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With a degree in architecture and a passion for cycling, she spent nearly a decade traveling the word - through Alaska, Ecuador, Zimbabwe, New Zealand, Madagascar, and beyond.
Her greatest joy has always been preparing meals for friends and family. She eventually discovered her true calling: sharing authentic Italian recipes passed down through generations - celebrating the power of fresh, simple ingredients.
Today, she invites the world into her home through Cooking in Tuscany, her online and in-person cooking classes rooted in family traditions, local ingredients, and heartfelt connection.
Chicca’s food is simple, seasonal, and soulful. Think: tomato sauces simmered with love, hand-shaped pasta dusted with flour, and recipes passed down from generations of Italian nonnas.
June 7: Handmade Fagottini – Italian Dumplings
These delightful stuffed pasta parcels are a perfect blend of elegance and comfort. You’ll learn how to make the dough from scratch and fold it with care—just like Chicca’s nonna taught her.
June 21: Torta della Nonna – Grandmother’s Cake
A classic Tuscan dessert with a creamy custard filling, pine nuts, and powdered sugar. It's not just a recipe—it's a love letter to generations past.
Both classes are beginner-friendly, interactive, and designed to bring a slice of Tuscany right to your kitchen. Whether you're cooking alone or with family, Chicca’s warm teaching style makes it feel like you're sitting at her kitchen table.
What's more! With the purchase of an 11inch Frying pan or a lasagna/roasting pan, DaTerra Cucina will send you a coupon to join a class for free!
From her curated favorites at DaTerra Cucina to her engaging classes at Cooking in Tuscany, Chicca’s mission is to help people slow down and fall in love with real food again.
