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Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Genoa

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Offered in: English
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Overview

Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, 

learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Genoa cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine.

During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines.

Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

What's Included

  • Beverages (water, wines and coffee)
  • Tasting of the 3 recipes
  • Private Cooking Class
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    Genoa
    Italy

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    What To Expect

    Your experience will take place in a carefully selected local home in Genoa, or the surrounding area (you can decide how far you'd like to travel). We cannot share the address of our host for privacy reason. Upon booking, you will receive all the details you'll need.

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Genoa?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-68460P286

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    What's Included

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    • Beverages (water, wines and coffee)
    • Tasting of the 3 recipes
    • Private Cooking Class
    • Local taxes

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby

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