Ohrid cooking classes
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Ohrid, North Macedonia
- 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Sample Menu
Starter
komat with cheese / spinach
Main
tavce gravce (bean)/ sarma / pindzur
(pindzur is made of garlic, eggplant and peppers and it is traditional Ohrid specialty)
Dessert
Dips
The dips can be made of leek or pepper
What's Included
- Lunch
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Alcoholic Beverages2 glasses of wine per guest
- hotel pick up and drop- off
- ingredients
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
I will pick up the travelers from any accommodation, regardless whether it is a hotel or private accommodation, and drop them back at the end of the class.
Arranged start time
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
- 07/31/2024 - 04/07/2027
Monday - Saturday : 12:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Sunday : 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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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
Lyndee_K
This is a must do activity in Ohrid! Sonja and Zoran were fantastic hosts, lovely and so hospitable. They picked us up and drove us to their gorgeous weekend cottage where we learnt how to cook 3 traditional Macedonian dishes which were absolutely amazing, so delicious and simple once you know how. We also sampled some rajika, local beer, wine and Turkish coffee which were all lovely. I definitely recommend doing this activity, as this is one of the best activities I have ever done, it was so much fun and we learnt so much! I can’t wait to replicate the recipes we learnt with Sonja for our friends and family back home!
Reviews
5.0
based on 34 reviews
Annelle_C, Apr 2026
This was one of the most special experiences of my trip.
Because it was so close to Easter, it ended up being a private 1-on-1 experience, which made it even more personal and meaningful.
Sonja welcomed me into her home like family, and I was lucky enough to also meet her mother and mother-in-law, which made it feel even more authentic.
We cooked together in her apartment kitchen, completely hands-on, with coffee, conversation, and so much warmth. It didn’t feel like a class at all, more like spending time with family, learning, laughing, and sharing stories.
Her husband even kindly picked me up and later we all enjoyed a beautiful walk back into town together.
If you’re looking for something real, personal, and full of heart in Ohrid, this is it.
A truly unforgettable experience.
Jeremiah_S, Mar 2026
Maybe one of the best culinary experiences ever had! Sonja was amazing! A gracious and friendly host who welcomed us into her home to prepare traditional Macedonian dishes
Rosa_M, Dec 2025
We had the pleasure of a cooking class with Sonja this summer and had the most wonderful time. Pick up and drop off was super smooth. Sonja was incredibly accommodating of us being vegetarian and we cooked delicious dishes with Sonja providing some cultural and historical context behind the dishes. A beautiful setting, fabulous company and an absolute must-do if you are visiting Ohrid!
Louise_L, Sep 2025
We had an absolutely wonderful time on our cooking class! We were welcomed with open arms into their home, and loved our time making traditional Macedonian food. We enjoyed our delicious lunch with our new friends and their lovely pets!
Lyndee_K, Aug 2025
This is a must do activity in Ohrid! Sonja and Zoran were fantastic hosts, lovely and so hospitable. They picked us up and drove us to their gorgeous weekend cottage where we learnt how to cook 3 traditional Macedonian dishes which were absolutely amazing, so delicious and simple once you know how. We also sampled some rajika, local beer, wine and Turkish coffee which were all lovely. I definitely recommend doing this activity, as this is one of the best activities I have ever done, it was so much fun and we learnt so much! I can’t wait to replicate the recipes we learnt with Sonja for our friends and family back home!
Sandra_P, Jul 2025
Sonia picked us up at the designated spot and welcomed us to her lovely country home. The environment was charming and we were involved in all aspects of meal preparstion. The best part was sharing a traditional Macedonian meal with our hostess and her husband. We very warm and inviting experience.
Kim_W, Jun 2025
We had the most wonderful time with Sonja and her husband. We learned all about Macedonian food and traditions. The dishes made were excellent and we ate outside in the garden of their wonderful weekend home outside of Ohrid. If you are thinking about it, book this experience right away! Kim, Gracie, & Norah
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you Kim for the wanderful words, you are always wellcome
Thomas_R, Jun 2025
Our cooking class with Sonja was one of the highlights of our trip to Ohrid. Sonja picked us up and took us to her lovely home outside the town centre and made us feel at home right away. During the afternoon learnt how to make several different traditional local foods which we would never have attempted or even heard of if not for this class, and all of them were delicious (we also had the opportunity to try some home made Raki!), and we had such a good time we could easily have spent the rest of the afternoon chatting with Sonja and her husband. We would recommend this class to anyone who wants the opportunity for a hands on Macedonian experience where you will learn lots about the local cuisine, culture and history.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you Thomas, I am so happy to hear that you spend nice time in our village house.
Laura_K, Dec 2024
So many delicious dishes and wonderful company for lunch in Ohrid. Would definitely recommend to have and make the traditional Macedonian food!
Edgar_J, Oct 2024
We had a fantastic time and felt like we were welcomed into their home. Wonderful time , food and hospitality. I would highly recommend. Best experience we have had in the Balkans!
Anthony_C, Sep 2024
We highly recommend this cooking experience. They picked us up at our hotel thankfully. We learned about the culture, the food, wine, and Raki. They are personable, interesting and educated doing something they love.
Douglas_P, Sep 2024
Incredible experience! Sonja picked us up and took us to her country kitchen. We prepped, we laughed and we laughed! Highly recommended this experience
Greg_K, Sep 2024
Easy local recipes with good hands-on tips. Great conversation with insight on daily lifestyles and Macedonia food & drink traditions.
Megan_D, Jun 2024
The food was excellent and the company even better. What a special experience with Sonia and her mom!
Mitch_S, Jun 2024
We had the best time at the Ohrid cooking class and remains one of the highlights of our trip in 6 weeks of travel across Europe. We were picked up by Sonja and her mum and taken to their home where we spent hours cooking, learning, chatting, eating and drinking. We made 3 Macedonian dishes for lunch and 1 dessert, they were simple, delicious and Sonja made it very easy to follow along.
Serena_L, May 2024
The most humble experience I've had! The sweetest family take you to their villa, offers you drinks and you learn to cook authentic Macedonia meals! Super easy to contact and they pick you up and drop you off. I can't wait to tell all my friends and family back in Australia about this!
Nancy_N, May 2024
Easy pick up, I felt like a welcomed guest in her beautiful summer home. Food was easy to make and delicious.
Johana_T, Apr 2024
Sonja’s class was absolutely WONDERFUL! Taking this class was the best part of my 10 day visit of the country. Sonja is a great teacher and she and her family were so kind throughout the whole afternoon. My experience started with Sonja and her mum picking me up in the old town, while her brother starter a fire in the fireplace at the cooking class cottage to warm up in the cold weather. We drank Turkish coffee and I was offered to try their homemade candied cherries and also their elderflower syrup. Apart from learning how to do several Macedonian dishes, I also received answers to all my questions. The meals we made were Komat, Tavce Gravce, Pindzur and Sutliach. Sonja also taught me how to make cottage cheese and upon hearing we don’t have sour milk readily available in our stores she also taught me how to make that :D Her kindness was amazing! She even found a table cloth to use for rolling of the komat dough when she heard I always wanted to try that and never had a chance. The food was DELICIOUS, but what will stay with me is the wonderful time with Sonja and her family. I can’t recommend this class enough!!!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
thank you Johana I am happy to hear that you spend a nice time with us and learn lot of traditional recipes.
Peter_T, Oct 2023
Great little Farm House, Awesome Host with Great information & the Food was absolutely Awesome. Loved this Experience. Actually, I would Rate it as the Best Activity I have done in the Balkans.
Response from Host, Oct 2023
Thank you Peter I am glad to hear that you liked the class.
Priscila_P, Sep 2023
This cooking class was amazing! I spent half day with Sonia and Daniela, and I could learn a lot about Macedonian food and also history about Macedonia. My favorite part of the cooking was to make the macedonian pie dough and to learn how to do the cheese. AMAZING CLASS!!!
Response from Host, Sep 2023
Thank you Priscila ,you are wellcome to come again!
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