Join a Genoese cooking class to master Ligurian recipes, from Gnocchi to Canestrelli, with a professional chef. Taste tradition today.
Join a Genoese cooking class to master Ligurian recipes, from Gnocchi to Canestrelli, with a professional chef. Taste tradition today.
- Via di Porta Soprana - Nestled in the historic center of Genoa, close to the ancient Porta Soprana gate, Via di Porta Soprana is a delightful street steeped in history and local charm. Encircled by medieval structures and narrow lanes, this area exudes an authentic ambiance that beautifully embodies the traditions of Genoese culture and cuisine….
- Via di Porta Soprana - Nestled in the historic center of Genoa, close to the ancient Porta Soprana gate, Via di Porta Soprana is a delightful street steeped in history and local charm. Encircled by medieval structures and narrow lanes, this area exudes an authentic ambiance that beautifully embodies the traditions of Genoese culture and cuisine.
Visitors have the opportunity to participate in an interactive cooking class focused on the flavors of Liguria. Under the guidance of a professional chef, participants learn to craft classic dishes like Gnocchi paired with the renowned Pesto alla Genovese, featuring fresh basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan. The experience also includes making the traditional Focaccia di Recco and the delicate, flower-shaped biscuits known as Canestrelli.
At the conclusion of the class, guests savor their culinary creations alongside a glass of local wine, truly experiencing the flavors and warm hospitality of Genoa.

- Traditional Genoese cooking class with professional chef
- Equipment and utensils to cook
- Drinks: water, wine, or beer
- Tasting of the various products prepared
- Necessary ingredients to prepare the dishes
- Traditional Genoese cooking class with professional chef
- Equipment and utensils to cook
- Drinks: water, wine, or beer
- Tasting of the various products prepared
- Necessary ingredients to prepare the dishes
- Pick up from/to Hotel
- Tips
- Pick up from/to Hotel
- Tips
Dive into the genuine tastes of Genoa with an engaging cooking class guided by a skilled chef. In this interactive session, participants will uncover the secrets and methods of traditional Genoese cooking while crafting classic regional dishes in a lively and welcoming environment.
Start by mastering the art of making soft homemade Gnocchi from scratch,…
Dive into the genuine tastes of Genoa with an engaging cooking class guided by a skilled chef. In this interactive session, participants will uncover the secrets and methods of traditional Genoese cooking while crafting classic regional dishes in a lively and welcoming environment.
Start by mastering the art of making soft homemade Gnocchi from scratch, ideally complemented by the renowned Pesto alla Genovese, crafted with fresh basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese. Then, move on to creating the delectable Focaccia di Recco, a classic Ligurian treat filled with creamy stracchino cheese and made with local ingredients. Conclude by preparing the delicate flower-shaped cookies known as Canestrelli, a cherished dessert from the nearby hills.
After the class, join your fellow chefs to savor the dishes you’ve created, paired with a glass of local wine.
- It is advisable not to book tours on the same day, with close times
- Please leave a Whatsapp number where you will be contacted by our support once you have booked the tour with us
- The order of the itinerary may vary, at the guide’s discretion.
- Important notice for last minute bookings (on the same day or from one day to the next): in case of lack of places the customer will be placed on the day following the booked date.
- This tour can vary in duration between 90 minutes and 2 hours.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.