Cretan Cooking Class and Olive Oil Tasting

Lets make some Cretan pastries! #Kalitsounia

Let's learn how to make Cretan Dolmadakia (stuffed grape leaves)!

Me, with my two other half's: grandma Urania and mama
Stella!

Our chef will be my mum, mama Stela! She is looking forward to share with you all the secret of the Cretan Cuisine!

Just a very small taste of what you'll cook!

If you are lucky enough you will see & "talk" with my adorable
grandma!

Stuffed zucchini flowers! #happy moments!

Cretan Cooking Class and Olive Oil Tasting

From Farm to Table Experience! One part of our garden in front of our outdoor cooking spot!

Relaxing and calming during our cooking experience!

Duration4h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGreek, English

Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Step into the heart of a sustainable Cretan olive farm run by a mother-and-daughter duo. Cook hands-on in an outdoor kitchen, learn traditional cooking secrets & sourch fresh ingredients straight from our garden.
One of the highlight of our cooking experience is that as a working olive farm, we include a guided olive oil tasting as we feel it is important to share with you how to recognize a real extra virgin olive oil or how acidity, harvesting, and pressing affect quality and much more details. You'll also watch a short behind-the-scenes video showing how we harvest our olive trees —a true look into our family tradition.
This tour is perfect for travelers who want to understand not only what Cretans cook — but how and why! Our aim is not just to teach you cooking techniques but to invite you into our family and way of living!
We also take pride in customizing our cooking classes to accommodate your preferences and needs, whether it's a significant allergy or a vegetarian lifestyle.

What's included

Handmade refreshments e.g. mama Stella's lemonade
Warm family hospitality
Recipes to take home (send to you via email)
Full meal after the class
Leftovers will be packed and you can take them with you
Local wine to accompany your meal
Video of our olive harvest- see behing the scenes
Premium Olive Oil Tasting
All the cooking ingredients

Private transportation

What to expect

Our Cretan cooking class is a 100% hands-on experience, perfect for those eager to explore and indulge in the flavors of Cretan gastronomy. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced cook, what truly matters is your open heart and eagerness to embrace the warmth of Cretan culture, becoming a cherished part of our family along the way!"

Mama Stella, my wonderful mum, loves to share her culinary knowledge and techniques with you! We will cook a 3-course meal, by providing all you need, from aprons to fresh, farm-sourced ingredients ensuring a 100% hands-on cooking experience!Local homemade refreshments and water will also be provided. After your cooking adventure, you'll enjoy your creations with some Cretan wine. Leftovers are carefully packed for you to take along.

Moreover, as an olive-growing family,we guide you through an educational olive oil tasting.You will learn how to recognize authentic extra virgin,how to detect aromas, flavors, and bitterness, how to identify defects in lower-quality oils,tips for choosing olive oil when you shop.

This tour is perfect for travelers who want to understand not only what Cretans cook — but how and why!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Just keep an eye out for our sign: Cretan Vibes Farm on National Road E97. If the GPS instructs you to turn towards the Panagia Kaliviany Monastery, please avoid turning there. Instead, continue straight on the main road, and you'll spot our signs.Please use ONLY Google Maps

End point

Just keep an eye out for our sign: Cretan Vibes Farm on National Road E97. If the GPS instructs you to turn towards the Panagia Kaliviany Monastery, please avoid turning there. Instead, continue straight on the main road, and you'll spot our signs.Please use ONLY Google Maps

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Cancellation policy

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

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