Cinque Terre, Authentic Pesto Cooking Class Wine Tasting

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Cinque Terre, Authentic Pesto Cooking Class Wine Tasting

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Discover the art of making traditional Ligurian pesto in an engaging one-hour class set in the charming Cinque Terre. Using a marble mortar and wooden pestle, you'll learn to blend fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and cheeses to craft this iconic sauce. Your host will share fascinating stories about Ligurian cuisine, enriching your understanding of the local culture as you prepare your own pesto from scratch. As the class wraps up, enjoy a delightful aperitivo featuring your homemade pesto paired with local delicacies and Cinque Terre white wine, making for a perfect way to savour the region's flavours.

Activity location

Via XX Settembre, 27
- 27 Via XX Settembre
- 19016, Monterosso al Mare, Liguria, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

Via XX Settembre, 27
- 27 Via XX Settembre
- 19016, Monterosso al Mare, Liguria, Italy

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Cinque Terre: Pesto Cooking Class & Local Wine Tasting

1h
English

cibo e bevande

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Language options: English

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£56.05 x 1 Adult£56.05

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Soft drink/Pop
Alcoholic Drinks
Snacks

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Public transport options are available nearby
In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
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Activity itinerary

Discover one of the most authentic food experiences in Cinque Terre with this hands-on pesto cooking class in Monterosso al Mare. Step into a small local shop in the heart of the village and learn how to prepare traditional Genoese pesto using the original marble mortar and wooden pestle technique still used in Ligurian homes today. Guided step by step by a local host, you’ll make authentic pesto from scratch using fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino cheese, and extra virgin olive oil while discovering the secrets of traditional Ligurian cuisine. During the class, enjoy a tasting of local Cinque Terre wine and experience the warm atmosphere of a true Italian gathering — relaxed, convivial, and full of local flavours. More than just a cooking class, this authentic Cinque Terre experience is an opportunity to connect with local culture, meet fellow travellers, and discover the culinary traditions of Liguria like a local. Perfect for food lovers, couples, solo travellers, and anyone looking for an authentic and memorable activity in Cinque Terre.

Location

Activity location

Via XX Settembre, 27
- 27 Via XX Settembre
- 19016, Monterosso al Mare, Liguria, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

Via XX Settembre, 27
- 27 Via XX Settembre
- 19016, Monterosso al Mare, Liguria, Italy

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