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 exclusive cooking class where Camilla Pizzorno, Chef and World Champion of Mortar Pesto, shares her recipe, unveils her secrets, and offers a taste of an authentic three-course Ligurian menu paired with Italian wine and spirits.
  1. Guests are welcomed into a charming Ligurian garden surrounded by lush…
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 Chef and World Champion Camilla Pizzorno, the victor of the World Mortar Pesto Championship, as she shares her unique recipe and secrets;
  • Experience the use of a historic marble mortar and wooden pestle, both over 100 years old;
  • Savor freshly made pesto with a delightful three-course Ligurian menu: enjoy the…
Location
Viale Giorgio Modugno, 16
Viale Giorgio Modugno
We will wait for you 5 minutes before the start of the activity at the meeting point, for any problem do not hesitate to call or write to us, we will be at your disposal! To make your experience even more comfortable, transportation service is available on request, contact us!
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Angelical209
Jan 20, 2026
Excellent family experience - We had the best time at Camilla's pesto making class! She has a lovely, warm location at her residence in a beautiful seaside neighborhood near Genoa. I went with my 6-year old daughter and everything was perfectly and thoughtfully prepared, from tasty kids juice, to a smaller mortar for her small hands. We were picked up from near the Genoa aquarium and it was very convenient. I also loved hearing the story about Camilla's championship win -- it was very inspiring. Be sure to taste (once, twice...!) Camilla's winning pesto, it is so delicious!! My daughter and I loved everything. Thank you so much!
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Davide
Jan 4, 2026
5-star experience: nice guys, helpful and prepared. Exceptional pesto, made and tasted together really - Friendly and knowledgeable staff, clear and engaging explanations. Excellent artisan pesto! Top! To be redone immediately.
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Jenniferi421
Dec 18, 2025
Super pesto making experience - Very fun, local and authentic experience! It was easily the best experience of our Genova trip. The hosts are very friendly, welcoming and hospitable and make you feel at home. We learned a lot about making pesto using local ingredients and it was the best pesto we have eaten. It was easy to access from the train station (less than 10 minutes walk) and is in a beautiful neighborhood of Genova. The pesto, focaccia, trofie pasta, and tiramisu were all delicious and authentic. We would do this again in a heartbeat.
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Popoauresto
Nov 17, 2025
Go go go!!! - Best pesto class in the whole world!!! Lorenzo and Camilla are professionnal but mostly genuinely such sweet people <3 They took the time to explain every step and answered all our questions. Of course the pesto is delicious, probably the best we ever had!! This class is truly a must do for anyone staying in Genova. You’ll leave their place with so many memories, in your head and on your phone given that Lorenzo took over 100 pictures of the session :) We could only recommend this class it was the best!!!
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Tracy_s
Nov 14, 2025
Buffalo, New Yorkers Love Pesto Perfection - Our hosts, Lorenzo & Camille, greeted us with warm smiles. Even though we are home chefs, this pesto cooking class was still very informative and fun! We felt like we were at home with family. So accomplished and thoughtful hosts! We lived every moment! They even arranged to have us picked up & dropped off at our accommodations. Thank you for sharing your kitchen and family recipe with us!
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Ben_m
Nov 10, 2025
We had a great time... - We had a great time learning about how to make pesto with Camilla and Lorenzo! They were both very warm hosts and Camilla was an excellent teacher. Would definitely recommend adding to your agenda in Genoa!
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Oct 29, 2025
Best experience in Italy - We had such a lovely time here. Camilla and Lorenzo made us feel at home in a traditional Italian family home. We made pesto and learned about the important techniques to get it just right. If you are in Genoa you NEED to book this. 11/10
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Samia68
Oct 19, 2025
Rating: 5 out of 5 – An unforgettable culinary experience in the heart of Liguria! - This isn’t just a cooking class – it’s a journey right into Liguria’s soul. Standing side by side with world champion Camilla Pizzorno, who generously shares her secret pesto recipe and craft tips, is an experience you never forget. Getting to bump basil in an antique mortar over 100 years old feels like participating in a living tradition, where every scent and movement carries history. The freshly cooked pesto is served with fresh focaccia, handmade trofie or gnocchi – and ends with a delicious Genoese pandolce that finishes it off. Everything is accompanied by local wines and classic Italian liqueurs such as limoncello, mirto and amaro Camatti – a perfect balance of flavours and culture. The environment is as magical as the food – a lush garden in summer and a cosy heated outdoor space in winter, making the experience just as charming all year round. A course filled with passion, warmth and genuine Italian food. 👉 Highly recommended to anyone who loves authentic food and wants to experience something for real!
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Typhanie_d
Oct 5, 2025
I really enjoyed... - I really enjoyed this experience! Welcoming was warm and we were able to make our pesto with Camilla's wise advice. Then we were able to enjoy the pesto with focaccia and trofies (probably the best pesto I've ever eaten!) and there were also other Italian dishes (like Camilla's mom's delicious frittata 😍). Thank you:)
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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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up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).