Cretan Delights - Wine, Olive Oil & Cooking Workshop from Chania

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Duration
6 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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English
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Discover Cretan culinary secrets in Chania. Enjoy olive oil, wine tastings, and a cooking class. Visit heritage sites and savor your creations with stunning mountainous views.

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

Experience Details

Embark on a gastronomic odyssey in the heart of Chania, Crete, where you’ll experience the essence of Cretan culinary delights. Start your day at a local olive mill, where you’ll witness the traditional process of crafting olive oil and savor the rich flavors through a tasting. Next, visit a serene winery off the beaten path, where you’ll explore the winemaking process from vineyard to barrel, followed by a delightful wine tasting featuring unique Cretan varietals. The journey continues with a hands-on cooking class, where you’ll learn authentic Greek and Cretan recipes, deepening your connection to the local culture. As a cultural bonus, visit a family house adorned with themed rooms, offering insights into the region’s heritage. The day culminates with a feast of your creations, paired with stunning views where the sea meets the mountains. This immersive experience promises a symphony of tastes, sights, and culture, leaving an unforgettable mark on your senses and memories.

What You Get

Bottled water per person
English speaking, local driver/guide and wine specialist
Traditional Cretan lunch
Gratuities
Additional food and drinks

Good To Know

  • The company reserves the right to make minor changes in the program when this is considered necessary, for example in case of unfavorable weather conditions. This can be done without prior notice.
  • Reservations must be made 24 hours before the tour. A cancellation must be done 48 hours before the tour. In case of later cancellations, no refund will be made from the company.
  • If a tour is cancelled due to few participants or bad weather conditions, the company will refund 100% of made payments
  • Wine tasting is not allowed for children under 18 years old. Water or fresh orange juice will be offered instead.
  • Please check the pick up areas before you book this tour.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

What You’ll Experience

1

Winery Dourakis

You will taste wine varieties like “Vidiano”, “Vilana”, “Malvasia” and “Kotsifali”.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included
2

Tsivaras

Begin your day at a local olive mill, where the air is infused with the intoxicating aroma of olive oil production. Witness the age-old process of crafting this liquid gold, and engage your palate in a tasting that unveils the nuances of Cretan olives.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
3

Melidoni

The pinnacle of the day unfolds in a 100% hands-on cooking class, where you’ll be guided through the preparation of authentic Greek and Cretan recipes. This immersive experience not only hones your culinary skills but also deepens your connection to the local culture through its flavors. As an added cultural bonus, explore a family house adorned with themed rooms, offering a captivating journey through time and providing insights into the region’s rich heritage.
4 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

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Pickup Details
This tour includes pick-up from the clients’ hotel lobby (Chania city accommodation).

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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What People Are Saying
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Top tour in crete
July 13, 2025
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We had the best time on our tour - the family were so friendly we felt like part of the family. Highly recommend! Top thing to do in crete.

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The highlight of our trip
July 12, 2025
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An amazing unique experience!! The hosts were extremely welcoming. This is not only a cooking class, but also very informative and interesting. We learnt so much about crete and olive oil and the h...read more

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Great experience - 10/10
July 12, 2025
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The people, history and food were amazing, can't rate them higher - huge fan and would recommend it to everyone - had an amazing group and Alex was fantastic

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Cretan Cooking Class
July 01, 2025
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The place we cooked at with Poppi was amazing! She was funny and so sweet. We loved how they cooked farm to table. They broke up the experience by learning and seeing where the food we were cooking...read more

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Cretan cooking
June 24, 2025
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Spent the day in Crete learning to cook traditional Greek dishes in the most breathtaking setting imaginable. 🇬🇷 From the stunning mountain views to the rich local history, every moment was unfor...read more

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