Pesto Making Class at Local's Home in Genoa
Overview
Immerse yourself in the art of creating the perfect pesto sauce, using only the freshest basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil. Learn the secrets behind achieving the ideal balance of flavors and textures, from the grinding of the ingredients in a mortar and pestle to the final blending process.
But the adventure doesn't stop there. Indulge your palate with a tantalizing appetizer, carefully curated to complement the bold flavors of the pesto. From bruschetta topped with sun-ripened tomatoes to delicate crostini adorned with creamy cheeses, each bite promises to tantalize your taste buds and awaken your senses.
As you hone your culinary skills, sip and savor a glass of locally sourced wine, perfectly paired to enhance the flavors of your creations. Immerse yourself in the convivial atmosphere of our kitchen, where laughter and camaraderie flow as freely as the wine.
What's Included
- Beverages (water, wines and coffee)
- Pesto cooking class
- Glass of local wine
- Local taxes
Meeting Location
Genoa
Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
In just a short time, indulge in an express session where you'll learn the art of crafting the perfect pesto sauce, accompanied by one delectable appetizer. And what's a culinary adventure without a touch of wine? Sip and savor a glass of local wine as you immerse yourself in the flavors of Genoa.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please note that our Cesarine are ready and thrilled to host you in their homes! All Cesarine are always very careful and attentive of the important sanitary rules needed, even more now! The homes provide all the essential sanitary equipment for the guests (paper towels for washing hands, hand sanitizing gel and so on). Remember to always maintain 1 meter distance from each other and if not, wear masks and gloves
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Beverages (water, wines and coffee).
- Pesto cooking class.
- Glass of local wine.
- Local taxes.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Pesto Making Class at Local's Home in Genoa is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please note that our Cesarine are ready and thrilled to host you in their homes! All Cesarine are always very careful and attentive of the important sanitary rules needed, even more now! The homes provide all the essential sanitary equipment for the guests (paper towels for washing hands, hand sanitizing gel and so on). Remember to always maintain 1 meter distance from each other and if not, wear masks and gloves
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Pesto Making Class at Local’s Home in Genoa will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Beverages (water, wines and coffee)
- Pesto cooking class
- Glass of local wine
- Local taxes
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please note that our Cesarine are ready and thrilled to host you in their homes! All Cesarine are always very careful and attentive of the important sanitary rules needed, even more now! The homes provide all the essential sanitary equipment for the guests (paper towels for washing hands, hand sanitizing gel and so on). Remember to always maintain 1 meter distance from each other and if not, wear masks and gloves
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
