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Pesto Experience | la marinella | golfo dei poeti
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 2h 30m
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Multiple languages
Overview
- We exclusively use top-quality ingredients such as Pra basil in our pesto-making
- It's an authentic experience created by locals who live in these territories
- You will learn to make pesto using original marble mortars
- la marinella is a magical place built on terraces overlooking the sea
- You will live this experience with the sound of the waves in the background
Activity location
- Lerici
- Lerici, Liguria, Italy
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Spiaggia della Marinella, 19032 Lerici SP, Italia | Arriving at Piazza Brusacà (the main square of San Terenzo, where the Castle is located), follow the promenade and walk around the castle. You will find yourself in a small bay where you’ll see a staircase leading to the seaside bistro and cocktail bar Marinella. Climb the stairs and inform the staff that you are here for the Pesto Experience.
- Lerici, Liguria, Italy
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Pesto Experience | la marinella | golfo dei poeti
- 2h 30m
- English
What's included, what's not
- Included in the ticket price are all the ingredients to make pesto, the welcome aperitif, and the lunch featuring trofie pasta with pesto (trofie being a typical fresh pasta). Also included is the elegant official 'Pesto Experience' apron, made of 100% cotton
Know before you book
- In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
What you can expect
“Welcome to the Pesto Experience in the Marinella Bay, a unique experience that will immerse you in the authentic heart of Liguria, amidst the cliffs overlooking the sea and the enchanting atmosphere of San Terenzo.
Prepare for an unforgettable experience, where local culinary tradition blends with the natural beauty of the surroundings, while the sound of the waves envelops you in a magical atmosphere.
The day begins with a meeting at 10:30 at “la marinella,” the terraced bistro overlooking the bay, ready to welcome you with its breathtaking view and the inviting aroma of basil. As a first gesture, you will receive the official apron of the “Pesto Experience.”
During the “Pesto Experience,” you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the history and authentic preparation of Genoese pesto, following the ancient traditions passed down from generation to generation. We will share secrets, stories, and curiosities related to this unique sauce, discovering together what makes it so special and famous worldwide.
We will guide you through each step, from picking fresh basil to presenting the traditional technique with the Carrara marble mortar, letting you experience every moment with authentic involvement and enjoyment. During the pesto preparation, you will have the opportunity to taste a special basil and lemon-based drink, accompanied by crispy focaccia and freshly prepared pesto, to delight your palate with genuine and traditional flavours.
The day culminates with a delicious lunch featuring fresh trofie pasta rigorously with pesto, accompanied by a glass of white wine from the hills of Luni, the legendary Vermentino “Scaramante.”
Furthermore, to make the experience even more memorable, the best pesto prepared during the course will be awarded the official “Master Pesto Maker” pin.
Join us for a unique culinary experience, immersed in the breathtaking beauty of Marinella Bay and the genuine Italian hospitality. Experience the Pesto Experience and let yourself be captivated by the flavours and traditions of Liguria.”
Location
Activity location
- Lerici
- Lerici, Liguria, Italy
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Spiaggia della Marinella, 19032 Lerici SP, Italia | Arriving at Piazza Brusacà (the main square of San Terenzo, where the Castle is located), follow the promenade and walk around the castle. You will find yourself in a small bay where you’ll see a staircase leading to the seaside bistro and cocktail bar Marinella. Climb the stairs and inform the staff that you are here for the Pesto Experience.
- Lerici, Liguria, Italy