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Born and raised in the beautiful city of Ioannina and with a background in traditional cooking passed down from her grandmother and mother, Giota is always ready to share her culinary love with her guests.
Her professional work is associated with food safety, and this commitment seamlessly aligns with her meticulous attention to ingredients, ensuring careful selection and collection for each dish she prepares.
She loves her hometown, as much as its cuisine, so cooking is not a task for Giota - it is a cherished ritual, a way to connect with the rich culinary heritage of her ancestors and create memorable experiences for those she welcomes into her home.
Example Menu
Starter
Grilled Bread with Variety of Olives
From Koroneiki and Thesprotia, to Megaritiki and Throuba, Greece is home to a great abundance of olive tree varieties.
Starter
Galotyri Cheese
A soft, creamy cheese originating from the Epirus region, made from sheep and goat’s milk.
Starter
Flour Pie
A simple yet delicious appetizer, this pie is a trademark of Northwestern Greece’s traditional cuisine.
Starter
Authentic Batsaria
Similar to spinach pie, Batsaria is originally prepared with corn flour instead of phyllo dough.
Main
Baked Giant Beans with Leafy Greens
Together with wheat, beans of all kinds, along with lentils, chickpeas, and split peas, form the very foundation of the Greek diet.
Dessert
Loukoumi Rose
A beloved treat in Greek homes, it’s usually offered to guests as a gesture of hospitality.
Dessert
Greek Milk Pie
Also known as Galatopita, this dessert is created using phyllo pastry and an egg-milk mixture.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will give detailed instructions and photos before arrival.
What to expect
Take part in a 2.5-hour experience, which includes a demonstration of making traditional Greek pie with Giota’s guidance and hands-on instruction. Let your hostess share insights into the dishes being prepared, including their history and cultural significance.
Last but not least, enjoy a rich meal all together under the melodies of Epirotic music, socialize and clink your glasses! That special memory of Greece will stay forever in your heart!
The menu consists of all the dishes that are mentioned and described below.
Also, guests will be served three shots of tsipouro per person.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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