Cinque Terre Course of Pesto and Wine Tasting in Vernazza

4.9(122)1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Vernazza Cinque Sensi

About this activity

Since 2019, we are the first to offer Vernazza an experience dedicated to preparing pesto in the mortar, combining cooking, territory, conviviality, and tasting. You will learn to prepare pesto by hand, using selected ingredients. The experience takes place in a typical Cinque Terre cellar, with stone and wood, reminiscent of the atmosphere of old Vernazza.

12:30 - PESTO CLASS

We will start with wine, focaccia, cheeses, and extra virgin olive oils. You will prepare your pesto in the mortar while tasting a second wine. The pesto will then be used to dress the gnocchi which you will eat with a third wine. We will conclude with limoncello and chocolate.

3:00 PM or 5:30 PM – PESTO SNACK CLASS

After a taste of wine, you will prepare the pesto in the mortar while tasting a second wine. We will accompany it with focaccia, cheeses, oils, and a third wine. Finally, a real little shoe with bread and focaccia directly in the mortar!

If you want the class in French, communicate it at the time of the reservation.

What's included

✓Focaccia, oils, cheeses
✓Tasting of three local wines
✓Alternative gluten-free for celiacs/intolerant
✓At 12:30 gnocchi
✓Water (and non-alcoholic drinks for children or adults who do not drink alcohol)
✓Pesto preparation with mortar
✓Speaking guide English and Italian (French on request)

Not included

✕Tips

Meeting and pickup

From the train station, go up about 20 meters along the main street. You will find Five Senses on the left, inside a small square with cobblestone paving. You will easily recognize the place thanks to our "Cinque Sensi" sign and the large outdoor umbrella.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Alcoholic beverages are reserved for those over 18 years of age. Minors may substitute with carbonated beverages.

Cancellation policy

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

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