Genoa: Pesto, Pasta, and Tiramisu Cooking Class

Discover the flavors of Genoa with a hands-on cooking class. Make pesto, pasta, and tiramisu with a certified pesto master, and enjoy a meal with your creations.
Step into the heart of Ligurian culinary heritage with Tiziana, a certified pesto master and finalist in the World Pesto Championship held in Genoa. In this immersive cooking class, experience the true essence of Genova through its most iconic flavors.

Begin with a masterclass on authentic Pesto Genovese, made the traditional way—by hand, using a marble mortar and pestle. Guided by Tiziana, use freshly picked DOP basil and follow the official Genoese recipe, just as it has been passed down for generations.

While the aroma of basil and garlic fills the air, enjoy a tasting of homemade, freshly baked Genovese focaccia, warm from the oven and perfectly paired with a bottle of Prosecco shared among every three guests.

Next, roll up your sleeves and dive into the dough. Prepare traditional Ligurian pasta—either gnocchi or trofie, the perfect match for your handcrafted pesto. Tiziana will guide you with love and precision, sharing her family’s culinary secrets from over three generations.

The experience culminates in a delicious homemade meal, where you’ll savor your fresh pasta dressed in the vibrant green pesto you’ve created—an unforgettable explosion of flavor rooted in tradition.

And because no Italian experience is complete without dessert, finish with Tiziana’s famous tiramisù—a light, fragrant treat that brings the sweet soul of Italy to your plate.

Whether you're a passionate foodie or simply curious about Genoese culture, this experience will leave you with unforgettable memories, time-honored techniques, and recipes to bring home.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.