# Squisita Passione — Chef Davide Rizzardi > Authentic Italian culinary experiences in Canada and Italy. Chef Davide Rizzardi offers hands-on cooking workshops, private chef services, and informal gastronomic tours through Tuscany. 21+ years of professional culinary experience. ## About Chef Davide Rizzardi Chef Davide Rizzardi is an Italian chef with over 21 years of professional experience working in kitchens across multiple countries. He is the founder of Squisita Passione, a culinary brand dedicated to sharing authentic Italian cuisine through immersive, hands-on experiences. Known for his energetic personality, creativity, and deep knowledge of traditional Italian cooking, Chef Davide specializes in fresh pasta making, regional Italian recipes, and curating food-focused travel experiences. He is based between Canada and Italy, offering his services in both countries seasonally. - Website: https://squisitapassione.com - Email: chefdavide@squisitapassione.com - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chef_daviderizzardi/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davide-rizzardi-262347104/ - WhatsApp (Italy): +39 3773 1001 944 - WhatsApp (Canada): +1 263 550 6556 ## Core Services ### 1. Italian Cooking Workshops Hands-on cooking classes in Canada where participants learn to prepare authentic Italian dishes — fresh pasta, traditional sauces, risotto, and regional specialties. 3-hour sessions for groups of 2–12 guests. Themes include Northern Italian Pasta Masterclass, Southern Italian Pasta Masterclass, and Risotto Experience. Perfect for date nights, team building, birthday parties, bridal showers, and family gatherings. All ingredients, recipes, and a sit-down meal are included. - Page: https://squisitapassione.com/workshops.html ### 2. Private Chef Services Exclusive, personalized Italian dining experiences at the client's home or venue in Canada. Chef Davide creates custom menus for special occasions, preparing a multi-course Italian feast on-site. Available by appointment. - Page: https://squisitapassione.com/private-chef.html ### 3. Informal Gastronomic Tours in Tuscany Chef-guided culinary tours through Florence and Tuscany, Italy. Available as a complete 7-day package (with accommodation, all meals, activities, and transportation), an activities-only package (same experiences, no accommodation), or individual day experiences. The full tour runs September 1–7, 2026 and includes visits to Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio, Chianti wine tours, Fiesole, Florentine street food, Macelleria Cecchini butchery, horseback riding through Tuscan hills, aperitivo cocktail masterclass, and a farewell dinner by Chef Davide. - Page: https://squisitapassione.com/tours.html ## Current Availability (2026) - **Canada:** February & March 2026 — Cooking workshops and private chef services - **Italy:** September 2026 — Gastronomic tours in Florence and Tuscany ## Target Audience Canadians (English and French-speaking) who love cooking, traveling, and discovering Italian food culture. Also Italian food enthusiasts worldwide looking for authentic culinary experiences in Tuscany. ## Languages The website and all services are available in English and French. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Who is Chef Davide Rizzardi? Chef Davide Rizzardi is an Italian chef with 21+ years of professional experience, specializing in traditional Italian cuisine. He offers cooking workshops, private chef services in Canada, and gastronomic tours in Tuscany through his brand Squisita Passione. ### What cooking workshops does Chef Davide offer? Chef Davide offers 3-hour hands-on Italian cooking classes in Canada, covering fresh pasta making, traditional sauces, and regional specialties. Themes include Northern Italian Pasta, Southern Italian Pasta, and Risotto Experience, for groups of 2–12 guests. ### Does Chef Davide offer private chef services? Yes. Chef Davide provides exclusive private dining experiences at clients' homes or venues in Canada, with custom Italian menus designed for special occasions. ### What are the gastronomic tours in Tuscany? Chef Davide leads informal culinary tours through Florence and Tuscany, Italy. Options include a full 7-day all-inclusive package, an activities-only package, or individual day experiences covering markets, wineries, street food, butchery, horseback riding, and cooking classes. ### Where is Chef Davide based? Chef Davide operates between Canada and Italy. He is available in Canada during February and March, and in Italy (Tuscany) during September. ### How can I book an experience with Chef Davide? Contact Chef Davide via email at chefdavide@squisitapassione.com, through WhatsApp, or via the contact form on the website at https://squisitapassione.com. ### What makes Squisita Passione different from other cooking experiences? Squisita Passione offers intimate, personal culinary experiences rooted in authentic Italian traditions. Chef Davide brings 21+ years of hands-on professional experience, a passion for sharing food culture, and genuine connections with local artisans and producers in Italy. --- ## Key Pages - Homepage: https://squisitapassione.com - Cooking Workshops: https://squisitapassione.com/workshops.html - Private Chef: https://squisitapassione.com/private-chef.html - Gastronomic Tours: https://squisitapassione.com/tours.html --- Last updated: 2026-03-17