Small Group Pesto Cooking Class in Riomaggiore

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Sip wine and learn the secrets of making pesto in a local’s picturesque home in Cinque Terre

5.00

(3)

2 h

Max 8 Guests

Have you ever dreamed of mastering the art of making genuine Italian pesto while savoring the breathtaking views of Cinque Terre's rugged coastline? Then join our pesto cooking class for a one-of-a-kind experience led by a local host who will guide you through traditional and modern pesto-making techniques. Paired with an appetizer and local wine, this culinary adventure will leave you with not only a jar of self-made pesto but an intimate taste of Italian culture and hospitality.

Welcome to your one-of-a-kind cooking class in Cinque Terre. Here, on the terraces overlooking the sea and alongside a picturesque vineyard, you’ll discover the secrets of making authentic pesto alongside your local host. Start your tour by learning the secrets of pesto alla Genovese, and how to select the best basil plants and quality ingredients.

After enjoying a glass of wine from a local winery that’s been paired perfectly with an Italian appetizer, roll your sleeves up and get han...

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance!

Passionate English-speaking host

Pesto cooking class

Aperitivo

Local wine

Social experience

Group size of 8

Local host gratuities

Hotel pick up and drop off

Meeting point in a local home in Riomaggiore

You and your intimate group of fellow foodies will meet at your host’s lovely home in one of Cinque Terre’s most beautiful villages

Cinque Terre ​

Admire the dramatic Italian Riviera coastline from Riomaggiore, one of the five seaside villages that make up Liguria’s famous Cinque Terre

Appetizer

Enjoy a delicious appetizer made of fresh, regional ingredients along with a decadent glass of wine from a local winery

Pesto experience

Learn the secrets to choosing the right basil and the traditional techniques used to make the perfect pesto sauce

Cooking class

Roll up your sleeves and tie on your apron as you get a hands-on lesson in making an authentic pesto sauce just like the Ligurians!

For Reference Only. Itineraries are subject to change

You will meet at your local host home. We will communicate the exact address after the booking.

A phone or camera to capture epic photos and an excitement to learn new skills!

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Loved it!

Mark Nelson

Verified Review

March 12, 2025

I thought I knew how to prepare linguine al pesto - turns out I was wrong! Cannot be thankful enough for this tour, an authentic experience in an house perched inside the Cinque Terre villages.

Delicious

Charles White

Verified Review

March 03, 2025

This was hands down the best thing we did in Cinque Terre! Our host was so warm and welcoming, making us feel right at home. The class was small and intimate, which made it even more special. We crushed fresh basil with a mortar and pestle, just like generations before us, and the flavors were out of this world!

A Delicious Slice of Italian Life!

Amy Adams

Verified Review

March 03, 2025

We’ve traveled to Italy many times, but this was one of the most memorable experiences we’ve ever had! Our host welcomed us into a charming home in Riomaggiore, where we learned how to make real Ligurian pesto from scratch, just like the locals do. Between sips of local wine and the freshest ingredients, we got hands-on experience with both the traditional mortar and pestle and the modern method. It felt like cooking with an old friend, and the views from the terrace were simply stunning. If you want an authentic, relaxed, and delicious way to experience Cinque Terre, don’t miss this class!

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