Authentic Pesto Making & Tasting Experience in La Spezia

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2 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
2 - 12 guests
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English, Italian
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Join a hands-on pesto making class in La Spezia, led by a local chef. Make traditional pesto from scratch and savor a meal of trofie al pesto, topped with an Italian dessert. Perfect for foodies!

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10 meals

Experience Details

Discover the art of preparing authentic Ligurian pesto in a hands-on cooking class in the beautiful town of La Spezia.

Immerse yourself in the local culinary traditions as a skilled Italian chef guides you through every step of making this famous sauce from scratch.


After preparing your pesto, enjoy a delicious meal featuring trofie al pesto, followed by a traditional Italian dessert. Savor the flavors of Liguria in a fun and interactive setting, as you learn the secrets behind one of Italy's most beloved dishes.


This unique experience is hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced foodie, this class will give you the skills to recreate authentic Ligurian pesto at home and truly taste the heart of Italy!

What You Get

A glass of regional wine
Hands-on Pesto Cooking Class with a local Italian expert
Spoken languages: Italian, English

Good To Know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

What You’ll Experience

Immerse yourself in the art of making delicious authentic Ligurian pesto and discover the tricks and secrets behind this iconic sauce. After the class, enjoy a plate of trofie with pesto and a traditional dessert

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La Spezia, Italy, IT

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This experience will be held in a local's home and for privacy reasons, you will only receive the full address of your host after you have booked.
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This experience ends at the meeting point.

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Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Please note that the time is in Central European Time.
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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