Genoese Pesto Workshop: Traditional Recipe

Join a world champion in a Genoese pesto lesson, immersing in Ligurian culture with authentic flavors, heartfelt stories, and hands-on tradition.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Viale Giorgio Modugno, 16 - Experience the unique cooking class led by Camilla Pizzorno, the Mortar Pesto World Champion. She will guide you through her recipe, share her secrets, and offer a taste of a genuine Ligurian menu.
  1. Guests are welcomed into a traditional Ligurian garden surrounded by lush greenery in the summer, or a cozy heated…
What's Included
  • Pesto tasting with Genoese products
  • Bottled water
  • Tea and coffee
  • Cooking lesson
Meal Options
  • Genoese focaccia with fresh pesto - We will start with the queen of Ligurian street food: the Genoese focaccia, warm and tasty, combined with freshly prepared pesto.
  • Typical pasta with pesto - you will taste a typical Ligurian pasta, such as trofie or homemade gnocchi, seasoned with freshly made pesto.
  • Dessert of the Ligurian tradition - We will…
Additional Information

Join the exclusive cooking class led by world champion Camilla Pizzorno, the winner of the World Mortar Pesto Championship, as she shares her unique recipe and its secrets.
Create your own pesto and enjoy it alongside a traditional Ligurian menu.
Utilize a vintage mortar and pestle that is over 100 years old.
Savor the freshly made pesto with classic…

Location
Viale Giorgio Modugno, 16
Viale Giorgio Modugno
We are waiting for you 5 minutes before the start at the meeting point. For any problem, call us or write us: we are at your disposal! To make your experience even more comfortable, we are available to arrange transportation service: please contact us.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Gladys_f
Sep 5, 2025
Her Nonna must be so proud - My husband is a self-proclaimed pesto aficionado, and this was the perfect experience. If you’re looking for generic, cookie-cutter, cattle herding experience, this is not for you. Instead, here you are welcomed into a warm Italian home and brought in on a proud granddaughter’s award winning version of her Nonna’s recipe. The entire experience exudes kindness and authentic Italian hospitality! Look no further, your dream pesto class is this one. Ps. they also offer pickup service so you don’t have to argue with a taxi and can partake in the aperitif.
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Kelley_m
Sep 3, 2025
The best pesto and experience! - Seriously, the best pesto I’ve ever eaten. Camilla and Lorenzo were fabulous hosts and teachers. I cannot eat gluten and they made all the accommodations so that I was able to enjoy every step of the experience. This is a rare occurrence for me, so very appreciated! While Camilla’s home is a bit away from the city, being there added to the intimacy and authenticity of the experience. Lorenzo takes pictures and puts them on your phone before you leave. They thought of everything to make sure the experience is great! I can’t wait to try making Camilla’s recipe at home!
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Lamya_s
Aug 29, 2025
This was an incredible... - This was an incredible experience of real genuine Genovese hospitality in addition to ancestral home recipe for delicious pesto making . You don’t just get an amazing recipe and class , but you also experience true Genovese hospitality. I had a great time the hosts were incredible , friendly and lots of fun !! It’s hosted in a cozy home in the mountains of Genova taking a great detour from the city and getting a real vibe of the locals . This experience is not to be missed !
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Freedom570725
Aug 28, 2025
Pesto making class in Genova, Italy - We had such a lovely time at the authentic pesto making class in Genova! Camilla and Lorenzo were both fabulous! They were both patient and explained each step thoroughly!
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Amanda_g
Aug 25, 2025
Cozy and fun! Great with kids :) - We had so much fun learning how to make pesto with you! The kids had a blast! Thank you for being patient with them and making them feel special :) We loved the cozy vibe of your home & authenticity of the experience :)
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Benjaminj944
Aug 21, 2025
A beautiful experience, fun and taste 😁 - I am delighted with the experience because beyond learning some of the secrets of the authentic Pesto alla genovese from the world champion (just that!), I had a pleasant time: Welcoming very friendly, exchanges and nice anecdotes, pro tips, delicious tasting, and we leave with lots of photos / videos souvenirs. If for the moment the site is a little off-center, the move is worth it! I highly recommend
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Zoltan462
Aug 20, 2025
A pesto course in Genova , I can highly recommend!👏 Thank you Lorenzo and Camilla🙏 - We took part in Camilla’s pesto class together with my 15-year-old son and it was an unforgettable experience! The organization was absolutely professional: Lorenzo kept in touch with us all the time, quickly answered every question, adapted flexibly to our request for an earlier time slot, and even helped us personally with parking. The class itself was very family-like and welcoming. Camilla explained everything clearly and shared all the little secrets and tricks behind making the perfect pesto. The atmosphere was relaxed, fun, and truly authentic – my son also said it was one of the best experiences of our trip. We spent one and a half hours full of laughter, learning, and delicious flavors. We can’t wait to come back! Highly recommended to anyone visiting Genoa and wanting to discover the real taste of the city.
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David_s
Aug 17, 2025
Loved this Pesto Class! - This was a delightful afternoon. We learned a lot about pesto and spent time with a wonderful family. Camilla and Lorenzo were great fun. I only wish we could have spent more time with them. If you love pesto, you will not be disappointed. If you want to spend time with a great local family, you will not be disappointed. David and Anna Marie
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Emilytc902qe
Aug 6, 2025
An unforgettable experience! - Camilla was amazing! We’re a family with two kids (7 and 9 years old), and she was incredibly patient and engaging with them. Every detail was thoughtfully organized — from the pesto workshop to the delicious food, including focaccia and pasta. Without a doubt, it was our favorite activity during our three-week trip to Italy!
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546carolar
Aug 5, 2025
Wow! - We attended the workshop two days ago, as a family, and it was a really great experience. We had never prepared pesto by mortar, and doing it all together, was fun and very addictive. Camilla was fantastic and after the workshop we had a tasting with focaccia and pasta topped with our freshly made pesto... a wonder! I recommend this experience, it is definitely worth the money spent. We will definitely be back!
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From $77
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).