Greek Small-Group Athens Cooking Class & Dinner
Recommended by 97% of travelers
Athens, Greece
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
There’s no better souvenir to bring back from your Athens vacation than the gift of Greek cuisine. Get to grips with seasonally changing classics like tzatziki, roast lamb, stuffed vine leaves, and flaky spinach pie on this half-day cooking course in a central Athens taverna. Once you’re done, sit down and savor the fruits of your labor, accompanied with a glass of wine, beer, or soft drink—and Acropolis views.
- Greek cooking class at an enchanting taverna in Athens city center
- Hone your cooking skills under the watchful eye of a local chef
- Prepare authentic Greek starters, salad, main course, and dessert
- Sit down and relax as you enjoy your Greek feast in the taverna
Why Travelers Choose This Tour
This cooking workshop includes a copy of the recipe, so you can recreate your favorite dish.
Sample Menu
Starter
Horiatiki
Greek Salad
Starter
Spanakotiropita
Cheese-spinach pie
Starter
Dolmadakia (gialantzi)* with vine leaves
Starter
Tzatziki Dip
Main
Roasted lamb with potatoes
Dessert
Yogurt dessert
What's Included
- Cooking instructor
- Dinner (starters, main course and dessert)
- One glass of wine or one beer (or soft drink)
- A complimentary copy of the recipes cooked
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off service
- Drinks (you may order extra drinks which you will have to pay for afterwards)
- Gratuities (gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of service cost)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Apostolou Pavlou 27, Athina 118 51, Greece
You will meet your cooking instructor at Hill Athens Restaurant, 27 Apostolou Pavlou str. Apostolou Pavlou street starts from Thissio metro station, with direction towards the Acropolis.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.4:00 pm
What To Expect
Taste the local flavors of Greece during this half-day small-group cooking class in Athens.
Your cooking class is run by an experienced and passionate instructor who demonstrates traditional family Greek cooking.
Under the instructor’s watchful eye, prepare an authentic Greek feast. Menus vary seasonally and according to what’s good in the market, but you’ll typically prepare several starters, a main dish, a salad, and dessert.
Then sit down with fellow food-lovers to enjoy your 3-course dinner, washed down with a glass of wine, beer, or soda, as you look across to the Acropolis. Extra drinks are available to purchase from the restaurant should you wish.
Your cooking class is run by an experienced and passionate instructor who demonstrates traditional family Greek cooking.
Under the instructor’s watchful eye, prepare an authentic Greek feast. Menus vary seasonally and according to what’s good in the market, but you’ll typically prepare several starters, a main dish, a salad, and dessert.
Then sit down with fellow food-lovers to enjoy your 3-course dinner, washed down with a glass of wine, beer, or soda, as you look across to the Acropolis. Extra drinks are available to purchase from the restaurant should you wish.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Not recommended for children aged 9 and under; children should always be supervised by an adult
- Near public transportation
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Paula_W
Stella was an amazing cook and host. She was positive, informative and personable. Highly recommend you take this class if in Greece. The sit down dinner afterwards was great!
Reviews
4.9
based on 577 reviews
LindaMeier, Mar 2026
The instructor was friendly and made it fun. We prepared 4 dishes and it turned out great. She explained the recipes and how it has been prepared over the years.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi Linda, thank you for the glowing review!
We are so glad you had such a fun time in the kitchen. There is something so special about not just eating Greek food, but learning the "how" and the "why" behind the recipes that have been passed down through generations. We’re pleased that all four dishes turned out great, you'll have to recreate them for your friends back home!
Warmly,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Craig_W, Mar 2026
A great informative cooking class making all our favorites!
We cannot believe we could now cook and the class did further empower our cooking skills and food prep!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi Craig,
Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the cooking class and had fun preparing some Greek favorites. It’s a joy to hear the experience helped build your confidence in the kitchen — that’s exactly what we hope for.
We hope you’ll keep bringing a taste of Greece to your table!
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Jeffrey_C, Mar 2026
Lucy was a great host for our class! We had a fantastic time and really felt that the cooking experience goes way past just following a recipe. Great location as well - awesome view of the Acropolis while prepping the meal and eating it!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi Jeffrey,
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you had such a great time with Lucy. Our goal is to make the cooking experience feel much more than just following recipes, so it’s lovely to hear that came through. And of course, cooking and dining with a view of the Acropolis makes it even more special!
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
David_K, Feb 2026
Very informative and fun!! We learned some great techniques that we will use at home. The view was pretty nice as well!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you, David! Sounds like a perfect recipe 😃 great food, new skills to take home, and a view that doesn’t hurt either. We’re so glad the class was both fun and useful — that’s exactly what we hope guests leave with (along with very full bellies).
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Randi_M, Jan 2026
Small group greek cooking lesson was fun and delicious. We were in an upstairs restaurant at the foot of the Parthenon had some wine and made a meal. Our instructor was great and had stories to tell. She spoke English so that was great too.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you, Randi! What a delight to hear you enjoyed the cooking class and the chance to create a meal with a view of the Parthenon—it’s such a special setting. It’s great that the stories and guidance of our instructor added to the experience and made everything feel fun and accessible. We’re so glad it left a delicious memory, that's our goal afterall!
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
jennifer_a, Oct 2025
It was great. Very fun and delicious. We learned a lot about Greece and cooking. Without a doubt a highlight of our trip.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
So glad to hear you had such a tasty and fun experience! It’s a reward for us that the class gave you a real flavor of Greece, both on the plate and in the stories behind it.
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Steven_C, Oct 2025
The class led by Chef Niki was excellent. Everything explained well and lots of foodie information. Unfortunately the service following the class by the restaurant left much to be desired and the hot food was cold by the time delivered. This is not meant to be critical of the class itself
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you, Steven, for your thoughtful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed Chef Niki’s class and all the delicious insights she shared. We’re sorry to hear about your experience with the restaurant service afterward and will make sure your comments are passed along so we can improve this part of the experience.
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Lindsay_L, Oct 2025
Excellent class. Very genuine and at home style. The food was exceptionally fresh and we made 5 dishes. We also liked the good book with recipes at the end of the class. Lucy was great.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Lindsay,
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the hands-on experience and the fresh, delicious dishes. It’s a pleasure to hear that Lucy’s guidance and the recipe book added to the authentic, at-home feel of the class, that's our goal.
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Jenni_D, Oct 2025
This class was at a disadvantage after we took the most amazing class in Naxos. There is little hands-on cooking; we did a bit of chopping and then some class participants got to mix items (with their hands). The food was ok and the meal was not on the rooftop. The biggest benefit is you can purchase glasses of wine during the class to make it more bearable.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Jenni,
Thank you for your feedback. We understand your perspective and appreciate your honesty. Please note that this class is designed for all levels, including beginners, so everyone can comfortably participate and learn. While the meal is not served on the rooftop, it is enjoyed with a lovely view. We’ll take your comments into account to continue improving the experience for future guests.
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Julie_D, Aug 2025
I had already filled out a survey- yesterday…
Amalia was our cooking instructor.
She was so gracious to help us make reservations for a restaurant- however no one in our group wrote down the name of the restaurant! Would you be so kind to send this to her so we can try her recommendation?
Thanks you so much in advance!!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Julie,
Thank you for reaching out with your request and for your kind words about Amalia! We're so glad she was such a gracious instructor. We completely understand the dilemma of forgetting a restaurant name and want to help you find her recommendation.
We will reach out to Amalia and as soon as we hear back from her, we will send you the restaurant name directly to the email address you used for your booking. Please keep an eye on your inbox!
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
alta_r, Aug 2025
A thorough cooking lesson in a relaxed environment with a great view and thoughtful teacher. Thank you for all the top tips Estella
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so happy you enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere, the beautiful view, and Estella’s thoughtful guidance. She’ll be delighted to know her tips made the experience even more special.
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Martina_A, Aug 2025
It was amazing to cook all together and learn about Greek traditions with Stella. I would really recommend this experience to anybody who enjoy cooking and meeting new people from around the word.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much, Martina! It's a pleasure to know you enjoyed cooking together with Stella and exploring Greek traditions. How great to hear you loved meeting people from around the world too! We really appreciate your words.
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Stacey_R, Aug 2025
This is a chopping class and the food was mediocre at best. Lovely tour operator, yet I would not ever recommend
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Stacey. We’re sorry to hear the cooking class didn’t meet your expectations. While our classes are designed as a hands-on, group-style experience — focusing on preparing dishes together rather than a professional chef-led demonstration — we understand that this format and flavor profile may not be to everyone’s taste. We’ll share your comments with our team to see how we can improve both the recipes and overall experience.
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Jamie_W, Aug 2025
Stella was amazing. So welcoming, knowledgeable and inviting to sharing the authentic Greek cuisine and traditions. Our small group was so fun. We enjoyed a delicious meal and had the best view of the Parthenon. 10/10!!!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you, Jamie! We’re pleased you had such a fantastic time with Stella and enjoyed both the authentic Greek cooking experience and that unforgettable Parthenon view. A 10/10 from you truly makes our day!
Cassandra_L, Jul 2025
Vicki was a great instructor and explains steps so well. We all had fun assisting and getting to eat our cooking afterwards! She really gets the kids engaged in the class. It was a great addition to our Greek vacation! The food was delicious!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Cassandra (what a beautiful name), thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear Vicki made the cooking class fun and engaging, especially for the kids. It’s fantastic that you enjoyed both the process and the delicious results, a perfect way to add to your Greek vacation!
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Colleen_E, Jul 2025
Stella was great! Very engaging especially with kids. You can tell that she loves her job. The food was delicious!
Lois_H, Jul 2025
Stella was absolutely amazing! She made the class informative and fun! She was super knowledgeable as well.
Patricia_S, Jul 2025
Stella was terrific. We made 5 courses- lamb, spinach pie, stuffed grape leaves, taziki and Greek salad.
Sebastien_G, Jul 2025
Niki and stella were great! Very clear and informative instructions. We had a lot of fun and we learned alot of useful information about greek food. The food was worth it! Thank you!
Kayla_V, Jul 2025
Stella was wonderful and our group had so much fun! The food was delicious as well. 10/10 experience.
Elizabeth_D, Jul 2025
This was a great class. It lasted four hours, followed by dinner. Stella was an excellent teacher. She was very enthusiastic about food and her country! The class consisted of 16 people, which was a couple too many – but she did a great job keeping everyone involved. We sat around a large wide table, which was nice not to stand after a busy day sightseeing. Stella, along with the staff at the restaurant, were very helpful and accommodating. We made lemon lamb and potatoes, stuffed grape leaves, Greek salad, spanikopida and tzatziki. We also got a recipe book. The class was followed by dining outside in a part of the restaurant under a tent. We ate what we made and it was all delicious.
Paula_W, Jul 2025
Stella was an amazing cook and host. She was positive, informative and personable. Highly recommend you take this class if in Greece. The sit down dinner afterwards was great!
Thomas_M, Jul 2025
interesting activity and fun atmosphere. The variety of items made was great. The food was delicious too.
Renee_P, Jul 2025
Eva was so much fun. She was great with historical facts and we had lots of good food. We says several different neighborhoods which was fun
Ankur_P, Jul 2025
Food was delicious. She taught us great and easy Greek dishes to prepare and got both kids involved. Other guests made it fun as well
Gwynne_K, Jul 2025
This is a family style cooking. So everyone even small kids participate. They provide gloves but kids usually chose not to use them. So many in my party did not eat the non-cooked foods as they are sensitive to germs. It was a great experience, you get a little cookbook and the instructor was nice just we were expecting to make more individualized type dishes.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you for your honest feedback, Gwynne. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the experience overall and appreciated the instructor and cookbook! We understand your concerns about the group-style format, especially when it comes to food handling and personal preferences. Your input is truly valuable, and we’ll keep it in mind as we look at how to make the experience even more comfortable for everyone — especially families with different needs or expectations.
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Erena_W, Jun 2025
Very great experience in learning how to cool authentic greek food. I was impressed on the craftsmanship
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you, Erena! We're so happy you enjoyed the hands-on experience and appreciated the craftsmanship behind authentic Greek cooking. It means a lot to us that you took part in the class — hope you’ll be recreating some of those flavors at home!
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Joni_v, Jun 2025
This cooking class is not to be missed! We learned how to make a traditional Greek dinner (Greek salad, lamb and potatoes, dolmas, and spanikopita) all hands on. Did I mention our view was of the Acropolis? Niki was a trained chef. Afterwards we ate the dinner we made outdoors (again with a view of the Acropolis), with a glass of wine and dessert. Several of us had dietary restrictions that were all accommodated. Completely authentic experience!!!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you so much, Joni! We're delighted to hear you had such an authentic and memorable evening with Niki — cooking, learning, and dining under the Acropolis is like a dream! It’s wonderful to know everyone felt included and cared for, right down to the dietary details. We truly appreciate you joining us and sharing this glowing feedback!
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Carnie_L, Jun 2025
Fun and delicious. The instructor was incredibly helpful, and experience was superb with a free glass of wine and a chance to meet new friends.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you, Carnie! We're so glad you had a fun and delicious experience. Great food, great company, and a glass of wine—what more could we ask for?
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
Rita_I, Jun 2025
Relaxed cooking class suitable for families. We learned to make spanakopita and dolmas among other dishes. Lucy was very engaging and made everyone feel at home and enjoy the experience--even the reluctant husbands whose wives insisted they come to the class! Our home cooked meal was delicious and we learned a lot about Greek cooking traditions. We came away with all the recipes from our meal, too! A very pleasant way to spend an otherwise hot afternoon in Athens!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Rita, it's wonderful to hear that our cooking class was such a relaxing and engaging experience, perfect for families! We're pleased you enjoyed learning to make spanakopita and dolmas, among other dishes. It sounds like Lucy truly excelled, making everyone feel at home and ensuring even the reluctant participants had a fantastic time. Knowing your home-cooked meal was delicious and that you learned so much about Greek traditions – and even came away with the recipes – is truly rewarding. We're glad to offer such a pleasant way to spend a hot afternoon in Athens!
Warm regards,
Athens Walking Tours Team
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