Top Genoa Cooking Classes - page 2

Panoramic Tour across the "creuze" with a storyteller

Price varies by group size

Private Cooking Class with Lunch or Dinner in Savona

Authentic Focaccia Class on the Ligurian Riviera in Chiavari

Genoa Walking Tour: Discover Hidden Treasures and Street Food

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Tiramisu Course with Local Chef

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

Santa Margherita Ligure Aperitivo Class in Villa with View

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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

Italian Genoese Ligure Cuisine

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Cesarine: Pasta & Tiramisu Class at Local's Home in Genoa

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.

Exclusive tasting of oysters and seafood from the Riviera

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Take a break from touring and meet a local host and passionate cook to prepare two of the most beloved Italian dishes from scratch. Learn how to knead, roll, and shape two types of fresh pasta and sauces to go with them, then assemble an authentic tiramisù just like an Italian “mamma”. Cap off your time together with a family-style meal featuring the dishes you’ve created served with regional wines.

Share your Pasta Love: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Savona

Authentic Pesto Class & Tasting on the Ligurian Coast in Chiavari

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover the flavors of coastal Liguria in this 4-course cooking class in Genoa hosted through Cozymeal in a warm, welcoming home with Prosecco and wine included. Start with regional nibbles and a glass of bubbly, then dive into classic Genoese recipes that locals have loved for generations. Menu: - First course: Prosecco ®gional nibbles - Second course: Focaccia Genovese with soft, olive oil-rich dough - Third course: Fresh handmade pasta made with flour, eggs and olive oil, served with a local sauce of your choice - Dessert: Traditional tiramisù with mascarpone and cocoa Get hands-on as you bake iconic focaccia, shape pasta from scratch and finish with a creamy tiramisù worth savoring.

Make Pasta in a Welcoming Ligurian Home (4-Course Meal)

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Tour of Genoa and Day Trip to Portofino from Genoa

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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What are people saying about Genoa

Genoa Ravioli, Fettuccine & Tiramisu Class with Fine Wine

Gracie_A, Oct 2026

Highly recommend this experience!!

We managed to fit on to the ravioli,fettuccine and tiramisu cooking class the night before - it was amazing from beginning to end and our host was super lovely and welcoming ! If you are in Genoa and thinking of booking a cooking class I’d highly recommend this one - really friendly , well explained and catered for all needs !!

Genoese Pesto Lesson with Mortar, Pasta Tasting and Local Wine

Lucianna_F, Oct 2026

The Best Pesto You Will Ever Make

We were immediately greeted and welcomed when walking in the shop. The shop owner was warm, kind and funny. She taught us how authentic pesto is made and I’m excited to do it at home. I highly recommend and will never forget this experience. My husband and I could not stop talking about how delicious authentic pesto tastes! It’s nothing like what you get in the store.

Rooftop Cooking Class in Genoa: Pesto, Fresh Pasta & Wine

Kim_A, Sept 2026

Fab Genova pesto experience

Alberto's pesto and pasta making class was fantastic. We learnt a lot and ate a lot!! We did the class with our two kids (ages 9 and 11) and Alberto was kind and patient with them. The rooftop location was lovely to enjoy local snacks, wine and our pasta.

With Tiziana Cooking Class for Pesto , Gnocchi and Tiramisù

Lauren_B, Aug 2026

Best part of our trip so far!

I wish I could rate this higher than 5 stars. This was by far the highlight of our trip. Tiziana and Roberto were such a delight, the food was absolutely delicious, and they even accommodated a mishap on our part. We really felt like part of their family. I would recommend this to anyone traveling to Genoa.

Mortar pesto lesson with World Champion and local Menu

Vanessa_R, July 2026

More Than a Cooking Class—A True Italian Experience

Lorenzo and Camila were such wonderful hosts! When we booked, we didn’t realize our accommodations were about an hour away. They were incredibly understanding of our situation and immediately put our minds at ease by allowing us to keep our reservation even though we arrived a little late. Camila made the pesto-making experience both fun and informative, explaining each step with enthusiasm and patience. Her encouraging teaching style made our party of three feel like confident chefs in no time! The meal we prepared was absolutely delicious, and the tiramisu was truly mouthwatering—the perfect ending to a fantastic experience. We wholeheartedly recommend this class to anyone visiting the area. Thank you, Lorenzo and Camila, for your warm hospitality, kindness, and for sharing your knowledge and passion with us. It was an experience we’ll always remember!

Genoa Small-Group Food Tour with Full Meal & Local Food Expert

Justin_I, June 2026

I just love food!!!

This small group tour was wonderful. We got all the good local foods. The pesto at the restaurant was so amazing we were actually trying to buy it and bring it home. No dice though they didn't sell it, and I have tried and can't recreate it lol. The guide was wonderfully knowledgeable not only for food but for things as we walked around. We still got to see sights as we walked around getting food. I did the traditional tour and wouldn't change a thing. We even go to see some of the focaccia being made and flipped in the air to thin it out.

Genoa Culinary Masterclass-A Hands-On Experience by Do Eat Better

Irene_E, June 2026

Wonderful!

We had such a wonderful experience learning how to make pesto, pasta, a cheese dish & cookies! Mimo (Dominic) our cook, was friendly and kind! Gian Berto, our host, interpreted and is such a lovely person who was very helpful & kind. This was a fantastic morning of cooking and eating! Come hungry!

Genoa: Pasta and Tiramisu class by Cesarine

Marco_P, May 2026

10/10 afternoon in Genoa

The perfect way to spend your time indulging in rich Italian culture by learning how to make the most tasty Italian food. Tiziana & her husband were the best hosts, super welcoming, and full of life! There passion for providing the best experience possible is amazing whilst sharing tizianas local recipes. If you’ve got this far, don’t think about it any further, book this one. This is the best experience I’ve done in years!