authentic Ligurian pesto lesson

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1 hour
Group size
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Language
English

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the course is interactive, you will use the marble mortar. You will receive information on the history and origins of pesto and the best ingredients we will use. You will learn to make pesto like you have never tasted before, and you will be able to make it again at home, which is why it is a unique and unforgettable experience. If you've been good, there will be a little surprise for you at the end.
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focaccia with pesto and a glass of white wine
you will learn to make authentic and traditional pesto, using the perfect ingredients and together with me, I will show you how to use the marble mortar, at the end you will taste the pesto you have just made on the Ligurian focaccia together with a glass of Cinque Terre white wine
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Experience A piè de Campu, loc pie di campo, Riomaggiore Provincia della Spezia Liguria, Italy, IT, 19017

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from the church square of Manarola continue towards the car parks, along the stream, before the barrier, take the bridge on the left (third bridge), I will be there.
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M8512TQkevinmAugust 2026 • TripAdvisor
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Pesto amazing!

Wonderful, Wonderful experience! The owner, Yvonne was wonderful. We learned about the history of all of the ingredients. We made delicious pesto. We tried it on focaccia with local wine Fantastic!

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Rhodymom2012June 2026 • TripAdvisor
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Pesto Making is a Must When in Cinque Teree!

We had an amazing time making Pesto! First, I am never one to try something new and I had it in my mind that I did not like pesto but was up for the pesto making class. What an experience, Yvonne made it all fun and she was easy to follow along with. I love Pesto now! It is a bit of a walk up the hill to get to her shop but well worth it!

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Response from ViatorJune 24, 2026

I’m Very happy!! Now you are expert… Yvonne

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Bev BMay 2026 • TripAdvisor
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Wonderful Pesto!

Yvonne did an excellent job with the history of the ingredients as well as teaching us how to make the most flavorable pesto. Treat at the end. One of our favourite activities during our visit! Gracie!

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Response from ViatorMay 25, 2026

Thank you Very much!! ❤️Yvonne

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giadamorescoMay 2026 • TripAdvisor
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Top experience!

Yvonne welcomed us into her well-kept and cozy place, and guided us step by step in preparing the authentic Ligurian pesto made to perfection. The explanation was clear, detailed, and rich in curiosities about the ingredients and the tradition, focusing on every detail with great passion and expertise. She provided us with everything necessary to prepare the pesto, and at the end of the experience, we were able to enjoy it along with excellent focaccia, paired with a perfectly matched local wine...read more

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Kara_LJuly 2025 • Viator
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AMAZING! Would Return!

It was AMAZING! We started with a storied past of how all the ingredients came together, and then we had very detailed instruction on making our own pesto. It tasted great, the conversation was awesome, and the glass of wine and focaccia (both locally made) were incredible. We would definitely go back!!!!