Create A New Tradition!

This winter, choose the true essence of Tuscany for your special event with an exclusive private dining experience crafted by renowned native Tuscan celebrity chef, Davide Cerretini. 


With over 30 years of culinary expertise and international experience, Chef Cerretini has made his mark as the owner of San Francisco’s famous Cacciucco Cucina Toscana and Botto Bistro, where he has cooked for numerous celebrities. A familiar face in TV, film, and media across the USA, Chef Cerretini is now bringing the bold, rustic flavors of his homeland to the UK, arriving in Norwich this December.


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A Tuscan Winter Feast?


Yes, it's all about the food, but it's also about bringing people together!

From intimate family meals to festive office parties, this feast offers the perfect way to make your holiday celebrations unforgettable. 


Every detail has been carefully curated to transport you to the heart of Tuscany, ensuring that your event is one to remember. Let Chef Davide bring his expertise and his warm humour to your gathering, no matter how humble your kitchen.


Available for private events across Norfolk, bookings are now open to ensure your celebration is set with the unmistakable charm of Italian cuisine.

What to Expect

Enjoy 10 perfectly crafted, authentic dishes per person across 6 indulgent courses, available only in the months of December and January!

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Abundance

6 authentic courses with 10 dishes per person

Natural Ingredients

Tradition

Traditional Tuscan Christmas recipes passed down for generations

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Warmth

A warm, festive atmosphere that feels like home

Natural Ingredients

Taste

The rich, hearty flavours of Italy brought straight to your table


Your Menu Choices

For our set menu bookings, we kindly ask that the same dishes are selected for all guests per course to ensure a seamless dining experience. While we're happy to accommodate a substitution here and there for any food intolerances, we’re unable to offer different options for each guest for every course. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

  • Antipasti (Starters)
  • Zuppe & Insalate (Soup & Salad)
  • Primi Piatti (First Plates)
  • Secondi (Main Dishes)
  • Contorni (Side Dishes)
  • Dolci (Desserts)

  Chef Davide will discuss your menu with you after you book. You will be choosing 3 dishes from the starter menu

Traditional Christmas crostini with chicken liver pate’

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Rolls of Prosciutto di parma filled with mascarpone, rocket and salsa verde

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Roasted pork belly bites with infused honey-saffron glaze

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Mozzarella burrata with truffle pate’ and Tuscan olive oil

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Rolls of grilled aubergine filled with gorgonzola, walnuts and pesto

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Selection of vegetarian Tuscan bruschetta

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Roasted mushroom caps filled with caramelized onion and brie with balsamic glaze

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Shrimp cocktail with lemon, rocket, olive oil and bread crisps

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Crab fritters on a bed of garden greens with vegetable julienne

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Chickpeas salad with black squid ink, shrimp and rocket

  You will be choosing 2 dishes from the Soup and Salad menu

Traditional Christmas Tuscan chicken broth with tortellini and parmigiano

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Tuscan Farro soup with vegetables and Cannellini beans

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Spinach and pear salad with toasted almonds, pecorino and honey-truffle vinaigrette

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Green salad with dry figs, goat cheese, walnut and balsamic-olive oil dressingtmas crostini with chicken liver pate’



  You will be choosing 1 dish from the prima piatti menu

Risotto with Porcini mushrooms, truffle paste and Parmigiano

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Risotto with black squid ink, calamari, mushrooms and shallots

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Traditional lasagna with Tuscan meat sauce, parmigiano and bechamel

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Tuscan Spinach and ricotta lasagna with spinach, ricotta, nutmeg and bechamel

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Paccheri pasta with fresh mussels, Tuscan sausage, peperoncino, tomato-white wine sauce

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Fettuccine with chicken, asparagus, pine nuts and pink creamy sundried tomato-parmigiano sauce

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Pappardelle with Tuscan meatballs and San Marzano tomato-basil sauce

  You will be choosing 1 dish from the main menu

Braised short ribs with Sangiovese wine-tomato-rosemary reduction sauce

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Fried breaded lamb chops with caperberry-mint green sauce

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Roasted rolls of chicken filled with salame toscano and mozzarella with infused butter-sage sauce

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Pan roasted Branzino seabass filet with infused butter-lemon-caper sauce

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Traditional seafood shellfish soup with mussels, prawns, cod, calamari, clams white wine-tomato broth on grilled garlic bread

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Aubergine Parmigiana with parmigiano and San Marzano tomato-basil sauce

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Ribollita Toscana, twice cooked traditional thick bread soup with kale, cabbage, Cannellini beans and vegetables

  You will be choosing 2 dishes from the side dishes menu

Braised green beans with tomato-garlic sauce

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Truffle mashed potatoes

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Roasted caramelized shallots

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Garlic spinach with lemon

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Sauteed mushroom with peperoncino, garlic and olive oil

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Rosemary roasted potatoes

  You will be choosing 1 dish from the dessert menu

Tuscan apple soft cake with raisin, walnut and mascarpone custard

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Tuscan chocolate pear cake with almonds and pastry custard

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Cream of Mascarpone with fresh berries, shaved chocolate and crumble Amaretto cookie

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Traditional lemon rice cake with custard and fresh berries

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Traditional rustic Tuscan chestnut cake with pine nuts, raisins, rosemary and ricotta cream

A sample of Tuscan Winter Feast dishes...

Why Choose A Tuscan Winter Feast? If you're tired of the same old Christmas routine, this feast offers something unique. Whether you're a lover of travel, a foodie with a passion for authenticity, or someone looking to create new traditions, this experience is made for you. Reconnect over delicious food, savour every moment, and celebrate togetherness with the people who matter most.

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Tuscan Winter Feast

what's included

  • Cancel within 24 hours of booking for no-questions-asked refund

  • Fully flexible scheduling.

  • Special Dietary needs can be accommodated

  • Grocery shopping, prepping and cooking of ingredients

  • Plating of the dishes, with explanation of origin

  • Kitchen setup and cleaning 

  • Available in London, and in Norfolk and Kent counties. Please inquire for any other areas. (Travel fee might apply - please contact us to inquire.)

What is not included

  • Table set-up and table clean-up

  • Table service (we can provide a server for an extra charge - please inquire for details)

  • Mixing and matching of different dishes for different members of the party

This festive event is available for 4 to 12 diners, and can be customised to accommodate dietary needs.


After you book Chef Davide will contact you to discuss scheduling, the menu, and special dietary requirements.

Number of Diners:

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£880.00
Wine that pairs perfectly with your meal. Chef Davide will discuss your choices with you after you book.
£50.00
Please select your distance from Norwich to add the travel fee to your booking.
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Don’t miss out on an incredible culinary experience that will make this Christmas truly magical.

Gather your loved ones and get ready to indulge in the very best of Tuscan cuisine.

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Spaces are limited, and this experience is only available through December and January 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Send us your question by filling out the form below, we will be happy to assist you.

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What is your refund/cancellation policy?

Please contact info@1starchef.com if you wish to cancel your booking.

We offer a full refund within 24 hours of booking.

After 24 hours have passed, we retain a percentage of the entire booking amount as a cancellation fee, depending on how much time remains before your event

 FromToAmount of original booking retained as cancellation fee 
Reservation Day50 days until date of booked service30%
49 days until date of booked service30 days until date of booked service50%
29 days until date of booked service15 days until date of booked service70%
14 days until date of booked service0 days until date of booked service100%

Chef Requirements

  1. The Chef need access to the kitchen several hours before the start of the event

  2. The kitchen must be clean and free of any personal belongings

  3. We will not provide silverware, plates and glassware, make sure to have the necessary in stock

  4. We will use any utensils and pantry items available in the kitchen if necessary

  5. Make sure oven and stove are working properly

  6. If children are present please make sure to monitor them closely and keep them away from the kitchen and service area for their safety

  7.  At the end our team will leave the kitchen clean but not the dining table if guests are still sitting

  8.  Estimate time of event may vary based on the type of menu

  9.  Dogs must be kept out of the kitchen and service area at all times

  10.  Please advise the chef of any allergy and/or dietary requirement prior to preparation starting

Travel Information

Services are available in London, Greater London, Kent and Norfolk. A travel fee may apply depending on exact location. 

Travel charges will be payable via a separate invoice once the booking is confirmed.
What if I need to change the date of my event?

We understand that life is full of surprises, and plans can change. If you need to alter the date of your event, please feel free to contact us. We will do our utmost to accommodate your new requirements. However, to ensure the highest quality of service and availability, we kindly ask that any changes be made no later than 14 days before the scheduled event. Within this 14-day window, we may not be able to facilitate changes due to preparations and commitments already in place.