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Cook Authentic Pesto in Levanto - Book Your Hands-On Class from La Spezia Historic Centre
Join a hands-on traditional pesto-making workshop led by a charismatic Italian teacher and learn to prepare authentic Ligurian pesto using fresh aromatic basil, good olive oil and a marble mortar - then relax as you taste what you’ve made paired with a glass of wine and local snacks; book this immersive food-and-culture experience through Varoom in the heart of La Spezia Historic Centre so you can enjoy genuine culinary instruction and a memorable tasting in La Spezia.
About this activity in La Spezia Historic Centre
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Learn to make authentic Ligurian pesto by hand using a traditional marble mortar under the guidance of a charismatic Italian instructor.
- Enjoy a hands-on class in La Spezia Historic Centre where you grind fresh basil and quality olive oil to create classic Genovese pesto.
- Taste what you prepare alongside a glass of local wine and regional appetizers for a true food-and-wine experience.
- Take home a printed recipe and new skills you can recreate at home to bring a taste of the region with you.
Important Information
- The experience includes the hands-on pesto course with mortar, pesto tasting with one glass of wine and local appetizers, an olive oil tasting and a printed recipe.
- Lunch is not provided, so plan any additional dining separately after the class in the area.
- The venue is fully accessible and suitable for guests of all ages; public transport and accessible transport options are available nearby.
- Arrival details, exact studio address and any final instructions will be provided in your booking confirmation - aim to arrive a few minutes early to settle in.
Meeting Point
Meet at the cooking studio in La Spezia Historic Centre - the exact address and arrival time are sent with your booking confirmation; please check that message before you travel.
Includes
- Pesto-making course with a traditional mortar - hands-on instruction included in the price in La Spezia Historic Centre
- Pesto tasting served with a glass of local wine and regional appetizers to sample authentic Ligurian flavors
- Olive oil tasting included so you can compare local oils alongside your pesto
- Printed recipe provided so you can recreate the dish at home after the class
Excludes
- Lunch is not included
Other
- Wheelchair accessible venue and surfaces - the space is designed for barrier-free access
- Infants and small children are welcome and can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby for easy access to the meeting point
- Transportation options serving the activity are wheelchair accessible
- There are no restrictions to attend this pesto class - anyone can join
Customer Reviews
10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
Learned all the steps to make pesto and our teacher had easy to follow instructions. I make pesto all the time now.
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Summary:
Such a delightful experience enticing all senses of the mind, body and soul. The aromas, flavors and vino all complimenting the other! The beautiful owner educated us all on the variety of pesto products, serving each on pasta or bread and wines of the region during the class as well. Would highly recommend this to all!
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Summary:
This was super fun! The snacks and wine was great while we learned how to make traditional pesto, then we threw on the aprons to do it ourselves! The guide was informative, helpful, and fun! An awesome experience in the amazing town of Levanto!
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Know more about La Spezia Historic Centre
You’ll learn how to prepare traditional Ligurian pesto using fresh aromatic basil, good olive oil and a marble mortar under hands-on instruction from a charismatic Italian teacher, then taste what you make with wine and local snacks.
The experience combines hands-on sauce preparation with an olive oil tasting and a pesto tasting served with a glass of wine and local appetizers, highlighting the region’s flavors and traditional techniques.
The activity centers on a focused, hands-on course that includes preparation in the marble mortar and a tasting session with wine and local snacks, designed as a single, immersive experience in the heart of the historic centre.
Yes - the hands-on class welcomes families and kids, offering a relaxed, interactive experience where everyone can participate in making and tasting authentic Genovese pesto together.
No previous experience is required - the class provides step-by-step, hands-on instruction with a friendly teacher, so you can learn the traditional method using a marble mortar regardless of your skill level.
Yes - the class includes printed recipe guidance so you can recreate the traditional Ligurian pesto at home after enjoying the tasting here.
