Top Cinque Terre Classes & Workshops

Learn how to prepare two kinds of homemade pasta and a classic Italian dessert during this half-day culinary workshop, capped at only 12 people. Get hands-on instruction in mastering two pasta recipes—followed by tiramisu—in the private home of a local cook. Cooking workshops include a sparkling wine aperitivo and complimentary soft beverages. You’ll also get to taste your creations.

Learn how to make authentic Italian pesto with a local chef who grows all the ingredients themselves. Discover more about local culinary traditions from your teacher as you grind the fresh ingredients on a mortar and pestle. Relax and enjoy your handiwork with a glass of crisp white wine and homemade focaccia at the end of the class.

• From Mortar to Plate: You don't just watch a chef or taste your creation on bread. You will transform your handmade pesto into a full, satisfying artisan gnocchi lunch. • 100% Traditional Method: No modern blenders allowed. You will step into a traditional Ligurian kitchen and master the authentic technique using a classic marble mortar and wooden pestle. • Sensory Ingredient Discovery: Learn the foundation of Genoese culinary tradition by touching, smelling, and selecting premium local basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano, and extra virgin olive oil. • True Italian Home Atmosphere: The class wraps up with a warm, relaxed, family-style gathering. Sit down at the table to share your fresh pasta with fellow travelers, local wine, and authentic stories.

Since 2019, we are the first to offer Vernazza an experience dedicated to preparing pesto in the mortar, combining cooking, territory, conviviality, and tasting. You will learn to prepare pesto by hand, using selected ingredients. The experience takes place in a typical Cinque Terre cellar, with stone and wood, reminiscent of the atmosphere of old Vernazza. 12:30 - PESTO CLASS We will start with wine, focaccia, cheeses, and extra virgin olive oils. You will prepare your pesto in the mortar while tasting a second wine. The pesto will then be used to dress the gnocchi which you will eat with a third wine. We will conclude with limoncello and chocolate. 3:00 PM or 5:30 PM – PESTO SNACK CLASS After a taste of wine, you will prepare the pesto in the mortar while tasting a second wine. We will accompany it with focaccia, cheeses, oils, and a third wine. Finally, a real little shoe with bread and focaccia directly in the mortar! If you want the class in French, communicate it at the time of the reservation.

Experience the magic of Italy in a stunning cliffside location overlooking the sea in Cinque Terre, as you immerse yourself in a private cooking class at a local's home. Gain insights into the secrets behind Italy's most famous dishes while savoring the fruits of your labor, accompanied by local wines. During the lesson, your hospitable host will share expert tips on crafting three authentic recipes. Have fun testing your culinary skills at a workstation stocked with utensils and ingredients for each dish. Afterward, indulge in your homemade Italian feast, paired with a selection of local red and white wines. What could be better than enjoying delightful Italian cuisine, engaging in lively conversation with a warm Italian family, and sipping wine amidst a picturesque setting? Every host serves treasured local specialties from their family cookbooks to narrate the story of traditional regional cuisine.

the course is interactive, you will use the marble mortar. You will receive information on the history and origins of pesto and the best ingredients we will use. You will learn to make pesto like you have never tasted before, and you will be able to make it again at home, which is why it is a unique and unforgettable experience. If you've been good, there will be a little surprise for you at the end.

Get off the tourist track and get an insider’s immersion into a local wine producer and vineyard. Discover hidden wonders of Manarola on foot, enjoying views of the sea and surrounding hills. Then, head to a centuries-old wine cellar for a sommelier-led tasting of two local varieties of white wine, paired with traditional Ligurian delicacies like focaccia and pesto.

The Ligurian coastline is famous for its flavorful pesto alla genovese, so there's no better place to learn how to create this local specialty from scratch. With this hands-on cooking class, discover the secrets to preparing authentic pesto and traditional gnocchi with a passionate host at their home overlooking the sea. Enjoy the personal attention only a small-group experience provides, plus feast on your handiwork over lunch or dinner.

Book a private Cinque Terre boat cruise, and see the region’s coastline in the soft, early evening light. As a skipper navigates the boat, you’ll sit back and admire sights of the Cinque Terre’s fishing villages on a 2-hour route from Riomaggiore. Sip on wine, enjoy olives and focaccia, and watch the sun slip into the sea. Food and drinks are at your own expense.

Do you love pasta, pesto and tiramisù? This class is the perfect opportunity to learn how to make our local handmade pasta (Trofie), its traditional condiment (Pesto Genovese), and the creamy tiramisù, prepared following my experience, the traditional technique, and my grandmother’s original recipe. The experience takes place in my private 16th‑century home in Riomaggiore (Cinque Terre), located in the heart of the village. My dog Ettore and I will welcome you with a glass of prosecco before the class begins. After a few steps inside the building, you’ll reach the roof terrace on the third floor, where you can enjoy a stunning view over the village and the sea. The iconic colorful tower‑houses, built along the steep hillside, offer a unique and picturesque panorama—especially when admired from above or from the water.

In the charming village of Vernazza, immerse yourself in the culinary traditions of Cinque Terre with a hands-on pesto and pasta class. Craft your own "mandilli"—a delicate fresh egg pasta—using simple ingredients like flour, egg, and water (or "sugeli" with no egg). While your dough rests, you'll create authentic pesto from basil, pine nuts, and garlic, pounding it to perfection in a traditional mortar. After boiling your pasta, enjoy it paired with the fresh pesto right from the mortar. Complete your meal with a glass of local white wine or a soft drink for the kids, and savor a refreshing Limoncino on the rocks to top off this delightful Italian experience.

• 100% Traditional Method: No blenders allowed. You will use an authentic marble mortar and wooden pestle, learning the exact time-honored technique still used in Ligurian homes. • Intimate Local Setting: Held inside a charming boutique shop in Monterosso, offering a warm, cozy, and non-touristy atmosphere away from the big crowds. • Stories Beyond the Recipe: Your passionate local host doesn't just teach steps—they share the history, secrets, and cultural significance behind every single ingredient. • The Perfect Finish: Your hard work rewards you with a true Italian aperitivo, pairing your fresh handmade pesto with local delicacies and premium Cinque Terre white wine.

Connect with a local and learn the secrets to preparing some of the most beloved dishes from the Cinque Terre with this private home cooking class. Join your host in their Riomaggiore kitchen for a hands-on lesson and make three traditional recipes from scratch. Turn out a seasonal starter, fresh pasta, and a classic dessert with the guidance of your host, then relax over a festive meal featuring the dishes you’ve created together.

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Italian coffee culture with a practical workshop that reveals the secrets of this beloved ritual. Discover why coffee is an integral part of life in Italy while learning to prepare it with the classic moka pot and to make the perfect espresso using a La Pavoni lever machine. Catch the difference between Arabica and Robusta by tasting your freshly brewed espresso. Explore the delicious pairing of coffee and chocolate through a guided tasting and conclude the experience by preparing the beloved Italian dessert: tiramisu. This engaging workshop invites you to prepare, savor, and celebrate Italian gastronomic excellence.

Get a taste of Cinque Terre on this 4-hour tour from Manarola, Cinque Terre, that combines a pesto demonstration, a boat cruise along the coast, and lunch. Travel to Cinque Terre via train with your group, then end the tour in Vernazza with a Cinque Terre trail pass to explore further if you wish.

Manarola wine tasting experience is a nice walk through the Manarola vineyards among panoramic points to take beautiful photos, good local wine and flavors, snacks and an exclusive moment in an amazing old cellar from the 1800s, relax and sharing at the convivial table, nice music.

The focaccia you cook will be so good that you will want to give it back at home, and you will succeed because we will teach you how to make it at home. For pesto I'll teach you all the secrets to give it the best, trust me

Discover the charm of Riomaggiore, one of the idyllic villages that form Cinque Terre, through a captivating culinary journey set against a mesmerizing sunset. Our evening begins with a hands-on Spritz masterclass. You'll learn the art of crafting a perfect Spritz, understanding the balance between prosecco, bitter liqueur, and soda water. You'll be introduced to various twists on the classic recipe, empowering you to impress friends and family with your newfound mixology skills once you return home. As the sun sets, prepare to indulge your senses further with a delectable two-course dinner. Our carefully crafted menu showcases the richness of Cinque Terre's produce, featuring dishes made from locally sourced ingredients. This unforgettable sunset Spritz masterclass and dining experience is more than a meal; it's a celebration of Italian lifestyle and gastronomy.

Learn the secrets of Ligurian cuisine with a private half-day cooking class in a local home in Cinque Terre. Join a Cesarina—an ambassador of Italian culinary tradition—to prepare three authentic regional dishes. Choose a morning or afternoon session, enjoy hands-on instruction, and savor your creations paired with local wines, ensuring an authentic and delicious experience.

Roll up your sleeves and learn the secrets of authentic Ligurian cooking! Join Francesco, a passionate local baker, for an intimate, 2-hour hands-on experience in the heart of the Cinque Terre. You won't just watch—you will mix, knead, and bake your own traditional Genoese focaccia from scratch using flour, yeast, and premium local olive oil. While your dough rises, you will also pound fresh basil and pine nuts to create your own authentic hand-made pesto. Finally, reap the rewards of your hard work with a convivial quick lunch, tasting your freshly baked focaccia and fresh pesto paired with a glass of local wine. Perfect for all skill levels!

Your Wine School is nestled above the Ligurian Sea in Monterosso, offering an intimate, educational tasting experience led by one of the town’s oldest families. Sessions begin daily at 12:30 PM and include a warm family welcome, with an introduction to the region’s rugged terroir, traditional winemaking methods, and the history of Cinque Terre wines. Enjoy a curated tasting flight featuring two local Cinque Terre white wines, a delicate Cinque Terre wine, regional red, and the renowned sweet Sciacchetrà, all paired with freshly prepared Ligurian dishes such as focaccia, anchovies, fried cod fritters, polenta fries, and seasonal favourites, made daily using organic or local ingredients. You’ll also receive food-pairing guidance in a relaxed setting, followed by a Q&A wrap-up and time to enjoy sea views or explore Monterosso al Mare. Held on the sea-view terrace, this 2 to 2½-hour experience includes café at the end, ideal for couples, small groups, or special occasions.

Guided by knowledgeable experts, you'll explore the lush rows of grapevines in Riomaggiore, soaking in the breathtaking vistas and learning about the winemaking process from vine to bottle. After your enlightening vineyard tour, indulge in an exquisite cellar tasting session that promises to tantalize your taste buds. Sample a curated selection of at least three dry wines, showcasing the diverse terroir and varietals of the region. Additionally, you'll have the privilege of savoring the rare and precious sciacchetrà, a renowned sweet wine cherished for its complexity and depth of flavor. To elevate your tasting experience, we'll accompany these fine wines with a delectable focaccia, freshly baked and bursting with the flavors of the region. As you sip and savor, our passionate hosts will provide insights into each wine's characteristics, origins, and ideal pairings, enriching your understanding and appreciation of Ligurian winemaking.

A great day in Cinque Terre to discover the fabulous and scenographic villages with an authorized tour guide photographer. You will meet your guide/photographer at La Spezia harbour (or any other place upon request) . We will take the private car to reach Manarola and on the way we will stop in a secret spots where we will take magical pics. Visit of Manarola, surronded by vinyards, and his magical photo spots, Vernazza the so called The pearl of Cinque Terre, Monterosso the biggest fishing village and the only one with a real sandy beach famous alla round the world for is beauty. We will move by car, train and ferry to have contiunsly different prospectives of the area. During the walking tour you will discover the history of these small and charming villages dating back to the Middle Ages and we will help you to get unforgettable pictures! Your memories. . . your life. . . PLEASE NOTE : NECESSARY EQUIPMENT : REFLEX MIRRORLESS CAMERA OR VERY GOOD QUALITY CAMERA PHONE