Cancel Free: 7 Days Prior
Min 2, Max 10
Here is what's in store for you
Located in the heart of Levanto’s historical center, Laboratorio del Pesto (the Pesto Laboratory) prepares one of the most ancient and renowned sauces in the world since 1976.
In this laboratory, you will have the chance to learn how to make pesto with your own hands, following the tradition. After enjoying a welcoming glass of sparkling wine accompanied with a bruschetta with local extra virgin olive oil, you will taste some pesto sauce made according to the modern method while assisting the demonstration and explanation of how pesto is made with the mortar.
Then comes the time to prepare your own pesto sauce using mortar and pestle: wash and dry the basil leaves, pound them together with salt, pine nuts and garlic, add the Parmigiano cheese and the extra virgin olive oil. You will get a concentrated and perfumed pesto cream, which can be used on some pasta or on a bruschetta.
At the end of the experience, you will enjoy your own homemade pesto sauce together with a glass of white wine and some typical local products such as taggiasche olives (local small black olives), bruschetta with anchovies and a typical pastry with Limoncino.
Where we are
Open MapHow to reach us
Meet Giorgia at “La Nicchia Pestifera”, in Corso Italia 16 10 minutes before the starting time. From Levanto train station, follow the signs to the city center. You will be walking along Corso Roma. Turn left into Corso Italia and a little before the public gardens you’ll find the number 16 on your left.
Booking Policy & Details
Min. 2 persons - Max. 8 people
Not recommended for children under 11 years old
How much does it cost?
You can easily check all the prices clicking on 'Check Availability' button and selecting a date
How many people can participate?
Min 2, Max 10
Included
- Welcome glass of sparkling wine
- Pesto making class with mortal and pestle
- Pesto tasting with a glass of wine
- Selection of delicacies
- Printed recipe
Should I book online?
Booking online in advance is required!
How can I book online?
You can do it in less than a minute! Click on the 'Check Availability' button, choose the date and time among those available and fill in the rest of the requested information.
How do I check availability?
Click on the 'Check Availability' button! You'll find an interactive calendar with dates and times!
How many languages are available?
The languages available for this amazing experience are: English, Italiano. You can choose one of these languages during the booking process.
How long is the experience?
About 1 Hour
May I cancel the booking for free?
You can cancel for free until 7 Days Prior
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