Authentic Naxos Cooking Class on a Private Family Farm

Naxos, Greece
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 14 travelers

Overview

Step just outside our cooking area and immerse yourself in a sprawling, sun-drenched sanctuary featuring 400 vibrant trees and rich garden beds bursting with life, including fragrant orange and mandarin groves, rare citrons, earthy potatoes, and climbing beans. When you visit us, you will embark on a captivating, hands-on journey through our farm where we will guide you step-by-step through the fresh, seasonal products we harvest and use daily. Beyond simply picking your own ingredients to cook with moments later, you will uncover the rich, fascinating history of how our ancestors utilized these local crops to shape traditional regional dishes and refreshing drinks. Experience firsthand how ancient preservation techniques, local farming wisdom, and sun-ripened produce come together to create the authentic flavors of our heritage, turning a simple meal into a true celebration of the land.

What's included

  • 10 minutes from Naxos town
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Big Parking
  • Lunch
  • Easy Access
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Private transportation

What to expect

• Welcome & Tasting: We start by getting to know each other while enjoying traditional drinks like homemade local raki or ouzo, accompanied by homemade,jams, artisanal local cheeses, spoon sweets and fresh seasonal fruits.

• Hands-on Cooking Class: Jump into the kitchen for an interactive session where you make everything yourself. Using exclusively homegrown and local ingredients, you will prepare iconic Greek dishes such as stuffed vegetables or moussaka, authentic tzatziki, meatballs or zucchini fritters, traditional pies, and tiganites (Greek pancakes) with local honey.

• Farm Tour: While your meal is slowly cooking to perfection, we take you on a guided walk around the farm. The farm consists of 400 trees, including oranges, mandarin, and citron trees, apricot trees, and so on.
Here, you will see firsthand exactly where all the fresh products and raw ingredients are grown and produced. You will delve deep into the rich history, agriculture, and gastronomy of Naxos.

• The Feast: Lastly we gather around the shared table to enjoy the delicious feast you prepared, celebrating like locals!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If you search at google maps with the keyword "Platia Naxos" you will find exactly our meeting point. Come directly to the place "Platia Naxos" as it appears at google maps.

End point

If you search at google maps with the keyword "Platia Naxos" you will find exactly our meeting point. Come directly to the place "Platia Naxos" as it appears at google maps.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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€100.00 per person
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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
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