About this Tour

Discover the heart of Cretan cuisine with a warm, hands-on cooking class in a traditional village home near Rethymno. Hosted by Chrysoula, a passionate local cook, this immersive experience brings you into the kitchen of a true Cretan family.
Start your journey with Greek coffee, herbal tea, homemade lemonade, and small bites like ladokouloura and loukoumakia. Then, roll up your sleeves and learn to make authentic Cretan dishes using fresh ingredients from Chrysoula’s family farm or local markets.
Cook starters such as dakos (Cretan barley salad), tzatziki, and Greek salad. Prepare main dishes like gemista (stuffed vegetables and vine leaves) and moussaka, all baked in a traditional wood oven. Finish with homemade desserts like tyropitakia (cheese pies), seasonal fruit, and ice cream drizzled with local honey.
Enjoy your creations paired with local wine and raki, and share stories, laughter, and tips with your host. By the end of the class, you’ll leave not only with new cooking skills but also with a deeper appreciation of Cretan culinary traditions and a feeling of being part of the extended Cretan family.
Perfect for food lovers, culture seekers, and anyone wanting a genuine hands-on experience in Crete. Vegetarian and allergy-friendly options are available.

Highlights

  • Hands-on cooking class in a traditional Cretan home
  • Learn to cook starters, mains, and desserts in a wood-fired oven
  • Use fresh ingredients from a local farm and markets
  • Taste your creations with local wine and raki
  • Take home authentic Cretan cooking knowledge

What's Included

check Full cooking lesson with local host
check Starter, main dish, and dessert
check Local wine and raki
check Fresh homemade breads and treats (ladokouloura, loukoumakia)
check Tea and Greek coffee
check All ingredients and cooking equipment

Important Information

Friendly, immersive experience with a local host

Vegetarian and allergy-friendly options available

Minimum participation for the tour to take place : 2 people