An Italian excellence appreciated all over the world, the most beloved condiment for out-of-towners, here comes a risto-bar in Milan dedicated entirely to Genoese pesto. From June 5 to 15, 2025, at Corso Garibaldi 89/A, Basil Bar opens, an idea of Pesto Barilla that combines basil, Genoese pesto, art and conviviality.
The Basil Bar concept.
Great on pasta, incredible with burrata and a must in stuffed focaccia, Genoese pesto is a key ingredient in some of the best dishes. The Basil Bar in Milan dedicates about ten days to this ingredient, with creative and culinary activities inside the Casa degli Artisti in the Brera area, right in the heart of the city.
But who said pesto can only be eaten? Pesto Barilla ‘s Basil Bar will let you taste pesto in all its forms, from traditional condiment to secret ingredient in cool summer cocktails. Chef Lorenzo Cogo will head up the culinary delights you can try for lunch, aperitifs and dinner at Basil Bar, for which reservations are always required through the website.
Basil Bar’s culinary master classes.
In addition to sampling intriguing combinations and dishes created with pesto, Basil Bar guests can try their hand at cooking and learning new recipes from experts in the field. With Federico Fusca, Fra Food Love and Emanuele Ferrari, participants will learn how to use Genovese pesto in their recipes, adding a touch of flavor and freshness to simple recipes that they can reintroduce to friends and family. The masterclasses are held twice daily on Saturday, June 7, Sunday, June 8, Friday, June 13, and Saturday, June 14. All culinary workshops are held at the Artists’ House and you must purchase the participation packet, which can be found on the website.
When cooking combines with art
Not just food! At Basil Bar you can immerse yourself in creative activities, thanks to the many workshops organized during those days. From creating custom saucers with ceramics, to calligraphy writing done on natural paper with basil green ink, to a street art class and a punch needle class. An experience that puts basil at the center of attention, transferring its form and color into various creative activities. For these workshops, too, it is necessary to purchase participation on the dedicated website.
The Basil Bar is a truly unique place that features basil and Barilla Genovese pesto. Everything from cocktails, to dishes, to workshops enhance basil and pesto, allowing participants to discover its many uses in the kitchen, but also the plant’s versatility in the art world. In addition, at the Basil Bar you will be able to try their latest innovation: the Barilla Pesto “Basil and Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP. Don’t miss the opportunity to try a basil drink or create your own dish, discover Basil Bar in Milan from June 5 to 15, 2025.