Back to Basics: Pesto 101

While pesto is often considered to be green, the sauce goes far beyond basil. The word comes from the Italian verb "pestare," or to grind. Using a mortar and pestle, pesto is traditionally made by grinding fresh ingredients with olive oil, garlic, and other complementary seasonings. The result: a rainbow of pesto possibilities. 

In this hands-on class, you will pick from a selection of herbs, and extras. Then, our La Scuola Chef will teach you how to create-your-own custom pesto from scratch, using ingredients right here at Eataly. Take home your and enjoy with your friends and family. In this class guests will:

• Speak about each component of pesto, and learn how to make pesto out of anything!
• Prepare the dish under the guidance of La Scuola’s instructor.
• Enjoy with complementary wine chosen by an Eataly sommelier

Nota Bene: For all cooking classes, cooking surfaces and burners are shared between members of your party. 

Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary restrictions. If we are not notified ahead of time of any special needs, we may not be able to accommodate them. Class duration is approximate and may vary by 10-15 minutes. If you wish to be seated with a guest outside of your original booking party, please email boston.lascuola@eataly.com. All guests planning to consume alcohol must be able to produce valid government-issued identification to prove they are 21 or older.