About this activity

Experience the Cinque Terre like never before by learning to make authentic Genovese pesto with Yvonne, a passionate and patient local chef. Surrounded by the scents of fresh basil, pine nuts, and extra virgin olive oil, you’ll transform simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece, paired with homemade focaccia and a glass of crisp white wine. As participants shared: “Yvonne was amazing and made the experience fun and memorable” and “From the moment we met Yvonne, we were welcomed with warmth and enthusiasm for her art”.

The Story of Genovese Pesto

Pesto is a centuries-old Ligurian tradition, passed down through generations. In Manarola, every ingredient tells a story: carefully grown basil, toasted pine nuts, and locally pressed olive oil. With Yvonne, you’ll discover the secrets of this iconic recipe and how a simple gesture carries centuries of culinary culture and passion.

What You’ll Experience

During the Genovese pesto cooking class in Manarola:

Meet Yvonne and explore the freshest ingredients
Prepare traditional pesto using a marble mortar and pestle
Learn fun facts and stories about Ligurian culinary traditions
Taste your pesto with homemade focaccia
Take home the recipe to recreate the experience with friends and family

Practical Information

Duration: 1 hour
Languages: Italian, English
Participants: max 16 people
Incluso: corso di cucina, degustazione di pesto e focaccia, 1 bicchiere di vino bianco

The Skills and Memories You’ll Bring Home

After this class, every time you use fresh basil or a mortar and pestle, you’ll recall the scents of the sun and sea of the Cinque Terre. You’ll take home not just a perfect recipe, but memories, emotions, and a connection to a centuries-old tradition that thrilled participants like Caitlin_M: “I can’t wait to make pesto at home!”.

Book Now on Viator

Don’t miss the chance to live an authentic culinary experience in the Cinque Terre. Book your Genovese pesto cooking class in Manarola with Yvonne and take home a piece of Italy.