Pasta, Pesto and Tiramisu class Riomaggiore, Cinque Terre

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Pasta, Pesto and Tiramisu class Riomaggiore, Cinque Terre

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 US$146.92  per guest
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10 meals
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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
2 - 6 guests
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Vegetarian, Family-friendly
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Do you love pasta, pesto and tiramisù?


This class is the perfect opportunity to learn how to make our local handmade pasta (Trofie), its traditional condiment (Pesto Genovese), and the creamy tiramisù, prepared following my experience, the traditional technique, and my grandmother’s original recipe.

The experience takes place in my private 16th‑century home in Riomaggiore (Cinque Terre), located in the heart of the village. My dog Ettore and I will welcome you with a glass of prosecco before the class begins.

After a few steps inside the building, you’ll reach the roof terrace on the third floor, where you can enjoy a stunning view over the village and the sea. The iconic colorful tower‑houses, built along the steep hillside, offer a unique and picturesque panorama—especially when admired from above or from the water.

Sample Menu

MAIN
TROFIE pasta
Hand‑rolled Ligurian trofie, small twisted pasta that perfectly holds creamy, fragrant pesto.
MAIN
PESTO alla Genovese
A fragrant blend of fresh basil, garlic, cheeses, pine nuts and olive oil, creamy and vibrant.
DESSERT
TIRAMISU'
A creamy Italian dessert of mascarpone, coffee‑soaked ladyfingers and cocoa, rich and soft.

What You Get

Dinner
Fresh trofie with vibrant pesto, a creamy homemade tiramisù and a glass of local white wine—an authentic taste of Liguria.
Alcoholic beverages
A welcome glass of prosecco and local white wine will be served to pair with the dishes. Guests must be 18 years old or above.
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Private transportation
Bathroom facilities are not available at my home
Carbonated beverages
Soda/Pop

Good To Know

  • In case of last minute communications of FOOD INTOLERANCE OR ALLERGY will still be allowed to participate but nothing will be given to eat.
  • the time is not flexible and over 15 minutes delay the class is considered cancelled (without refund). NO EXCEPTIONS.
  • the Riomaggiore public parking area (3.5€/hour) is about 10 minutes walk from my apartment
  • This class is NOT suitable for VEGANS, CELIACS or people with SEVERE FOOD ALLERGIES
  • the Riomaggiore train station is about 10 minutes walk from my apartment
  • the Riomaggiore harbour is 10-15 minutes walk from my apartment

What You’ll Experience

Do you love pasta, pesto and tiramisù? This class is the perfect experience for you. After a short walk, you’ll meet me and my dog Ettore. We’ll start with a welcome glass of Prosecco, and the activity will begin around the tables already prepared for the class. STEP 1 — Making Tiramisù Learn how to prepare your own traditional tiramisù from scratch. Just five ingredients, simple yet not too simple—the perfect balance of technique and tradition. STEP 2 — Making Pesto Create the best pesto you’ve ever tasted using the seven classic ingredients. A fragrant, hands‑on experience that follows the authentic Ligurian method. STEP 3 — Making Trofie Pasta Ready for a challenge? You’ll make traditional Ligurian trofie by hand using only three ingredients. Discover the secret art behind this local culinary treasure. Enjoy the dishes you’ve prepared paired with a glass of local white wine, and share conversation and a relaxed atmosphere with fellow guests.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Riomaggiore, Riomaggiore Province of La Spezia Liguria, Italy, IT, 19017

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Via Tralcantu 37/B, Riomaggiore. All instructions will be provided in advance through a welcome message, and on the morning of the event you will receive a map in jpg, detailed directions, and the house rules. You are therefore kindly requested to check your email or the Viator Message Center.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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4.8
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Pesto Heaven!
August 13, 2026

What a wonderful experience! We loved learning about the history, culture, techniques, and joy of cooking pesto! Luca was so knowledgeable, kind, funny, and a fantastic host. We shared a special ev...read more

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Luca was gracious and...
July 27, 2026

Luca was gracious and funny. He explained the regional culture of the food and talked us through each element. His communication and directions prior to the class was excellent. Absolutely follo...read more

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Nice family experience!
July 09, 2026

It was good and nice! Luca was educational and talented! We are happy!

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Highly Recommend Cooking with Luca!
July 08, 2026

FANTASTIC! Cooking with Luca was one of our favorite experiences on our trip. Luca is awesome! He is a great teacher (we learned a lot) and his class was so fun. Luca has a great personality and i...read more

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Do not miss! A perfect taste of Ligurian cuisine!
June 17, 2026

We took the ferry from Monterosso to Riomaggiore for our class. It was a beautiful ride, but our time with Lucca was even more magical. Lucca is a delightful host. We learned history of the food an...read more

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