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Cinque Terre: Pesto cooking class with sea view in Riomaggiore

Cinque Terre, Italy
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Boost your Italian cooking skills by taking the time to focus on a special Italian sauce—pesto. Take a deep dive into the history of pesto from La Spezia, and then learn how to make it through two methods—the electric blender method, and the pestle and mortar method. Then, at the end of the class, you can take away a very special souvenir—your own pot of homemade pesto.
  • Discover the secrets of making great pesto
  • Learn specialist techniques through hands-on demonstrations
  • Small-group experience with a limit of 10 people
  • Enjoy special treats: Wine and coffee are provided

Sample Menu

Main

Pesto genovese

What's Included

  • Beverages (water, wines and coffee)
  • Local taxes
  • Pesto cooking class
  • Glass of local wine

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Bivio Riomaggiore
      19017 Riomaggiore, SP, Italy

      From the meeting point, you'll need to walk 200m uphill to Cesarina's house. Descend the hill's terraced steps, turn right at the sign for "I Foresti" Farm, and follow the path to Cesarina's house.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Operating hours
    .10:00 am

    What To Expect

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Near public transportation
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 5 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Incredible experience

    James_R, Sep 2023
    Barbara was a wonderful host. She went above and beyond to make it a great experience. Exceptional location. Can’t wait to come back.

    Amazing!

    Joey_S, Sep 2023
    By far the best part of our trip. Barbara and Stefano were amazing hosts and we learned a lot! Stunning views

    Unforgettable experience

    Shelby_T, Jun 2023
    We had the very best time with Barbara and Stefano! The views were absolutely worth the walk out of the city center to get to the winery in the hillside. Everything about this experience felt very hospitable and welcoming. We will never forget our time here.

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

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