Cretan Cooking Class: A Culinary Journey with a Professional Chef

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

What sets this cooking class apart is its focus on authenticity. You'll dive into the heart of Cretan food culture, crafting dishes that have been passed down through generations. Using ingredients sourced locally from the rich lands of Crete, you'll create mouthwatering delicacies that capture the true essence of the region's culinary heritage. It's not just a meal; it's a hands-on experience in the art of traditional Cretan cooking.

But it doesn't stop there. Before you even start cooking, you’ll embark on a unique adventure – foraging for ingredients. Together, you'll explore the local surroundings, gathering fresh, seasonal produce that paints the vibrant canvas of your meal. The connection between the land, the ingredients, and the final dish is an experience that transcends typical cooking classes, offering you a profound understanding of the farm-to-table journey.

Example Menu

Starter

Barley rusk

Extra virgin olive oil, Cretan graviera cheese

Main

Chicken or lamb giouvetsi

Main

Spinach & cheese pies

Main

Cretan dakos

Main

Spinach & cheese pies

Dessert

Orange pie

What's Included

All the ingredients are fresh and local
Learn about Cretan food culture
Hands-on cooking class
The host is a professional chef

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

⚠️THIS IS NOT THE COMPLETE ADDRESS. THE FULL ADDRESS WILL BE ON YOUR CONFIRMATION VOUCHER UNDER THE "BEFORE YOU GO" SECTION.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Welcome to this cooking class where you will learn about Cretan food culture, preparing local dishes based on local ingredients that's collected from our region. In addition, we taste extra virgin olive oils and recognize the positive and negative quality characteristics.

*Please note that the minimum number of guests required for this event is 6.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Guests need to communicate if they have any food restrictions (allergy, special diet, etc.)
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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