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Experience an authentic Genoese aperitivo inside a small local food shop in one of the most characteristic streets of Genoa’s historic center.
Taste two distinctive Ligurian white wines: Vermentino from eastern Liguria and Pigato from the western Riviera, paired with Genoese focaccia, fresh pesto, and Taggiasca olives.
Unlike a formal wine class, this is a relaxed and convivial experience designed for everyone, including guests with no previous wine knowledge. Discover the stories behind Ligurian flavors and the small local producers represented in the shop.
Groups are limited to six guests, creating a friendly and personal atmosphere just steps from Christopher Columbus’ House, Porta Soprana, and Piazza Sarzano.
Example Menu
Starter
Genoese Focaccia, Pesto and Taggiasca Olives
Traditional Genoese focaccia served with fresh Genoese pesto and Taggiasca olives.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at BioTigullio5Terre, Via di Ravecca 51r, in Genoa’s historic center. Look for the BioTigullio5Terre shop sign and the window displaying Ligurian food and wine products. The shop is about 80 meters from Christopher Columbus’ House and Porta Soprana, and 50 meters from Piazza Sarzano.
What to expect
Begin your aperitivo with a glass of Vermentino from eastern Liguria, followed by a glass of Pigato from the western Ligurian Riviera. Discover the differences between these two local white wines through a simple and engaging introduction suitable even for guests with no previous wine knowledge.
The wines are paired with a generous serving of traditional Genoese focaccia, fresh Genoese pesto, and Taggiasca olives. During the experience, hear informal stories about Ligurian food traditions and the small local producers represented in the shop.
This is a relaxed and convivial aperitivo rather than a formal wine class. Enjoy the flavors, ask questions, and experience a genuine taste of Liguria in a small-group setting.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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