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

5.0 (368 reviews) Genoa, Italy
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Duration3h
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LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

Learn to make the famous Ligurian sauce in the city where it was born, topped off with a stunning terrace view over Genoa! Welcome to a genuine home in the historic center. In this intimate class, a local chef will teach you grandmother's secrets to making perfect "Pasta Fresca" and authentic Pesto from scratch.

Your journey takes place in a top-floor apartment boasting a panoramic terrace. (Please note: as typical of historic Genoa, the apartment is on the 5th floor without an elevator). After rolling dough and crushing fresh basil, enjoy a convivial feast featuring a traditional antipasto, your handmade pasta, a local dessert, regional wines, and a typical liqueur. Weather permitting, dine on the terrace; on colder or rainy days, you'll enjoy your meal in our cozy indoor dining room.

What's included

  • Local wine and typical Genoese liqueur
  • Pesto and Fresh Pasta making masterclass
  • Full meal (Antipasto, Pasta, and Traditional Dessert)
  • All not mentioned in the inclusions is considered excluded.

What to expect

The Authentic Pesto: Discover the true, traditional Ligurian recipe. You will learn the proper technique to crush and blend fresh basil, European pine nuts, garlic, coarse salt, and hard cheese with premium local olive oil.

Hands-on Pasta Making: Time to get your hands messy! Mix flour, water, and eggs to create the perfect fresh pasta dough. You will get insider tips on kneading, rolling, and shaping from a passionate local expert.

A Convivial Feast & Local Toast: Relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor! Savor a delicious multi-course meal including an antipasto, your handmade pasta, and a traditional Genoese dessert. Complete your authentic Italian dining experience by toasting like a local with carefully selected regional wines and a typical Genoese liqueur.

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Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Communicate in advance any dietary restriction.
  • Accessibility: This experience takes place in a historic building on the 5th floor with NO elevator. Guests must be comfortable climbing stairs. It is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with severe mobility issues.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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