Athens: Evening Meze Class with Wine and Spirits

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Your host, one of The Greek Kitchen's home cooks, will welcome you to an evening of food and drink, meze style!

In a combination of hands-on creativity, demonstrations and tasting you will enjoy a selection of traditional food for sharing over well-paired shots of locally produced liquor and wine.

End the experience with a strong shot of Greek Coffee to soak up the alcohol (decaf available) prepared in a traditional hot sand cooker.

We are happy to cater for almost all dietary requirements, all of our dishes have are easily adaptable because we don't want anyone to miss out on a great experience.

Example Menu

Main

Dakos

Crispy, oil-soaked Cretan rusk topped with tomato, herbs and creamy, crumbly Mizithra cheese

Main

Keftedakia

Succulent beef meatballs, meat alternative available on request

Main

Tzatziki

Thick Greek yoghurt, fresh cucumber and as much garlic as you can handle

Main

Kolokethokeftedes

Try saying that after a glass of ouzo! Something that pairs very well with these zucchini and feta fritters

Main

Feta Cheese

Served drizzled with olive oil and oregano

Dessert

Greek Coffee

Prepared in a traditional sand cooker served with spoon-sweets on creamy Greek yoghurt and loukoumia

What's Included

Savor the flavors of Greece with a hands-on cooking class
Discover the secrets of Greek cuisine with a friendly local cook
Enjoy a glass of locally produced wine and a selection of spirits
Take home recipes of the dishes you’ve made to recreate at home
Learn to make traditional meze dishes with fresh, local ingredients
Hotel pick up and drop off
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The entrance is tucked in back from the road next to a suitcase shop. You will see the sign for The Greek Kitchen above the entrance to the building. Head in and go up the 2 short flights of stairs where you will see the classrooms.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Experience the warmth of Greek hospitality with a meze cooking class in Athens. Learn to prepare traditional dishes, savor local flavors, and enjoy an evening of eating, drinking, and storytelling.

Begin by meeting your local hosts, who will guide you through the preparation of classic Greek meze dishes. Learn to make dakos, crispy Cretan rusk topped with tomato, herbs, and creamy Mizithra cheese. Prepare succulent beef meatballs, thick Greek yogurt tzatziki, and zucchini and feta fritters.

As you cook, enjoy fresh bread and olives, and sip on locally produced red or white wine. Pair your meal with a selection of locally produced spirits, and finish with traditional Greek coffee, prepared in a sand cooker, served with spoon-sweets on creamy Greek yogurt and loukoumia.

Throughout the evening, hear stories about Greek culture and traditions, and take home recipes of the dishes you've made.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • The Greek Kitchen is located up 2 short flights of stairs
  • Not recommended for anyone under age 16
Supplied by The Greek Kitchen

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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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