Puglian Pleasures

The Authentic Puglian Cheese-Making Experience

Ever wondered what it’s like to tie a perfect nodino or fill a silky burrata by hand? Most people have tasted mozzarella, but few can say they’ve crafted their own, with curds pulled fresh from piping hot water. This isn’t your typical food tour. This is an authentic, hands-on cheese-making experience in the heart of Puglia — and it’s as delicious as it is unforgettable.

A Family Tradition Since 1977

On an unassuming corner in the heart of my home town, lies Caseificio Lanzillotti, a family-run cheese shop that’s been perfecting the art of mozzarella and burrata for three generations. Here, cheese isn’t just made — it’s crafted, every morning, by hand, following age-old traditions passed down through the Lanzillotti family.

Led by owner and master cheesemaker Francesco Lanzillotti, you’ll be welcomed not as a tourist, but as a guest, stepping behind the scenes into a world of fresh curds, warm whey, and authentic Puglian hospitality.

Get Hands-On with Nodini & Burrata

This intimate workshop isn’t about standing back and watching — you’ll be right in the middle of the action, learning the delicate art of tying nodini (mozzarella knots) and the trick to crafting the perfect burrata pouch, all while your hands brave water at a steamy 80°C. Don’t worry if you’ve never done it before — Francesco’s expert guidance and good humour will have you laughing your way through the learning curve.

As the guests shaped their first nodini, a playful challenge began to unfold. Francesco couldn’t resist turning the demonstration into a light-hearted competition, keeping a close eye on who had the makings of a true cheesemaker.

One young lady showed such natural talent that Francesco declared her the unofficial champion of the day — and with a grin, offered her a job on the spot.

“You can start tomorrow… but you’ll need to be here at 4am!”

Moments like this, filled with warmth and humour, turn a simple workshop into a memory you’ll never forget.

A Tasting to Savour

No foodie experience would be complete without a large selection of cheeses to devour. So, a carefully curated selection of fresh and aged cheeses, including burrata, primo sale, caciocavallo, goat’s cheese, sheep’s cheese, and more — all made daily in-house by the Lanzillotti family, are yours to savour.

This isn’t just a tasting; it’s a celebration of Puglia’s rich dairy heritage, shared with you by the very hands that keep it alive.

Why This Experience is Different

Unlike large group tours, this is an intimate, private demonstration where you become part of the process and for a short period, part of the family.

With small groups, personalised attention, and plenty of laughs, it’s an authentic slice of Puglian life that you won’t find in a guidebook.

Whether you’re a foodie, a hands-on traveller, or just looking for a unique memory to take home, this experience will stay with you long after the last bite of burrata.

Ready to Get Your Hands in the Curds?

Spaces are limited to keep the experience personal. To book your private mozzarella & burrata experience at Caseificio Lanzillotti, contact me directly:

📧 Email: puglianpleasures@gmail.com
📱 WhatsApp: +39 331 257 6930

Or simply send me a DM on Instagram or Facebook @puglianpleasures — I’ll personally arrange everything for you.

Let’s make sure your trip to Puglia is anything but average.


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