Heraklion Private Cretan Cooking Class at a Traditional Village

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Heraklion, Greece

Heraklion Private Cretan Cooking Class at a Traditional Village

Learning valuable trips and tricks about Greek cooking

Fresh herbs, olive oil and love are the key ingredients to Greek gastronomy

Traditional 'gemista' (stuffed oven-cooked vegetables)

From $241.67

Price varies by group size

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Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn more

Safety measures

4 hours (approx.)

Hotel pickup offered

Mobile ticket

Offered in: English

Good for avoiding crowds

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Overview

Immerse yourself in Crete’s delectable, rustic cuisine—and leave the bustle of the city behind—when you sign up for this private, hands-on cooking class. Pick a time that works best for you, and meet your driver directly at your Heraklion hotel which then takes you to the village where you meet your guide. It’s a quick drive into the hills, where you’ll cook amidst the Mediterranean scenery. With your guide’s instruction, learn to prepare a number of traditional dishes, from dolmadakia (stuffed grape leaves) to lamb with artichokes. Then, sit down to enjoy your multi-course meal, complete with wine.

Learn about Crete’s culinary history with this immersive cooking class
A private class guarantees one-on-one instruction and guidance
Prepare a number of traditional dishes in a beautiful, peaceful setting
Enjoy a multi-course, homemade meal at the end of class, plus wine

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From $241.67

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Sample Menu

Starter

Tzatziki

A yogurt, garlic and cucumber dip seasoned with herbs and vinegar

Dakos

Cretan rusks topped with tomato sauce and feta cheese

Dolmadakia

Vine leaves stuffed with rice and herbs mixture

Main

Gemista

Stuffed, oven-baked vegetables

Pork with Wine sauce or Lamb with green beans

Traditional Cretan dishes that include meat, vegetables, and a delicious, thick sauce

Dessert

Sarikopita

A traditional phyllo pastry pie with local cheese and honey, an unconventional, yet traditional, dessert of the region.

What's Included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off if the hotel is located in downtown Heraklion

Transport with modern vehicles

Private hands-on cooking class

Lunch with house wine or other beverages

Services of an excellent english-speaking chef

All taxes and VAT

Any additional orders or purchases

Departure & Return

Departure Point

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Please NoteIf your hotel is located in Heraklion, pick up and drop off are complimentary. There will be an extra charge for hotels/apartments located outside Heraklion.

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
OPERATED BY Greeking.me

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

Learn more about cancellations.

Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

What is the policy on sanitization during Heraklion Private Cretan Cooking Class at a Traditional Village?

A:The policies on sanitization are:

Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

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What is the social distancing policy during Heraklion Private Cretan Cooking Class at a Traditional Village?

A:The policy on social distancing is:

Social distancing enforced throughout experience

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Great experience overall!

Kayleigh_C

, Oct 2021

We enjoyed the experience very much. It was a great way to see more into the Cretan lifestyle and we loved the cooking class. We’d definitely recommend it!

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Response from Host , Oct 2021

Hello Kayleigh_C, We are so glad you thoroughly enjoyed your time with us in Crete! We are so excited that you got to know the Cretan lifestyle and got a few tips regarding the traditional way of cooking along the way. Thank you for your kind review and we hope to see you again soon!

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Great unique tour in a traditional tourist area

Devin_M

, Aug 2021

Amazing experience. Great tour. Lots of fun cooking and eating local food in a beautiful location. Would highly recommend

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Response from Host , Aug 2021

Hi Devin, We are very grateful to receive your feedback and hope that you will reach out again if you visit in the future! On behalf of the whole team, thank you for your kind words :)

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