Pesto Making Class in Genoa

Traditional Ligurian Mortar Experience with Tasting and Local Wine

✔ Available also for solo travelers • ✔ Certificate included • ✔ Daily sessions at 11:00 and 15:00

⭐ 5-Star Rated Experience • Top Rated on GetYourGuide

Authentic small-group experience in the heart of Genoa, Liguria, Italy

Pesto making class in Genoa with mortar and pestle - Ligurian experience

Learn how to make authentic Genovese pesto with a traditional marble mortar and wooden pestle, then enjoy your fresh pesto with trofie pasta and a glass of Ligurian wine in our family-run shop.

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BioTigullio5Terre – Via di Ravecca 51/r, Genoa Historic Center

Quick Information

Duration: 2.5 hours
Languages: Italian, English, French
Group size: Small group, up to 6 participants
Location: Genoa historic center, a short walk from Christopher Columbus’ House
Booking: Advance booking recommended
Price: From €78 per person

Experience Highlights

🌿 Make pesto the traditional way using a Carrara marble mortar and wooden pestle
🧀 Use fresh local ingredients including basil, Parmigiano Reggiano, pecorino, pine nuts, garlic and extra virgin olive oil
🍝 Taste trofie pasta with the pesto you have prepared yourself
🍷 Enjoy a glass of local Ligurian wine during the experience
🎁 Receive a complimentary 90g jar of pesto to take home
🏡 Join an authentic family-run Ligurian experience in downtown Genoa
🏆 One of our instructors, Gaia, was among the youngest finalists of the 2026 World Pesto al Mortaio Championship in Genoa

An Authentic Pesto Experience in Genoa, Liguria

Discover the culinary soul of Liguria through a genuine pesto making class in Genoa, Italy. This hands-on experience takes place inside our family-run shop, BioTigullio5Terre, located in the historic center of Genoa, just a short walk from Christopher Columbus’ House and Porta Soprana.

During the class, you will learn how to prepare authentic Genovese pesto using a traditional Carrara marble mortar and wooden pestle, exactly as local tradition teaches. We will guide you step by step through the ingredients, the correct technique, and the cultural story behind one of Liguria’s most famous recipes.

This is not just a cooking activity, but a true Ligurian experience. You will work with fresh ingredients and create your own pesto by hand, appreciating its aromas, texture and balance in the most authentic way possible.

At the end of the masterclass, you will enjoy trofie pasta served with the pesto you have prepared, accompanied by a glass of local wine. To make the experience even more special, each participant also receives a complimentary 90g jar of pesto to take home.

Ideal for food lovers, couples, solo travelers and small groups looking for one of the most authentic things to do in Genoa, this experience combines local food, tradition, family hospitality and the true flavors of Liguria.

Why Choose Us?

Authentic family-run experience in Genoa
Real Ligurian products and traditions
Excellent location in Genoa historic center
Small groups for a more personal and memorable experience
Wine shop atmosphere with over 100 Ligurian wine labels
Possibility to purchase local products after the class

What’s Included

Hands-on pesto making lesson
Use of marble mortar and wooden pestle
Fresh local ingredients
Trofie pasta tasting with your own pesto
One glass of local Ligurian wine
90g complimentary jar of pesto
Warm welcome in our Ligurian family-run shop

Where the Experience Takes Place

The class takes place at BioTigullio5Terre, in Via di Ravecca 51/r, in the historic center of Genoa. Our location is very close to Christopher Columbus’ House and Porta Soprana, making it perfect for travelers exploring the city.

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Choose Your Preferred Booking Option

You can book this pesto class in Genoa through GetYourGuide, contact us directly on WhatsApp for a personalized reservation, or send us an email for private groups, special requests or alternative dates.

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Limited spots available. Advance booking is recommended.

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