Top Kalamata Food & Drink

Taste your way through a selected route in Kalamata. During this 3 hours tour, we will visit the most charming side of Kalamata while popping in and out of selected family shops learning about tastes and traditions of our city. Our local guides are excellent storytellers and they will transport you through time and the history of food. Small samples of regional traditional food and light lunch are included in our tour while you explore non-touristic parts of Kalamata. Spend 3 hours collecting memories and experiences! This tour is provided in English and French (upon request).

Kalamata is known across the globe for its local olives, but it takes an insider to know where to sample the best extra-virgin olive oil. With this olive oil tour and tasting, visit a local olive farm for a stroll through the olive trees to learn about the different kinds of olives and their cultivation. Depending on the season, visit an olive oil mill to see how the oil is extracted and bottled, plus a guided olive oil tasting.

Join a day on the Messinian Bay aboard a shared catamaran. Swim, relax, and enjoy a carefully prepared on-board menu while exploring hidden coves and turquoise waters. This option lets you sail alongside other travelers - whether you're on your own, with friends, or as a couple - for a fun and memorable day at sea in easy, convivial company.

Dive into a gastronomic local experience where traditional Greek local food is in focus. Accompanied by a local guide, you will visit selected food shops, meet and speak with local shop owners. You will have the chance to taste Kalamata olives and olive oil, cheese, traditional succulent pork and vegetables, fruits, pastry products and pies, while learning about the Greek food culture, myths and stories and deepening your knowledge about Greece. You will find out about culinary and cultural traditions from the Ancient Greek times till today. Enjoy a personalised experience on this small group food tour and take home with you, memories that will last forever! The tour is provided in French as well, upon request.

Drink in the beautiful sights and seas of the Kalamata Riviera from a "state-of-the-art" speed boat on this half-day, small-group cruise. While an experienced skipper does the work, relaxes, and revels in the sunshine and scenery. Step aboard your luxurious craft, sip a welcome drink and enjoy the warm breezes as you sail along the picturesque coastline. Enjoy stops to swim or snorkel, stay refreshed with unlimited complimentary drinks, and savor delicious local delicacies, including famous Kalamata olives, and local cheese "talagani", served by the crew. Choose a morning or sunset cruise when you book. Relax and enjoy the sights, sunshine, and sea breeze as you sail along coastlines. Choose a morning cruise or a sunset cruise and Relax.

You can have a choice of Greek appetizers, Mediterranean cuisine, or traditional or modern Greek cuisine. Cooking Class You have the option of participating in the food preparation, in the form of a cooking class, guided and assisted by the chef. You might even learn how to make pasta from scratch! The chef uses the freshest of ingredients from all over Messinia, converting them into one of the best Mediterranean culinary experiences. He will prepare a surprise menu just for you, tailored to your individual dietary preferences! Private Dining The meal consists of appetizer, main and dessert, true to the Mediterranean tradition, and is paired with amazing Messinian wines. You’ll enjoy private dining with friends and family at its finest! A memorable, private and personalized experience exclusively for you and your beloved ones, because, once booked for the day no other guests are added in the experience!

The Olive oil tour and tasting experience is the outcome of a local couple for olive oil, nature and the land of Messinia. Their dreams found a home in a small village in Messinia, in their olive grove and the flavour of extra virgin olive oil! You will enjoy an interactive olive oil tasting workshop by an olive oil lover! The tasting session includes 3 different varieties of extra virgin olive oil, focusing on sensory tasting, defects and positive traits! A local breakfast and a delicious light lunch will enrich your unique experience!

Explore the stunning Messinian Bay aboard a private catamaran, where each moment is crafted for comfort and enjoyment. Whether it's a full day of sun-soaked swimming in crystal-clear waters or a tranquil sunset cruise as the sky paints itself in hues of gold, every adventure is designed to create lasting memories. Enjoy a delicious onboard menu featuring local delicacies, with unlimited soft drinks, beer or wine , all while soaking in the serene beauty of Greece's coastline.

Whether you are vegan or vegetarian, let’s take a deep dive into Messinian vegetarian cuisine as we stroll through the market and the city alleys and meet the people behind the local flavors! It is an exciting journey that respects nature without compromising on indulgence! From the warm scent of traditional bakery in the morning to a creative local vegetarian lunch or dinner featuring premium local ingredients, this food tour experience is all about spoiling your senses. Together, we will enjoy a smooth walking experience and we will wander into the vibrant historical centre where we will discover in the quiet backstreets, family – run small shops who showcase the rich heritage of Greek Gastronomy and Cuisine from homemade koulourakia and paximadia and extra virgin olive oil, to traditional "glyka tou koutaliou! Αn experience that proves local cuisine is at its most exciting when it’s "green" and full of Authentic Flavors for Vegetarians & Vegans!

You will have the opportunity to discover a small family-owned business, explore an authentic olive oil bottling facility from the inside, and learn the art of olive oil tasting from a specialized agronomist. The experience takes place in a welcoming space located in the beautiful Historic Center of Kalamata. The venue is fully accessible, featuring a specially designed entrance and accessible restroom facilities for guests with disabilities. There is also a small gift shop where you can purchase wonderful Greek products before you leave.

Where Our adventure unfolds in the breathtaking region of Messinia region, located in the southwestern part of the Peloponnese peninsula. Starting from the vibrant coastal city of Kalamata, we will drive through endless olive groves, rolling green hills, and dramatic coastlines. Our journey takes us from the awe-inspiring Ancient Messene archaeological site nestled in the valleys straight to the historic shores of the Ionian Sea, where the majestic Methoni Castle stands. It is a stunning, sun-drenched corner of Greece where dramatic history seamlessly meets exotic, crystal-clear waters! When From June to September. Greek official holidays are excluded. A memorable, private and personalized experience exclusively for you and your beloved ones, because, once booked for the day no other guests are added in the experience!

Messinia Luxury Yacht Cruises: Experience the most incredible and unforgettable way to explore destinations of South Peloponnese. Enjoy all inclusive half or full day trips with a brand new 2024 “state of the art” speed boat. Be the first one to cruise the Messinian coastline and visit the unexplored hidden islands always with style and grace. Cruise in sophisticated chic style on board a modern walk-around layout.