Top Bari Dining Experiences

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Varese 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.

No car needed—just walk in and enjoy 4 wines with local bites in the heart of Bari, with a food pairings. Get tasting tips and wine knowledge in an authentic, welcoming atmosphere.

Learn how to whip up authentic pasta and tiramisù like a real Italian “mamma” with this hands-on cooking class in a local home in Bari. Join your host in her kitchen to break the ice with a glass of Prosecco and snacks, then get to work rolling and shaping two types of pasta and assembling a perfect tiramisù. Sample your handiwork during a celebratory tasting to end the class.

The meal will be accompanied by side dishes that celebrate simplicity and taste, as well as cheeses crafted from the milk of our organically raised cows and goats at the family farm. Each bite is a celebration of Puglia’s rich heritage, where the atmosphere of festive family gatherings still lingers in the air. As you savor each course, you’ll be transported to a time when meals were shared among friends and family, surrounded by the scents of the countryside and the comfort of home. This is more than just dinner—it’s an experience that captures the essence of Puglia hospitality.

Roll up your sleeves for this hands-on small-group cooking class in a local’s home in Polignano a Mare. Learn how to make regional staples such as Bari-style focaccia and orecchiette pasta, before you sit down to enjoy your creations alongside your classmates, with local wine and traditional snacks included.

Experience authentic Italian hospitality with a private dining experience in the home of a local in Castellana Grotte. Enjoy a live cooking demonstration of traditional family recipes passed down through generations. Then, indulge in a 4-course meal that includes local delicacies, regional wines, and warm Italian hospitality.

Swap busy restaurants for the intimate alternative of a private experience in a local’s home. As well as eating a sumptuous 4-course meal of a starter, main dish, pasta, side dish, dessert, and drinks; the experience also includes show cooking so you can learn how to replicate the recipes and techniques when you get home.

Experience an authentic evening in my apulian home, where traditional flavors, local culture, and music come together in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. You will be my guest on the terrace of my home for a traditional apulian dinner, prepared with local ingredients and family recipes passed down through generations. During the evening, I will share stories about the dishes, the traditions of my land, and the products that make Puglia’s cuisine unique. The experience begins with a welcome aperitif, followed by a selection of traditional appetizers, a typical first course, a main dish with seasonal sides, fresh local fruit, and homemade desserts. The evening is enriched by live music, creating a special moment of connection, conversation, and Italian hospitality. More than just a dinner: it is an authentic cultural experience where you can discover Puglia through its food, stories, and the warmth of a local family home. PLASTIC FREE

Visit the vibrant local market and immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive cooking demo and taste authentic Bari recipes 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 Puglia cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ 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.

In addition to sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, art cities, historic villages, vineyards and olive trees, Puglia is a land rich in authentic flavors and typical products with an intense and genuine taste. During the experience we will make together the famous orecchiette from Puglia, a complete first course, accompanied by an aperitif with taralli, focaccia, wine and seasonal vegetables. In conclusion, we will all sit at the table, as tradition dictates, to enjoy the delicious creations prepared.

Tour the vibrant market and historical food shops to discover typical ingredients. Then head home for a cooking demonstration followed by a 4-course lunch or dinner with wine included. • Local market and food shops tour with a culinary enthusiast in Bergamo • Learn Italy’s cooking secrets during your private cooking demonstration • 4-course lunch or dinner with wines included at a local's home

Discover the spectacular coastline of Polignano a Mare aboard a comfortable mini catamaran. Depart from the Abbey of San Vito with an experienced local skipper and cruise along dramatic cliffs, hidden coves and the famous sea caves. Admire the iconic Lama Monachile from the sea and enjoy breathtaking views accessible only by boat. Stop for a refreshing swim and snorkeling in the crystal-clear Adriatic waters before relaxing with a traditional Apulian aperitif featuring authentic focaccia barese, Prosecco, iced tea, peach tea, lemon drinks and water. With a maximum of 10 guests, this small-group experience offers comfort, relaxation and personalized service. Highlights • Explore the sea caves of Polignano a Mare • Admire Lama Monachile from the sea • Swimming and snorkeling stop • Traditional focaccia from Bari • Prosecco and soft drink included • Local skipper • Small group (max. 10 guests) Duration: 2 hours Departure : Abbey of San Vito, Polignano a Mare

Dive into Bari like a local foodie. Explore your Cesarina's most trusted artisanal food shops, tasting as you go. Visit a selection of small local shops, learn about the typical products of the city while tasting them. A delicious way to discover Bari and its gastronomy! • Street food tasting tour • Explore your Cesarina's most trusted artisanal food shops • Sample some of Bari typical street food staples • Do some sightseeing in Bari as you walk from tasting to tasting • Small-group tour with a maximum of 12 people for an authentic food experience Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

The sea caves around Polignano a Mare have extraordinary history, from a secret cinema to a sea bathing establishment. Discover them in comfort when you book this stylish cruise, which includes a swim stop and a simple Italian “aperitivo”: a glass of prosecco and some crackers. Capture magical photos of cliffs, islets, and more as you sail. Upgrade to include round-trip transfers from your Polignano a Mare address.

Experience Puglia through a sensory journey: a food and wine tasting that will make you fall in love with our land. Come and visit us in the Méstagnaz workshop. We will tell you about the genuineness of our land through a selection of products with a short supply chain and made in a more sustainable style. Wines that speak the local dialect, preserves that recall grandmother's pantry and unique fresh products, inimitable in flavor and quality. Enter our shop, we will know how to take care of you and make you feel part of the family.

Dive into the Italian way of life by living just like the locals do. Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at host's home, enjoy an exclusive cooking demo 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. 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). Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ 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.

Discover the charm of Polignano a Mare with a walking tour and cooking class that blends history, tradition, and authentic flavors. Your adventure begins with a guided stroll through Polignano’s picturesque streets, where you’ll visit local markets and historic food shops to explore fresh regional ingredients and learn about Apulian culinary traditions. After an hour of exploration, you’ll head to a local home kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Using high-quality local ingredients, you’ll prepare classic Puglian dishes like handmade orecchiette, focaccia barese, or seafood specialties, mastering traditional techniques passed down through generations. At the end of the class, enjoy your homemade meal paired with fine Apulian wine in the cozy atmosphere of an authentic Polignano a Mare home. Ideal for food lovers and cultural explorers, this experience offers new cooking skills, traditional recipes, and unforgettable memories of Polignano’s coastal beauty.

Discover the secrets of Apulian cuisine in a practical and engaging course with a Pro Cooking Teacher. It's not just about following recipes, but about getting your hands in the dough to turn food into a moment of sharing and fun. At the end of the course, savor the prepared delights, while learning about the gastronomic culture of one of Italy's richest regions. For those who want a tailor-made experience, it is possible to request personalized menus, taking care of every detail from shopping to service. - Practical Apulian Cooking Course with Pro Teacher - Active and engaging learning, not just recipes - Tasting of dishes prepared at the end of the course - Possibility of personalized menus for exclusive dinners

Once the theoretical part is over, you will have the opportunity to “put your hands in dough” and you will be invited to try your hand at making your own bread directly. Followed by the Expert baker, you can shape and shape the bread, which will then be baked in the wood-fired oven by you in person, just as it has happened every day for generations.

Discover the true taste of Bari through an immersive, hands-on cooking experience. This masterclass is your gateway to understanding the secrets behind one of Italy’s most iconic and satisfying dishes—Focaccia Barese. Under the guidance of a skilled local home cook, you’ll learn to prepare the dough from scratch, create a rich mix of toppings, and bake the perfect focaccia. As you shape and layer the ingredients, you’ll appreciate the delicate balance that makes this dish so beloved. Once the focaccia is in the oven, enjoy a small aperitivo, learn about Bari’s culinary traditions, and soak in the warmth of true Italian hospitality. Finally, sit down and savor your homemade focaccia, accompanied by a glass of regional wine, ensuring a full flavorful and immersive experience. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, this experience offers an authentic, local perspective that no restaurant can match. Join us to cook, taste, and enjoy Bari like a true local!

Treat yourself to the funniest and tastiest way to experience Polignano a Mare. Between breathtaking views, typical street food and stories full of curiosity, this tuk-tuk ride turns a simple visit into a memory that you will take home with a smile.

You will be fascinated by anecdotes about how my grandmother prepared pasta, and what cooking represented in the past and still represents. And then our traditional music, in our local language! An immersion in true Apulian life and Italian sociology. I will communicate with my heart and experience. And, once you get home, you'll produce your own good food, and you'll treasure the memory of what I showed you. The lunch that follows is collaborative, everyone helps, with dishes and pans in their hands. The wine, the foods I serve together with the pasta we prepare together and that are all local and largely the result of my organic garden, all local and fresh, do the rest.

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Trani 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.