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Culinary Tour: Fresh Pasta & Pesto Experience
4.9
188 Ratings
Genova
This activity offers an opportunity to explore the ingredients and genuine culinary traditions of the region. Participants will gain hands-on experience in preparing fresh pasta and pesto, followed by a delightful lunch in a stunning setting within a historic palace.
This activity offers an opportunity to explore the ingredients and genuine culinary traditions of the region. Participants will gain hands-on experience in preparing fresh pasta and pesto, followed by a delightful lunch in a stunning setting within a historic palace.
Duration:
3 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Piazza della Nunziata, 5 - Discover the art of preparing authentic Genoese fresh pasta and crafting the renowned pesto sauce! This engaging experience takes place within a stunning palace.
Participants will explore the ingredients and traditions, create fresh pasta dough, and master the art of shaping it. They will also learn the traditional…
- Piazza della Nunziata, 5 - Discover the art of preparing authentic Genoese fresh pasta and crafting the renowned pesto sauce! This engaging experience takes place within a stunning palace.
Participants will explore the ingredients and traditions, create fresh pasta dough, and master the art of shaping it. They will also learn the traditional technique of making pesto using authentic tools, guided by a true local expert.
After the meal is prepared, enjoy lunch on a charming terrace with a lovely view of the Square.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Wine
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Wine
- Lunch
Meal Options
- corzetti, testaroli or trofie with pesto
- corzetti, testaroli or trofie with pesto
Location
Piazza della Nunziata, 5
Piazza della Nunziata
We'll meet just outside Palazzo Lauro
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(188 Ratings)
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423svene
Oct 16, 2025
Nice afternoon. We learned many and enjoyed the time. - We really enjoyed the night with Allessandro. He was very dedicated and conjured wonderful pasta and pesto with us. The location above the rooftops of Genoa had a very nice terrace where we ate. Thank you very much
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Chris
Oct 11, 2025
Wonderful Cooking Experience with Alessandro! - We had a wonderful experience making pesto with a mortar and pestle. We also learned the secrets to preparing the best pasta dishes. Alessandro was a great teacher. We enjoyed our meal as the sun was setting over the rooftops of Genoa. Highly recommend!
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Kathrin_l
Sep 13, 2025
Delicious experience in a beautiful atmosphere - Making pasta and pesto yourself was a lot of fun and very delicious
In the end we sat with a glass of wine our products with fantastic views of Genoa in the evening sun and the instructions were interesting and expert
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932maltek
Sep 10, 2025
Very nice! - It was a fun experience with a great instructor, tasty pasta and a gorgeous view from the terrace. Would definitiely recommend it!
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Jonm415
Sep 9, 2025
Fantastic cooking experience - What a fun experience. The class was small and intimate and in a beautiful location. Alessandro was great. Very knowledgeable and made the entire experience fun and enjoyable. The end product was delicious which we enjoyed on the patio overlooking the city during sunset. It could not have been a better way to conclude our trip to.Genoa. Thank you Alessandro for a wonderful experience.
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Patricia_n
Aug 31, 2025
Nice experience in Genoa - Wanted a unique experience in Genoa that was not a cruise excursion. We had a wonderful time making some of the most delicious pasta and pesto ever! Lunch on the terrace sipping wine overlooking looking the beautiful city was definitely a highlight of this trip. Thank you for a beautiful afternoon.
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K2665ujpaulag
Aug 29, 2025
Amazing experience - We had a lot of fun. We didn’t only learn to make the Pasta and Pesto but also something about the beautiful palace the event took part in and the culture in Genoa. Alessandro, our teacher, was very nice and explained us everything well so that the food turned out very delicious. The dinner on the terrace was the highlight. Would definitely recommend.
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Alina
Aug 24, 2025
Great culinary experience - A great experience for anyone interest in learning about the history of genoa and Pasta making. We had lots of fun preparing the pasta and the pesto. Allesandro, who was our instructor, did a great job explaining the process!
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866duncanw
Aug 23, 2025
The best private pasta experience in Liguria - This was an excellent experience and Alessandro was an outstanding host. Very friendly and knowledgeable about the Palazzo and the intricacies of Ligurian cuisine. Fresh ingredients, and a simple process that takes skill to master as he has. This will surely be an experience we remember and one that has left a positive mark on our trip. Simple, beautiful pasta prepared in original ways, enjoyed in a beautiful palace, in front of a beautiful church
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Nathanrv9609cn
Aug 22, 2025
An authentically Italian experience - An amazing experience!! Easily the highlight of our trip to Genova! We would thoroughly recommend!
Alessandro helped us sample multiple types of local pasta, learn how to make them and discover local wines too!
It was a tonne of fun and was in a wonderful setting. If you love cooking, hosting or authentic italian food, it's a big win!
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