Step into the heart of Ligurian tradition and discover the secrets of authentic pesto al mortaio, just as it has been prepared in Liguria for generations!
Since 2019, we have been the first to offer this unique pesto-making experience in Vernazza. Here, you won’t just taste local products—you’ll prepare them yourself and enjoy the fruits of your work.
Start by tasting a selection of local specialities and discovering the ingredients that make Ligurian pesto so special. Then, take your pestle and mortar and, following our guidance, prepare your own authentic Pesto Genovese by hand, using carefully selected ingredients and traditional techniques.
The experience takes place inside a typical Cinque Terre cellar, featuring stone and wood and offering an authentic atmosphere inspired by the Vernazza of the past.
Pesto Class – 12:30
Your experience begins with a taste of Cinque Terre wine, accompanied by focaccia, local cheeses, and extra virgin olive oils.
Then it’s time to make your own pesto using the pestle and mortar, while enjoying a second local wine. And here comes the best part: the pesto you have prepared yourself will be used to dress the gnocchi you’ll enjoy for lunch, paired with a third Cinque Terre wine.
To finish, enjoy a refreshing limoncino and some delicious chocolate.
Snack Pesto Class – 15:00 or 17:30
If you prefer a lighter option, choose our Snack Pesto Class.
After a first taste of wine, you’ll prepare your own pesto with the pestle and mortar while enjoying a second wine. You’ll then taste your freshly made pesto with focaccia, local cheeses, and extra virgin olive oils, accompanied by a third Cinque Terre wine.
And to finish, there’s no better Ligurian tradition than a proper “scarpetta”: use bread and focaccia to scoop up every last bit of pesto straight from the mortar!
An experience to live, not just taste
Our experience was created from a passion for Ligurian cuisine and a desire to share the territory through its authentic flavours. Since 2019, we have been among the first to offer this type of pesto class in Vernazza, with a simple and authentic approach: learn, prepare, taste, and share.
If you would like to attend the class in French, please let us know when making your reservation. Irene will be delighted to host the class in French, while Jenny, a native English speaker, will be happy to guide you in a perfect English.
