let’s open a bottle of vino and get cooking
(...and eating!)

Private dining experiences and custom cooking classes perfect for creating those “remember that time when…” memories at your celebration

READY? ANDIAMO

“We had such a lovely night with Cucina Migrante! Their home is warm and welcoming with plenty of room. Francesco was sweet and the food was amazing; he encouraged us to follow our intuition (even if it meant we made mistakes) and taught us along the way. We had a fabulous dinner and absolutely would recommend to our friends. Thank you!”

- Mackenzie Baird

All Cucina Migrante experiences can be customized for…

→ Family reunions
→ Birthday parties
→ Anniversary parties
→ Graduation parties

→ Bachelorettes / Bachelor parties
→ Intimate weddings
→ “Just because” celebrations with friends and family

...and any celebration under the sun!

Sì, totalmente. We can accommodate any restrictions, preferences, or allergies (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, nut-free, etc.)
If you’d like! Drinks (including wine, beer, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages) can be included in your booking.
You can also upgrade the experience with our exclusive wine tastings
It's simple! Here's our process:
1. We confirm availability and provide an overview via email.
2. We send an invoice with an estimate.
3. You pay a small deposit to secure the date.
4. We finalize location and menu details.
5. Five days before: confirm final guest count so we can adjust the invoice, confirm all allergies/restrictions and menu.
6. The final payment can be handled after the event.
Pronto! You're all set for your Cucina Migrante experience!
We can create pop-up Italian/Sicilian/Mediterranean food and wine experiences at your event!
We love to make food from scratch and entertain your guests with our cooking so don't think of us as a “'traditional off-site catering company.”
We ask that you have at least 6 guests in attendance for private events. If you want to host a smaller party, please contact us; just note that there’s a minimum fee of $750.
We’re glad you asked, amico!
1. Our commitment to quality using premium ingredients (local or imported from Europe) and fresh ones from local farmers and vendors.
2. Uniquely designed around you. In fact, each event is created listening to your needs and vision. The menu is a unique journey of flavors designed around your allergies, dietary restrictions, and possibly food desires.
3. Food storytelling. Culinary storytelling transforms our dinners and cooking classes into chapters of a greater narrative. You will enjoy a fusion of language, flavors, and visuals in the form of a comprehensive experience. Your guests will leave with many memories and stories to share.

Cucina Migrante | San Diego, Palm Springs, Los Angeles Private Culinary Experiences |

Buon appetito!
Dig into our FAQs

Sì, certo! That’s the beauty of our process — nothing is, how you say, “off the shelf.” We’ll collaborate with you to plan the perfect menu.
Sì! We would not dare to torture you with breathing in the mouth-watering smells of the meal and not invite you to stay to enjoy it!
Our experiences are all about meaningful conversations and human connections — and of course delicious food. You will interact with our chefs during the cooking process, as they tell you the story of ingredients and dishes. And at the end, you will sit down to enjoy fresh food with our unique Italian and Sicilian twist.
We are based in San Diego, and proudly serve the San Diego, North County, Orange County, Los Angeles, Palm Springs and the desert cities.
Sì, we can travel to you! We have a small travel fee depending on the distance.
The investment varies from $130 - $300 per person, depending on the experience you choose.

“A group of us found this hidden gem! We were a group of 5 coworkers with our spouses. We had such an amazing experience! The atmosphere was great. The food was delicious and homemade. It felt like we were visiting a home in Italy! Adisa and Francesco were very warm, generous and inviting! We can't wait to visit them again!”

- Fadi Nicolas