Chania Olive Oil Tasting and Cooking Class

Step into the Soul of Crete — at Our Family’s Historic Estate Welcome to our private Cretan estate where a 15th-century Venetian castle stands as a living monument to Crete’s rich past — not a museum, but a home filled with stories. This isn’t a commercial tour. It’s a heartfelt invitation into our family’s land, heritage and way of life. We welcome you as dear friends, with authentic stories and warm hospitality. We walk through groves of avocado, mango, and olive trees. Beneath our “love tree,” we taste our family’s olive oil, explore ancient myths and traditions and talk about health and healing through nature. Then, high on the terrace with stunning views, we cook kalitsounia together — laughing, tasting and sharing recipes passed down through generations. You’ll meet three Cretan women — Eleanna, Anna and Eleni — each offering her own voice and story. This is no performance. It’s our real life, and we’re honored to share it. Looking for an authentic connection to Crete? You’ll find it here.