Cooking classes
Pesto express cooking class with sea view in 5 Terre
4.9
Typical experience
Barbara
Spoken languages: Italian and English
Express cooking class: learn how to make Pesto
Shared Experience
Your experience
- Seasonal appetizer
- Homemade fresh pasta
As we indulge in the beauty of the sea from the olive grove, I will reveal the secrets of our spice pesto. I will tell you its fascinating history and the traditional method of getting the perfect flavor. Then, I will show the two ways to make pesto: traditional or modern, mortar and pestle or electric blender. There will be no shortage of my tips for storing pesto optimally.
And after preparing our pesto, we will enjoy it with classic bavette. The experience lasts about two hours, during which you will be refreshed with cool water and a glass of some of the best wine from our local wineries.
Vegetarian
€149.00 per guest
(€74.50 per child)
Remaining char: 500
Total: €149.00
€149.00
per guest€74.50 per child
Reviews
4.9
79 reviews
- Barbara and Stefano were nothing short of amazing. The view from their home in Riomaggiore felt like something out of a dream, very peaceful, expansive and unforgettable. But what made the experience truly special was them. It’s rare to be welcomed so warmly by locals, and even rarer to be invited into their kitchen to learn a treasured family recipe passed down through generations. We made pasta, bruschetta, and the most amazing tiramisu we have ever tasted. Their sweet dogs, Anna and Julie, made it all feel even more like home. Barbara and Stefano have such a deep love for food and tradition. Every ingredient had a purpose, every step had meaning. You could feel the care in the way they prepared everything, always with intention and always with heart. I’d do it all again in a heartbeat just to be in their presence, to share another meal, and to take in that stunning view. Thank you, Barbara and Stefano, for one of the most beautiful memories we will carry with us.
- Our cooking class was absolutely wonderful! Barbara and Stefano were so inviting and taught us a lot about Italian cuisine and culture. They opened their beautiful home and we felt so welcomed. The whole experience so fun! We went away with fresh knowledge, full stomachs and warm hearts! Would do this again!
- Barbara and Stefano are amazing hosts, chefs, and teachers! They are also a heckuva lot of fun to spend an afternoon with. We learned so much in our time with them about making fresh pasta (tagliatelle, tortelle), bruschetta (5 varieties), and tiramisu. We also learned about the unique culture of Cinque Terre, what it is like to live in a UNESCO heritage site, and enjoyed our time with Anna and Julia (the dogs). They were so generous with their time and knowledge we cannot recommend this experience enough.
- Wow! Words can't even describe how amazing this experience was! Barbara and Stefano were the most wonderful hosts, and we learned so much from their cooking class. Spending time chatting with them and enjoying delicious food in their beautiful home was a true highlight of our trip! This was something we will never forget.
- Barbara’s class was one of the best experiences anyone could ever have in Italy! Not only was the location amazing and stunning but her and Stephano treated us like family. I would highly recommend taking a cooking class from them.
Natasha & Scott Lee - September 2025
Michelle and Mark - July 2025
Rick, Naomi, Frances, and Phoebe - July 2025
Jessica D - July 2025
Scott - July 2025
€149.00 per guest
(€74.50 per child)
Remaining char: 500
Total: €149.00
€149.00 per guest
Where
Barbara
Cesarina from 2022Location: Riomaggiore Languages: Italian and EnglishHi there, I'm Barbara!
I was born in the Gulf of Poets, to a Sardinian mother and a Genoese father, and spent my childhood with my beloved grandparents. I like to think of myself as a citizen of the world, but I have a strong connection to my land and its traditions, as does my husband Stefano. Together, we want to share our passion for cooking and our roots with other enthusiasts and curious minds. Since I was a child, I developed a strong passion for cooking, thanks to my grandmother who taught me to experiment and taste new flavors. I have always been adventurous and have tried all the original recipes from different countries around the world, but Ligurian cuisine remains my favorite. We decided to open the doors of our house, located on the terraces of the Cinque Terre above Riomaggiore, to share our passion for cooking and local culture. For us, cooking is the best way to tell the story of our land and pass on the true Ligurian tradition to others. We are excited to share this culinary journey with guests from around the world!
I was born in the Gulf of Poets, to a Sardinian mother and a Genoese father, and spent my childhood with my beloved grandparents. I like to think of myself as a citizen of the world, but I have a strong connection to my land and its traditions, as does my husband Stefano. Together, we want to share our passion for cooking and our roots with other enthusiasts and curious minds. Since I was a child, I developed a strong passion for cooking, thanks to my grandmother who taught me to experiment and taste new flavors. I have always been adventurous and have tried all the original recipes from different countries around the world, but Ligurian cuisine remains my favorite. We decided to open the doors of our house, located on the terraces of the Cinque Terre above Riomaggiore, to share our passion for cooking and local culture. For us, cooking is the best way to tell the story of our land and pass on the true Ligurian tradition to others. We are excited to share this culinary journey with guests from around the world!
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