Giulia and her family. From the moment you arrive, you will be welcomed into a warm and elegant home, complete with exquisite table settings, fine linens, and fresh flowers. Giulia shares recipes passed down through generations, blending authentic flavors with refined presentation. During the class, you will learn to make traditional handmade pasta such as cappelletti, tortelloni, passatelli, and orecchioni, rolling each piece by hand with the mattarello. You will also explore Romagna’s comforting second courses, including slow-cooked rabbit in terracotta, stuffed guinea fowl, and tender herb-roasted meats, experiencing techniques rooted in family tradition and seasonal ingredients from the garden.

Discover that no meal in Romagna is complete without dessert, and Giulia will guide you through beloved classics like zuppa inglese, airy mascarpone, chocolate mousse, and her signature zuccotto all’ananas. Each dessert is served with traditional zuccherini and strong Italian coffee, making for a perfect sweet ending. For those who wish, you can extend the experience with a guided walk through the local markets and botteghe, learning how to select the best seasonal and local ingredients alongside Giulia. Whether joining for a cooking class, dinner, aperitivo, or full culinary tour, this experience invites you to slow down, savor authentic flavors, and connect with the heartfelt stories and warmth of Giulia’s family, leaving you with lasting memories of Romagna’s culinary traditions.