Tastes of Crete cooking class
Delve into the world of Cretan cuisine with a traditional cooking class in a 17th century farmhouse. After visiting a local market, learn how to create a selection of authentic dishes before enjoying your creations for lunch.
Area
Crete
Type
Food & Drink
Grade
Standard
Who
Adults
Difficulty
Leisurely
Duration
Half Day
Tastes of Crete is a hands-on journey through Crete’s culinary traditions designed for food lovers and cooking enthusiasts. An insight into regional cuisine, a key element of the island’s culture, this creative activity highlights the simple, seasonal foods of Crete. Friendly and informal, it features a visit to the lively local market, with a tasting of local cheese and olives, followed by hands-on instruction hosted at an authentic venue in the outskirts of Chania – the cooking part is organized at a local olive oil estate, a winery or a rural retreat, the exact location is depending on number of participants and weather. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, guests discover how to prepare a number of traditional Cretan dishes under the directions of a local cook. The experience culminates at the table, where together, drinking Cretan wine, you will enjoy the food and the company
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