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Genoa
Genoa Cooking Class: Make Pesto & Lunch on a Terrace
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Overview
The Genoese Cooking Lesson with Lunch on the Terrace offers a delicious dive into the heart of Ligurian cuisine, right in Genoa. This is more than just a cooking class; it's an invitation to experience the authentic culinary traditions of the region, perfect for food lovers and anyone wanting a taste of Italian culture.
Participants will learn to craft fresh pasta and the region's most famous sauce, pesto, from scratch. Imagine creating the dough, shaping the pasta, and mastering the art of pesto with traditional tools, all under the guidance of a local expert. The experience unfolds within a beautiful historical palace, adding a touch of elegance to the day.
The highlight? Enjoying the fruits of labor with lunch on a charming terrace overlooking the square. This experience includes bottled water, alcoholic beverages, and a satisfying lunch, ensuring a delightful culinary journey. It's a hands-on adventure into Genoa's gastronomic soul. 
Highlights
Make Authentic Pesto: Learn the traditional method of making pesto with a mortar and pestle.
Craft Fresh Pasta: Create your own fresh pasta dough and learn different pasta shapes.
Enjoy Lunch with a View: Savor your creations with lunch on a terrace overlooking a beautiful square.
Discover Local Traditions: Immerse yourself in the authentic culinary traditions of the Genoa region.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally had a very positive experience, especially enjoying the hands-on cooking and beautiful setting. Some minor suggestions for improvement were noted.
Customers loved learning to make authentic pesto and pasta.
Many enjoyed the beautiful location in a historical palace.
Participants appreciated the hands-on experience and local insights.
The lunch on the terrace was a highlight for many visitors.
Some customers felt the class was too short.
A few wished for more detailed instructions.
The Journey
Historic Palace
A stunning palace providing the backdrop for your cooking experience, offering a glimpse into Genoa's rich history and architectural beauty. The terrace provides a unique setting for enjoying the lunch.
Genoa Square Terrace
A picturesque terrace overlooking a bustling Genoa square, offering scenic views and a vibrant atmosphere as you savor your self-made Genoese meal.
Know Before You Go
This cooking experience includes bottled water, alcoholic beverages, and lunch. It does not include anything else not explicitly mentioned. Please confirm meeting point details upon booking.
Hot Tip
Many reviewers suggest arriving a few minutes early to fully enjoy the palace setting before the class begins. Also, be prepared to actively participate in the pesto-making process, as it's a hands-on experience!
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