Genoese cooking lesson in the garden with lunch

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Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English, Italian, French, Spanish
Bottled water
Typical ligurian snack
Wine
We'll eat what we cook: fresh pasta (trofie or corzetti) with pesto

Overview

In this activity you will get to know the ingredients and the authentic culinary traditions of the area, you will experience firsthand the preparation of fresh pasta and pesto and you can have lunch in a wonderful location surrounded by trees and flowers

Meeting points

We'll meet just outside Palazzo Lauro

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Learn how to cook typical genoese fresh pasta and make the most delicious and well known sauce: the pesto! The whole activity will be carried out in a very beautiful garden To reach the garden it is necessary to walk 5 minutes uphill and climb the stairs up to the 3rd floor (there is no lift), so the activity is not suitable for people who struggle with Hills and steps. The participants will learn about the ingredients and the traditions: they will make the dough for fresh pasta and learn how to shape it, the technique of making pesto with traditional tools and all tips from a real local. Once the meal is ready you'll have lunch in the garden

Sample Menu

MAIN

corzetti, testaroli or trofie with pesto

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
It's not recommended for those who have problems with stairs and hills

Free Cancellation

April 28100% refund

April 29No refund

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A fabulous time in Genoa

Published on Oct, 2024

Despite the awful wet weather, Alessandro offered an amazing cooking experience in his own home. Upon arrival he offered us an aperitif and snack (farinata), we then made 2 types of pasta and the most delicious pesto. He then cooked the pasta and were able to enjoy a fabulous lunch! We enjoyed this Italian experience immensely! Grazie Mille!!

Lovely little cooking class in Genova!

Published on Oct, 2024

Alessandro was a great teacher & his garden was a beautiful atmosphere for the class. Pesto was deliciously flavourful & was very interesting to learn the process for making pasta & even a gluten free option! Definitely recommend ☺️

Pasta and Basil Making in A Garden!!!

Published on Oct, 2024

We made 3 different kinds of pasta! One was square shaped with Chestnut flour. The second was made into little curly pasta. The third kind of pasta we cut in tiny circles and stamped with an Italian stamp! We made really nice basil pesto! We ate the pesto and pasta with white wine! Alessandro did a great job teaching us! The garden trees are pretty! It was fun!

Unique class

Published on Oct, 2024

Such a unique experience and a very traditional feel due to the environment we cooked in! Disclaimer: There are many many steps you walk up to the location (cooks Italian home) and I recommend wearing closed toed shoes as well as a light jacket or pants (at least in the cooler months) Everything was provided and very hands on, the cook is a great teacher and very welcoming. I would recommend any one to give it a try for their first time.

Good pasta, good vine, good vibes

Published on Oct, 2024

Lovely experience in a nice atmosphere, chilled vibes with a nice vine. Everyone got a chance to make their own pasta and pesto and we all dined together at the end. The teacher was really helpful answering all questions and given us the detailed recipe at the end