Cooking class at the Shepherd's Shelter in Rethymno

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5 hours
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2 - 12 guests
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Discover Crete's culinary secrets in a farm-to-table cooking class at Shepherd's Shelter. Make cheese, enjoy garden-fresh meals, and savor local wine while learning about traditional Cretan ways.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Experience the authentic taste of Crete with our immersive farm-to-table cooking classes! Located on a beautiful farm in the scenic Psiloreiths mount of Crete, our classes teach you how to make cheese from sheep's milk and prepare a delectable Cretan meal using fresh, organic vegetables sourced directly from our garden or the nearby farms of our neighbors in the area. During our classes, you'll enjoy guided tours of the farm, engaging discussions about the nutritional value of Cretan products, and tastings of local wine and raki. Discover the secrets of traditional Cretan cuisine and learn about the life of a shepherd in Crete.

Please inform us for any allergies or vegan/vegeterian choices.

More days available upon request.

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What You Get

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Meet locals
Alcoholic beverages
Taste local wine and spirit

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  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Unleash your inner cretan chef! Discover, every weekend, the true taste of Crete with our immersive farm-to-table cooking classes! Join us on a beautiful farm in Crete's Psiloreiths mount, where you'll learn how to make cheese from sheep's milk and prepare a delicious Cretan meal from scratch. We'll provide fresh, organic vegetables for our menu, sourced from local farms. Our classes include guided tours of the farm, discussions about the nutritional value of Cretan products, and tasting local wine and raki. Immerse yourself in traditional Cretan cuisine and learn about the life of a shepherd in Crete. Sign up for our Cretan cooking class today and experience the magic of authentic Cretan food! Note 1: More days available upon request. Note 2: Price varies with the number of people.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

The Shepherds Shelter, Unnamed Road, Rethimno, Greece, GR, 740 51

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The shepherd will wait there next to the stonebuilt building to welcome you.
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This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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