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- English
- Italian
This is an exclusive, private garden experience—not a commercial restaurant or tourist group.
What sets us apart:
Curated Regional Tasting: As a seasoned traveler across Albania, I personally source rare artisanal cheeses, cured meats, mountain honey, and small-batch jams from small local farmers across the country.
Interactive Kitchen Access: Watch my mother prepare traditional family recipes in our kitchen and learn the secret to stretching authentic byrek dough.
Private Garden Setting: Enjoy unlimited fine Albanian wines and house rakija under our vine-covered patio in a cozy, unhurried atmosphere.
Genuine Family Hospitality: Hosted directly by our family, giving you authentic cultural connections and unforgettable memories.
Example Menu
Starter
Starter & Artisan Tasting Board
Handpicked regional Albanian cheeses, cured meats, wild mountain honey, and artisanal jams collected from local farmers across North and South Albania
Main
Interactive Preparation & Warm Specialty
Freshly baked homemade Byrek (traditional layered pie with spinach, cottage cheese, or meat) or traditional Lakror
Main
Main Course
Slow-cooked regional lamb or veal, prepared in traditional clay dishes with seasonal garden.(vegan options available upon request).
Dessert
Dessert & Coffee
Traditional homemade Albanian dessert accompanied by rich Turkish coffee or mountain tea.
Starter
Wine & Spirits Pairing
Unlimited pours of local Albanian red/white wine, small-batch house rakija tasting, and fresh beverages throughout the evening.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We offer hotel / Airbnb pickup in central Tirana and surrounding areas.
Please provide your exact address when booking.
For airport pickups or meetings outside central Tirana, please contact me directly.
We offer door-to-door pickup from your hotel or Airbnb in Tirana. Please provide your exact address when booking. For airport pickups: I will wait in the arrivals area with a sign "Albania by Eden". For city tours: I can pick you up from your accommodation or we can meet at a convenient point.
What to expect
During this 2.5–3 hour experience, you will:
Step into the Kitchen: Watch traditional family recipes come to life and learn the secret techniques behind stretch-thin dough for authentic byrek.
Artisan Tasting: Enjoy a curated board of rare regional cheeses, cured meats, and artisanal jams hand-selected from local farmers across Albania.
Family Feast: Savor a multi-course, home-cooked feast prepared by my mother using fresh, regional ingredients
Fine Wine & Raki: Enjoy unlimited pairings of fine local Albanian wines and small-batch house rakia.
Garden Ambiance & Stories: Relax on our vine-shaded patio while enjoying authentic Albanian hospitality, music, and local culture.
This is a private, boutique experience designed for travelers seeking true cultural connection and exceptional local flavors. You will leave with unforgettable memories, full stomachs, and new friends in Albania!
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- 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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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