In the heart of Levanto's historic center, the renowned "Laboratory of Pesto" has been crafting the world's most famous sauce since 1976. Here, you will have the unique opportunity to make pesto sauce by hand, following time-honored traditions. Begin your experience with a glass of sparkling wine and a taste of local extra virgin olive oil on bruschetta. You will then sample pesto made using modern methods while observing a demonstration of the traditional mortar technique.
Next, it's your turn to create pesto using a mortar! Start by washing and drying fresh basil leaves, then pound them with salt, pine nuts, and garlic. Incorporate Parmigiano cheese and extra virgin olive oil to achieve a rich, aromatic pesto cream, perfect for pasta or bruschetta. Conclude your experience by enjoying your handmade pesto sauce, paired with a glass of wine and an assortment of local delicacies, including Taggiasca olives and bruschetta with anchovies.
Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes