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Cinque Terre: Authentic Pesto Cooking Class & Wine in Manarola

Location Manarola, Cinque Terre, Piedmont & Liguria, Italy
$98.94
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Overview

Immerse yourself in true Ligurian culture with an authentic Pesto-making masterclass in the picturesque village of Manarola! Discover the ancient culinary secrets of the Cinque Terre in a typical Italian atmosphere, guided by a passionate local foodie. Forget modern blenders—in this intimate class, you will learn to make Italy’s most famous green sauce the traditional way: entirely by hand using a classic marble mortar and wooden pestle.

Using only the freshest local ingredients, including sweet basil leaves and premium pine nuts, you'll master the perfect technique while hearing fascinating stories about Ligurian traditions. After the hard work, it’s time to relax! Sit down with your group to enjoy the fruits of your labor, tasting your freshly pounded pesto on delicious homemade focaccia, perfectly paired with a crisp glass of local Cinque Terre white wine. You will even take the secret recipe home to surprise your friends!
Cinque Terre: Authentic Pesto Cooking Class & Wine in Manarola
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour

  • Pesto with mortar Hands-on cooking class
  • Pesto tasting with Home made focaccia
  • 1 glass of Cinque terre white wine

Meeting point
You can google map Località a Piè de Campu: from the Manarola's church square you need to take the street on the side of the river that goes toward the parkings, then when you get to the 3rd bridge you will find Laboratorio A pie de campu experience
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You can google map Località a Piè de Campu: from the Manarola's church square you need to take the street on the side of the river that goes toward the parkings, then when you get to the 3rd bridge you will find Laboratorio A pie de campu experience

Welcome to Manarola: Meet your friendly local chef in the beautiful, colorful village of Manarola and step into a warm, authentic Italian atmosphere.

The Marble Mortar Technique: Roll up your sleeves and learn the ancient art of making pesto from scratch. You will use a traditional marble mortar and wooden pestle, just like Italian grandmothers do.

Fresh Local Ingredients: Discover the perfect balance of flavors by working with the freshest, high-quality ingredients, including authentic Ligurian basil, pine nuts, garlic, and premium olive oil.

A Delicious Reward: After the workshop, take a seat and savor your handmade masterpiece! Enjoy your fresh pesto generously spread on warm, homemade Ligurian focaccia.

Cinque Terre Wine & Recipe: Toast to your culinary success with a glass of excellent local white wine. Best of all, you’ll take the authentic recipe back home to recreate the magic of the Cinque Terre for your guests.

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    Cinque Terre: Authentic Pesto Cooking Class & Wine in Manarola

    Location Manarola, Cinque Terre, Piedmont & Liguria, Italy
    $98.94
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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