Pesto Cooking Lesson

A visit to the Pesto Laboratory for a pesto class with wine and snacks

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Duration: 1 hour

The Pesto Laboratory in Levanto has been making pesto since 1976 – with this experience, you’ll be able to learn how to make your own world-class pesto.

Your teacher will guide you through the process of how to make traditional pesto using a marble mortar. You'll use local ingredients such as fresh basil, pine nuts, parmesan and extra virgin olive oil.

At the end of the experience, you’ll have time to enjoy your homemade pesto with a glass of white wine and regional specialties such as olives and bruschetta with anchovies.

Why Visit

  • Chance to learn how to make authentic Genovese pesto
  • Hands-on tuition from an expert at the Pesto Laboratory
  • Time to enjoy your pesto with wine and local snacks

What's included

  • Pesto cooking class
  • Pesto tasting
  • Olive oil tasting
  • Glass of wine and local appetizers
  • Printed recipe

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Lunch
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off

    Tour available in your selected language

    English

    Additional information

    The minimum age for participating in this experience is 18 years.

    Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You must be 18 years or older to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

    Operated by Arbaspàa srl

    Location

    Pesto Cooking Lesson

    Corso Italia, 16, Levanto, La Spezia, 19015
    Arrive at La Nicchia Pestifera.

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