Genoa: Master the Art of Mortar Pesto with Fresh Focaccia & Wine

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About the Activity

Step into the heart of Genoa and uncover the true soul of Ligurian cuisine with a hands-on pesto-making class like no other. Using a Carrara marble mortar and pestle, you’ll create your own pesto from fresh basil and local ingredients, just like Genovese grandmas have done for centuries. Afterward, relax with a delicious aperitivo featuring warm focaccia and local wine, while soaking in the flavors and stories of this iconic region. It’s not just a cooking class—it’s a bite of authentic Italy.

1 hour

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Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Travelers

Adult : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

English-speaking local host

Hands-on pesto-making class

Ligurian wine

Certificate of participation

Freshly baked Genoese focaccia

Digital recipe

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Join our authentic pesto-making class in the heart of Genoa and learn how to prepare traditional Pesto Genovese using a Carrara marble mortar and pestle. During this hands-on experience, you’ll discover the history behind each ingredient, master the original technique, and make your own pesto from scratch. After the lesson, enjoy a relaxing aperitivo with freshly baked focaccia and local Ligurian wine. At the end of the class, you'll receive digital recipes for pasta and pesto, along with a certificate of participation—making this the perfect cultural and culinary experience for food lovers visiting Genoa.View Location

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GenoaGenoa, Italy

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Aperitivo - Focaccia & Pesto

Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

Interior: 3rd floor - Buzz: "Naronte / Gherardi"View Location

End point

Interior: 3rd floor - Buzz: "Naronte / Gherardi"View Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English
Italian
French

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

Tickets will be delivered post-booking by email; or, physically delivered to the customer or the customer's hotel

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Rome time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Curioseety SRLSCreated on 29 Jan 2018Created on 18 Jun 2025

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