Top Athens Cooking Classes - page 2

Learn all about traditional Greek cuisine—and prepare a delectable, multi-course meal right in your host’s family home—with this intimate, private cooking class. Pick between convenient lunch and dinner slots, and meet your instructor at her home. Over the course of several hours, you’ll learn how to make traditional meze dishes (like taramosalata and spanakopita), a Greek salad, and a hearty main. Later, sit down to your meal with your host, try Greek wine, and enjoy an authentic dessert.

Your host, one of The Greek Kitchen's home cooks, will welcome you to an evening of food and drink, meze style! In a combination of hands-on creativity, demonstrations and tasting you will enjoy a selection of traditional food for sharing over well-paired shots of locally produced liquor and wine. End the experience with a strong shot of Greek Coffee to soak up the alcohol (decaf available) prepared in a traditional hot sand cooker. We are happy to cater for almost all dietary requirements, all of our dishes have are easily adaptable because we don't want anyone to miss out on a great experience.

This experience focuses on the most loved flavors of Greek street food and shows how authentic Greek cooking can be simple, fun and accessible. Instead of a long and complicated class, travelers learn to prepare a small selection of iconic dishes using fresh ingredients and traditional techniques. One of the highlights of the class is learning how to work with handmade phyllo dough, a traditional skill that many visitors find both surprising and exciting. Guests cook in pairs, creating a relaxed and social atmosphere where everyone participates in the cooking process. In a short time, participants prepare a full Greek street-food style meal — from savory dishes like gyros, tzatziki and cheese pies to a traditional saragli dessert made with crispy phyllo and syrup. The experience ends the most Greek way possible: sharing the food we cooked together around the table, enjoying wine, conversation and the warm hospitality of Greek cuisine.

Taste Greek wine in a setting beneath the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Acropolis. In a small group that’s limited to just 15 people, get the lowdown on Greek wine regions and grapes, and hear tales of Dionysus, the Greek god of wine and fertility. Listen to your sommelier guide to learn more as you sip five different wines, accompanied by Greek cheese, olives, and crispbreads.

Discover the rich heritage of Greek spirits with a unique ouzo tasting experience at Athens' oldest distillery, established in 1909. Sample our world-renowned Ouzo Brettos, available in five distinct labels, each showcasing varying strengths and flavors. Certified Sommeliers guide you through the intricacies of this traditional anise-flavored spirit, explaining the nuances of distillation and the significance of each label, from the smooth Blue label at 40% to the robust Black label at 50%. Immerse yourself in the flavors and traditions that make ouzo a cherished part of Greek culture.

This cooking experience in Athens is perfect for travelers looking to explore local Greek food and for anyone interested in learning how to cook authentic Greek cuisine. Enjoy a warm welcome in Antonia’s family home near the Temple of Poseidon in Kato Sounio. Start with a tasting of local Greek delicacies like olives, cheeses, cured meats, and yogurt with honey. Choose between a spanakopita workshop or a traditional Greek cooking class, both hands-on and deeply authentic. Learn to cook from cherished family recipes, with stories and tips passed down through generations. Sit down to savor the dishes you’ve helped prepare, experiencing true Greek hospitality and comfort food.

If there’s one dining experience that sums up Greek food, it’s meze sharing plates. This small-group class, with a minimum of four guests and a maximum of ten, gets you hands-on and cooking, washed down with aniseed-flavored ouzo. You’ll learn at least seven traditional dishes, from tzatziki and filo cheese pies to stuffed peppers and meatballs, then sit down and enjoy them with quality Greek wine and an Acropolis view.

It’s easy to think of Greek food as heavy on meat, seafood, and dairy, but vegans can enjoy real Hellenic fare too. Whether you’re entirely plant-based or just looking to eat less meat, enter the world of vegan gastronomy at this cooking school in the heart of Athens. Think almond feta, moussaka with cashew bechamel, delicious spanakopita (spinach pie), and more, all washed down with water, beer, and white wine.

This isn’t just cooking—it’s a sensory journey that connects you to the heart of Athens through taste, tradition, and genuine connection.

Immerse yourself in authentic Greek coastal flavors with a hands-on seafood cooking experience in the heart of Athens! Choose from a variety of fresh, local seafood and cook like a Greek, guided by an expert. Enjoy unlimited drinks, warm hospitality, and a feast bursting with Mediterranean flavors—all in a cozy, welcoming space that feels just like home!

Learn about Athens' historic beer-making traditions while sampling five Greek craft beers and ales paired with local artisanal cold cuts and cheeses. This beer tasting experience includes a beer cheatsheet so you can take notes throughout the process and guidance from a sommelier to deepen your appreciation of Greek brews.

Ideal for foodies looking for an authentic taste of Athens, this private olive oil tasting opens up a whole new side of Greek culture for you. Taste your way around extra virgin olive oil, a seed oil, and more, with the help of a certified olive oil sommelier to talk you through the different flavors and snack pairings.

Six fabulous Greek wines. Six amazing combinations. Useful masterclass so you can pair wine & food successfully at home. Explained from professional & certified Sommelier.

Understand Athens culture through food on this private meze cooking tour. You will be collected from your hotel, and then taken to where you will learn to cook. Your chef will take you through the ingredients and the basics of Greek cuisine. Then you will prepare three nibbles, or meze, which will take a few hours. After this, you will sit down to a meal where you will dine on what you created.

At the heart of Greek cuisine’s bold flavors lies one secret: great ingredients. Discover the art of shopping during this private cooking class, as your chef leads you around bustling Athens Central Market to pick the freshest, crispest ingredients for your feast. Then prepare the classics that will make dinner parties back home sing—Greek salad, tzatziki, and moussaka or stuffed vegetables—and eat them with an indulgent dessert.

You’ll also gain practical knowledge to create your own unique olive oil and honey combinations—unlocking new ways to enhance your cooking, boost your health, and even benefit your skin.

Delve into the sweet world of Greek honey with a 20-minute tasting experience that introduces you to five exquisite varieties, including the rare carob honey found only in Greece. This fast-paced course provides a comprehensive overview of the history, production, and unique flavors of Greek honey. Savor the distinct tastes and learn how each honey reflects the region's rich flora and traditions.

Discover the secrets of loukoumades—Greek donuts—in a way you couldn’t by just eating them at restaurants on this family-friendly private Athens cooking class. Discover how these popular treats date from the first Olympic Games in 776 BC, and use the original recipes to create classic sweet and savory versions. Then, eat as many as you wish with honey, fruit, or cheeses, accompanied by unlimited beer, wine, and sodas.

Expand your knowledge of Mediterranean gins and enjoy multiple tastings by opting for this guided gin tasting experience in Athens. Learn more about the gin crafting process and hear stories about each gin you try—information you likely wouldn’t find out about if trying the gins in a bar. All alcoholic beverages, bottled water, snacks, and a cheat sheet for notes are included for a seamless experience.

A day on the water and a proper Greek meal usually mean choosing one or the other. Combine them in one booking on this small-group cruise, setting out from Athens for a multi-course lunch cooked on board, with dishes drawn from across Greece and a drink to go with the meal. Between courses, swim or snorkel with the gear provided, or stretch out on deck in the sun.

This private lesson teaches you how to cook authentic Greek food in a unique setting — a local home in Athens. Your host, Katerina, is a private chef with years of experience, and you'll learn how to make two to three traditional Greek dishes. Combine your meal with an introduction to Greek culture and hospitality.

Step into the authentic flavors and traditions of Greek cuisine through a hands-on cooking class in the heart of Athens. This is a private cooking experience where you can choose between the Signature Greek Menu or one of the Special Greek Themed Menus, such as the Aegean Seafood Menu, the Meat Lovers Menu, or the Grandma’s Recipes Menu, inspired by authentic, deeply traditional home cooking. Begin with a visit to the lively Central Food Market, shopping for fresh ingredients like a local and experiencing the rhythm of the city. Continue to a warm, welcoming, sun-filled, spacious setting with a large balcony and urban views on the 8th floor in central Athens, just a short walk from the market, right in the center, yet peacefully above the noise. Guided by a professional chef, you’ll prepare authentic Greek recipes in a space that feels like home, uncover the secrets of Greek cuisine, and finally sit down to enjoy everything you’ve created together.

Greek food is undeniably delicious—so go one step further than a restaurant trip on this private cooking class with a professional chef Marina. Enjoy an authentic home-cooking experience, where you'll learn how to cook traditional cuisine and enjoy a three-course meal with wine. There's also the option to explore a farmers' market together for expert tips on sourcing fresh, seasonal produce.

Evi could be regarded as a Greek local who has been taught the art of cooking and caring from her past generations. She now lives with her family, in a cute house where she spends time preparing her culinary creations. Her passion for cooking, has bloomed since her early youth and she never stopped experimenting in the kitchen. Being a social individual, Evi usually organizes meals or caterings for family friends or her husband’s colleagues.