Cretan Cooking Class and Meal at our Family Olive Farm-DIY

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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
4 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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Language
English, Greek
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Experience authentic Cretan cooking at our family olive farm. Learn traditional recipes and immerse yourself in Cretan culture. Enjoy a memorable meal, love, laughter, and heart-felt hospitality.

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

Experience Details

Embark on a culinary journey designed for those yearning to discover 'The Simple Cretan Life.' This experience is crafted for souls genuinely open to immersing themselves in the heart of Cretan gastronomy, where every dish is a dance of tradition and flavor, going beyond the ordinary Greek recipes.


Teaming up with my mother, we're here to passing down not just recipes but a legacy of love for simple, tasty, and nourishing Cretan food cultivated over more than three generations.


Our aim is not just to teach you cooking techniques but to invite you into our family. In the warmth of our kitchen, where laughter and love are our secret ingredients, you'll not only savor the flavors but feel the heartbeat of Cretan culture. Food, to us, is a celebration—a symphony of scents, tastes, and shared moments.


Last but not least, we take pride in customizing our cooking classes to accommodate your preferences and needs, whether it's a significant allergy or a vegetarian lifestyle.



Sample Menu

STARTER
Cretan Dakos
Rusk with fresh tomato sauce, fresh Cretan cheese-mizithra (making from my grandma), organic oregano and our extra virgin olive oil!
STARTER
Cretan Dolmadakia (Stuffed grape leaves)
STARTER
Stuffed Zucchini flowers
It is the ultimate Cretan dish!
STARTER
Graviera Saganaki
One of the most delicious Cretan kind of cheese that we fry it in our family's extra virgin olive oil!
MAIN
Vegetarian/ Vegan Giaxni
Fresh local green beans with potatoes, zucchini, fresh tomato sauce & Ksinoxondros (a Cretan delicious product making from my grandma)
MAIN
Lamb with artichokes, potatoes, fennel & fresh tomato sauce!
MAIN
Augolemono
Pork or chicken (free range) with leek or lettuce , fresh onions , potatoes. dill, eggs and fresh lemon juice!
MAIN
Cretan Stifado
A delicious spring or autumn Cretan dish. You can cook it either with chicken, rabbit or even snails! How open are u in it ?
MAIN
Lamb with Stamnagathi
DESSERT
Sarikopites or Kalitsounia
Our local dessert! Dough with stuffed with fresh Cretan cheese (making from my grandma). Fry it in our family's extra virgin olive oil.

What You Get

All Fees and Taxes
Alcoholic beverages
You will enjoy your creations with a glass of local wine!
Bottled water
Private transportation

Good To Know

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

What You’ll Experience

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 4-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, revel in the joy of your creations accompanied by local Cretan wine. Leftovers are carefully packed for you to take along. Immerse yourself in this unique, 4-hour experience at our sustainable olive oil farm. Cooking unfolds in an outdoor space beneath a beautiful wooden roof, surrounded by olive trees on one side and a lush garden on the other. Engage your senses—smell, taste, and feel our culture through a one-of-a-kind cooking adventure. Join us, cook with passion, and savor the moments!"

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Cretan Vibes, Ηράκλειο, Greece, GR, 704 00

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Finding us is quite straightforward. Just keep an eye out for our sign: Cretan Vibes Farm on National Road 97. 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.
End Point

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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