You will receive a warm welcome and immediately immerse yourself in the laid-back atmosphere of authentic Ligurian home cooking. After a small starter and a glass of very good local wine, the experience begins with an introduction to the essential ingredients of Ligurian cuisine – high-quality extra virgin olive oil, fragrant basil, flour, and carefully selected regional products.
The cooking lesson takes place in the heart of Porto Maurizio, Imperia, at Via Martiri della Libertà 136, and lasts about four hours. It is designed to feel like a holiday within a holiday – no hustle and bustle, no stress, just great food, genuine hospitality, and the true Italian dolce vita.
Together, we will prepare traditional Ligurian focaccia. Patti will guide you through every step of the process, revealing the secrets of the dough, the right way to knead, and the techniques that give the focaccia its characteristic texture and irresistible aroma as it is baked to golden perfection.
Next, you will prepare authentic pesto al mortaio using a traditional marble mortar and pestle and discover how aromas and flavours develop through this centuries-old technique.
After that, you will make fresh, handmade pasta from scratch and learn simple and authentic techniques that you can easily replicate at home. To finish, there's something sweet: you'll also discover gobeletti, traditional Ligurian shortcrust pastries with apricot jam, which are considered one of the region's most popular homemade treats.
The experience can also be tailored to your interests, skill level, or a special occasion, making it truly personal and unique.
Patti conducts the course in Italian, English, and German and ensures that guests from all over the world feel comfortable and fully engaged throughout the experience.
At the end of the class, we sit down together and enjoy the dishes we have prepared in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere. Over lunch, Patti tells stories about Ligurian traditions, local culture, and everyday life in this beautiful region, accompanied by very good local wine. It is a moment to share, laugh, and experience the authentic spirit of Italian hospitality.
This is more than just a cooking lesson. It's an opportunity to discover Liguria through its flavours, traditions, and people, and to create memories that will stay with you long after your trip ends.
