Cinque Terre: Authentic Pesto Cooking Class & Wine in Manarola

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About this activity

Immerse yourself in true Ligurian culture with an authentic Pesto-making masterclass in the picturesque village of Manarola! Discover the ancient culinary secrets of the Cinque Terre in a typical Italian atmosphere, guided by a passionate local foodie. Forget modern blenders—in this intimate class, you will learn to make Italy’s most famous green sauce the traditional way: entirely by hand using a classic marble mortar and wooden pestle.

Using only the freshest local ingredients, including sweet basil leaves and premium pine nuts, you'll master the perfect technique while hearing fascinating stories about Ligurian traditions. After the hard work, it’s time to relax! Sit down with your group to enjoy the fruits of your labor, tasting your freshly pounded pesto on delicious homemade focaccia, perfectly paired with a crisp glass of local Cinque Terre white wine. You will even take the secret recipe home to surprise your friends!

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 16 people
People per booking: 1–16
Guide: English, Italian
Operated by: CURIOSEETY

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Alcoholic beverages: 1 glass of Cinque terre white wine
Included: Pesto tasting with Home made focaccia
Included: Pesto with mortar Hands-on cooking class

Itinerary

Welcome to Manarola: Meet your friendly local chef in the beautiful, colorful village of Manarola and step into a warm, authentic Italian atmosphere. The Marble Mortar Technique: Roll up your sleeves and learn the ancient art of making pesto from scratch. You will use a traditional marble mortar and wooden pestle, just like Italian grandmothers do. Fresh Local Ingredients: Discover the perfect balance of flavors by working with the freshest, high-quality ingredients, including authentic Ligurian basil, pine nuts, garlic, and premium olive oil. A Delicious Reward: After the workshop, take a seat and savor your handmade masterpiece! Enjoy your fresh pesto generously spread on warm, homemade Ligurian focaccia. Cinque Terre Wine & Recipe: Toast to your culinary success with a glass of excellent local white wine. Best of all, you’ll take the authentic recipe back home to recreate the magic of the Cinque Terre for your guests.

Stop 1
Cinque Terre
Manarola

Pesto + home made focaccia + glass of white wine

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

You can google map Località a Piè de Campu: from the Manarola's church square you need to take the street on the side of the river that goes toward the parkings, then when you get to the 3rd bridge you will find Laboratorio A pie de campu experience

End point

You can google map Località a Piè de Campu: from the Manarola's church square you need to take the street on the side of the river that goes toward the parkings, then when you get to the 3rd bridge you will find Laboratorio A pie de campu experience

Using your ticket

Instructions: When you exit the tunnel of the Manarola train station, turn right and follow the main road uphill. Cross the church square, and keep going uphill. After about 50 meters you will see a white and red bar on the left that delimits the pedestrian area, where the parking lot begins.