In the picturesque village of Manarola, on the Cinque Terre coast, you'll take part in an authentic pesto-making masterclass led by a local foodie. In a typical Italian atmosphere you'll learn the ancient culinary secrets of Liguria and the traditional technique for making pesto by hand. Rather than using a blender, you'll work with a classic marble mortar and wooden pestle to produce Italy’s most famous green sauce.
Using only the freshest local ingredients, including sweet basil leaves and premium pine nuts, you'll master the correct rhythm and texture while your guide shares stories about Ligurian traditions. After the hands-on session, you'll sit with the group to taste your freshly pounded pesto on homemade focaccia, paired with a crisp glass of local Cinque Terre white wine. You'll also take the secret recipe home to recreate the flavours for friends and family.
Why Visit
- Local foodie guide teaching traditional mortar-and-pestle pesto technique
- Marble mortar and wooden pestle for authentic hand-pounded pesto
- Fresh local ingredients including sweet basil leaves and premium pine nuts
- Homemade focaccia tasting paired with a glass of Cinque Terre white wine
- Take-home secret pesto recipe included to recreate the dish at home
What's included
- 1 glass of Cinque Terre white wine
- Pesto tasting with homemade focaccia
- Hands-on pesto cooking class with mortar
Tour available in your selected language
Additional information
Communicate in advance any dietary restriction.
Not wheelchair accessible
Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.
Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.
You must be 18 years or older to book.