Top Piedmont & Liguria Cooking Classes - page 4

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

Pesto alla genovese is the cornerstone of Ligurian cuisine, but it isn’t easy to see the aromatic sauce made using traditional techniques. With this cooking class, learn how to make authentic pesto with local basil and pine nuts ground in an old-school mortar and pestle. End your hands-on lesson by sampling your handiwork tossed with pasta and served with Liguria’s extra-virgin olive oil and Taggiasca olives.

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.

Martini & Rossi has been producing Italy’s most famous red and white vermouths for over a century, and to make an iconic Italian cocktail, you need to be handy with this mixer. With this experience at the company’s original headquarters outside Turin, learn how to make classics like the Americano and the Negroni, as well as new crowd-pleasers like the Fiero & Tonic, from a Bar Academy mixologist. Master techniques and recipes, and then sample your creations with cocktail snacks.

Immerse yourself in Italian culture with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to prepare an authentic Genoese lunch with Italian wine, dessert and coffee. Get to work with your host to discover the secrets of traditional Genoese pesto, handmade tagliatelle and dessert. Sit back and enjoy your meal on a terrace overlooking the sea and take home the new culinary skills. Learn authentic Genoese cuisine in a local's home

Your day in Asti is just winding down, the sun's about to set... It's time for an Aperitivo. This glamorous Italian tradition is loved all over the world, and this is your chance to learn how to prepare it for yourself, the perfect souvenir.  Preparing the perfect aperitivo is an art; you will learn how to prepare a selection of five elegant nibbles to pair with with a refreshing glass of fizz, ideal for sharing with friends in the early evening. Your aperitivo will be a bite-size representation of its local culture, using typical regional ingredients and local wines, such as a sparkling prosecco or a light red. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Explore Turin through the city’s traditional cuisine on this walking and cooking tour. Follow your host through the vibrant local markets of Turin, and visit a few of the artisan food shops for which the city is famous. Learn how to prepare your chosen ingredients, and chop, sizzle, and stir with helpful tips along the way. Create two traditional Italian dishes, and savor your food among your fellow chefs.

Discover the world of Barolo wine. Visit a family estate, tour the beautiful vineyard UNESCO World Heritage. Enjoy a tasting designed to offer a more special experience where wine is paired with chocolate.

The pre-dinner “aperitivo” is one of the most important—and enjoyable—social customs in Italy. Learn how to host your own Italian-style “happy hour” with this hands-on lesson in a local kitchen. Prepare five different nibbles with gourmet ingredients and sample your handiwork paired with bubbly or still wine from the surrounding region of Piedmont to kick off your evening like a true “Torinese”.

Discover the historical aperitif of Turin in a small journey in the past, among legends and stories to the Savoy's city. Learn more about the pre-dinner ritual, the "aperitivo", one of the city’s gifts to the world.

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.

SABER MAKING COURSE THE MOST FUN APERITIF EVER Treat yourself or give an emotion to share. Learn to saber or continue doing it with your closest friends! The AltaLanga Contract will be served, accompanied by our Savoy Ape and baked goods. The course consists of 3 parts. In the first there will be an introduction to the methods of producing bubbles from the classic method to the Martinotti method. In addition to some historical notes, there will be a moment on how to open with the saber. In the second part we will take action! That is, opening the bottle with the saber In the third part we will toast and taste the open bottle with some Savoyard whim and the Knight Saber Certificate will be awarded It will then be possible to continue the evening with our à la carte proposals.

Step into the heart of Genoa and discover one of Liguria’s most beloved recipes: salsa di noci (walnut sauce). In our cozy food boutique, just steps from Christopher Columbus’ House, you’ll prepare this creamy sauce the traditional way — with mortar and pestle. Guided by a local host, you’ll blend walnuts, bread, garlic, and cheese into a velvety paste, then enjoy it served over pasta with a glass of fine Ligurian wine. To make the memory last, you’ll also receive a Certificate of Participation. A hands-on culinary experience that combines tradition, taste, and the warm atmosphere of Genoa’s historic center.

Indulge in a wine tasting experience in Alba, featuring five exceptional wines and a selection of finger foods. Enjoy a curated selection of wines, including Barolo and Barbera Elena.

Enjoy a wine tasting in a wine bar located in the historic center of Neive, in the heart of the Langhe. Sample three wines from a renowned local winery and enjoy a variety of delicious snacks.

We look for maximum expressiveness from our wines. In the glass we want you to find a little bit of us, of our character, of our history. Nice is Barbera, our great love! Nice is also a “core zone” of the Langhe-Roero and Monferrato territory, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2015 and represents the most pristine and authentic part of it. Nice, its products and its territory are definitely worth the trip!

Welcome to a wine adventure like no other! Get ready to sip on pure magic as we take you on a journey to uncover the hidden treasure of Monforte d'Alba: the one and only Barolo. Four vintages, four producers, four crus...You'll get to taste and compare the flavors of these unique Barolos, each with their own story and special touch. Take a deep dive into the world of terroir and the passion that fuels these winemakers to create such masterpieces. And, as if that wasn't enough, we'll also indulge your taste buds with local delicacies that perfectly complement the enchanting flavors and aromas of this mystical land. This experience will leave you buzzing with all the senses engaged and a newfound appreciation for the art of winemaking.

Cook like a local in charming Lerici! Learn to make fresh trofie, Genoese pesto & tiramisu, then enjoy your creations surrounded by the authentic beauty of rural Liguria

Immerse yourself in the culinary traditions of Liguria with a delightful aperitif experience at the historic Villa San Giacomo, perched majestically above the Gulf of Tigullio. Under the guidance of a knowledgeable local host, learn to craft an authentic Ligurian aperitivo featuring freshly baked focaccia and aromatic Genovese pesto. The experience culminates in a relaxed tasting session where you savor your creations alongside a glass of exquisite local wine, all set against the villa's elegant backdrop and stunning sea views. This activity is ideal for food enthusiasts, couples, and small groups seeking an authentic slice of Italian culture.

Discover the secrets of the original Tiramisu in a hands-on workshop with an Expert local chef. In this engaging workshop, you will learn how to prepare the perfect cream and dunk the ladyfingers, following the Italian tradition. At the end, you can enjoy your masterpiece, savoring every bite of your sweet creation.

During this class you will make, bake & then eat your own home-baked pizza from Ariella's antique wood-burning oven. You choose the toppings she will show you how to make your signature fluffy light dough. Served with selected local wines (less than 10km) and homemade tiramisu. Join Ariella in her lovely garden!

In the heart of the historic center of Chiavari, among ancient alleys, stone porches and colorful buildings overlooking the sea, I invite you to live an intimate and authentic experience dedicated to the flavors of the Ligurian sea. I will welcome you to my Genoese-style house, located in one of the most suggestive corners of the city, for a guided tasting of the precious Oysters of the Gulf of La Spezia, selected from the best local productions, along with fresh seafood: red prawns, scampi, anchovies, marinated tuna and swordfish. The dishes, raw and cooked, are inspired by the Ligurian maritime tradition, with some creative touches. DA a glass of Ligurian Vermentino or local sparkling wine, and DA an engaging story about the gastronomic culture of the sea, the farming techniques, the customs of fishermen and the stories of the territory.

The Ligurian coast is the birthplace of pesto, so there's no better place to try your hand at making this traditional specialty than Porto Venere. Join a local chef for a hands-on masterclass about the history and preparation of authentic "pesto alla genovese," using local basil, pine nuts, and other classic ingredients. Pick up tips and techniques for pounding the mixture with a traditional mortar and pestle, then sample your handiwork tossed with a plate of pasta and paired with regional wine.

Handcraft three classic pasta recipes with simple, local and fresh ingredients. Discover Italian secrets, cook together, then feast on your creations near the stunning Reggia di Venaria.