Join our Greek cooking class in Athens and learn to make traditional dishes like Moussaka and Spanakopita while enjoying stunning views of the Acropolis. Vegetarian-friendly!
- Melanthiou 4 - Get a taste of authentic Greek cuisine during this 4 -hour cooking class in Athens. Head to a much-loved rooftop patio in the vibrant Monastiraki neighborhood, where you’ll be taught how to prepare and cook classic Greek dishes by an experienced chef. Then, when your work is done, join your fellow food-lovers on the bakery’s roof to enjoy your freshly prepared 3-course dinner with out-of-this-world views of the city and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Acropolis of Athens. Numbers limited to 12 people, ensuring a small-group experience.
The meeting point is at Melanthiou street 4 inside the Artist hotel. The area is called Psirri and it is about 10 minute walk from the nearest metro station at Monastiraki
- Dinner
- Professional chef
- Tour host
- Gratuities (it is not mandatory in Greek culture but it is appreciated if you are satisfied with the service provided).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Drinks
- Spinach pie - Spanakopita is a Greek savory spinach pie. It often also contains cheese, typically feta, and may be called spanakotiropita in that case
- Tzatziki - Tzatziki is a dip or sauce found in Greek cuisine. It is made of strained yogurt mixed with cucumbers, garlic, salt, olive oil and vinegar
- Aegean Salad
- Moussaka - Moussaka is an eggplant- or potato-based dish, often including ground meat, which is common in Egypt, the Balkans and the Middle East.
- Galatopita - Greek Milk Pie, galatopita, is one of the most elegant, easy, and delicious Greek recipes.
Our culinary session will dive into the crafting of classic Greek meals such as Moussaka and Spanakopita pie by unfolding your phyllo pastry (Spinach pie). We’ll also be making two traditional pies: a Spinach pie and Milk pie. Beyond pies, we’ll assemble a Greek island-style salad with cherry tomatoes tinged with aged local vinegar and Greek yogurt tzatziki sauce. Our cooking space is just a short walk from Monastiraki square, in the eclectic Psirri district. I’ll meet you there, on the rooftop terrace offering a view of the Acropolis. We’ll begin by preparing ingredients, having a conversation to ease into the atmosphere and discussing Greek and Mediterranean culinary arts; afterward, I’ll introduce you to the ingredients we’ll be using. Once that’s done, we can dive into the cooking class! After we’re done, we’ll cook, dine, and appreciate the food we’ve made together, all against the beautiful backdrop of the Acropolis monuments and the Parthenon temple illuminated at night, with the bustling heart of Athens and the dome of Aghios Dimitrios church in sight. Unfortunately, we do not offer gluten-free options. However, vegetarians are warmly welcomed!
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not wheelchair accessible
- The meeting point is inside the Artist boutique hotel at Melanthiou 4 street Meeting point (https://goo.gl/maps/MqNE2w5XF6DtyGpr8) at 16:00.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers (2). If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
