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Producers to Plate: Experience the Vibrant Flavors of Greece with Ingredients from Open-Air Markets!

Forget Chefs' Hat!

Taste the authentic Greek Cuisine

Leave formalities out, grab a beer or a wine from the fridge and let's have fun.

If you are looking for 

  1. an in person or online Cooking Class 

  2. a home dinner 

  3. a tailored family friendly experience

  4. a corporate/ team-bonding event

  5. the real Greek hospitality and customs.

YOU'RE IN THE RIGHT SPOT

Get ready for an unforgettable culinary adventure!

What better way to experience a country and its cuisine than with its passionate locals?

Discover the secrets of crafting unforgettable dishes straight from the heart of Greece, with people who truly adore good food.

Cooking Classes options :

 

Locals do it best!

We're all about freshness and flavor!

Our ingredients are sourced daily, ensuring every bite bursts with the essence of the Mediterranean. And when it comes to salads, we keep it crisp and cool, bringing out the veggies just before serving.

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Will you be a part of this journey?

We are very happy to announce that we were awarded with Travelers' Choice 2022 and 2023, by TripAdvisor

What an honor! We would like to thank all the guests (our new cousins) for their support!

Authentic Gyros Cooking Class

With a local foodie

Discover the secrets behind the beloved classic: pita gyros. Immerse yourself in a hands-on cooking experience and learn to craft Greece's favorite street food from scratch, all under our expert guidance. It's a culinary adventure you won't want to miss!

When you think of Greece, what comes to mind?

Undoubtedly, it's the food, especially the iconic pita gyros!

 

Join us for a cooking class and let's delve into the art of preparing this quintessential Greek fast food, step by step.

 

 We'll dive into the heart of the action: making the dough for the pita bread and mastering the art of cooking gyros at home using five different techniques! To satisfy your sweet tooth, we'll end on a delicious note with either the sweet Patsavouropita or a Greek-style cheesecake, both beloved desserts in our culture.

 But wait, there's more! Before we part ways, we'll share the recipes for all the dishes we've cooked, along with a special bonus: our secret recipe for perfect homemade pita breads.

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Cooking Classes

All about Gyros , Souvlaki and Traditional Greek Cooking Classes and Food

No matter your food preferences or allergies, we can customise this course for you

Pork or Chicken Gyros Cooking Class

Experience the true essence of Greek cuisine with our culinary adventure, where you'll learn to craft traditional delights from scratch. ✨

 

🌟 Homemade Pita: Indulge in the warm embrace of our freshly baked pita bread, lovingly prepared according to a cherished family recipe passed down through generations. 🥙🥖

 

🔥 Gyros Magic: Immerse yourself in the art of crafting the perfect gyro, whether you prefer succulent meats like chicken,pork option. Each gyro is a symphony of spices, herbs, and pure culinary magic. 🌯🍖🌱

 

🥒 Tangy Tzatziki: Dive into the refreshing flavors of our homemade tzatziki sauce, a creamy blend of yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and aromatic herbs that adds a cool contrast to the warmth of the gyro. 🥒🍶

 

🌶️ Spicy Feta Spread: Embark on a culinary journey with our spicy feta spread, a tantalizing fusion of creamy feta cheese, fiery chili peppers, and zesty herbs that will ignite your taste buds with flavor. 🧀🔥

 

🍰 Greek Style Cheesecake: Indulge in the creamy decadence of our Greek-style cheesecake, enriched with Greek yogurt and adorned with homemade Greek spoon sweets, capturing the essence of Greek hospitality in every delightful bite. 🍰🍯

 

✨Unleash your inner chef, revel in the camaraderie of the kitchen, and savor the fruits of your labor. From the first knead of dough to the final bite of your homemade gyro, this experience is designed to create lasting memories and a newfound love for the art of Greek cooking.

Join us in transforming simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece - a Pita Gyros From Scratch experience that promises to be a feast for the senses!

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Vegeterian or Vegan Gyros Cooking Class

Experience the true essence of Greek cuisine with our Vegetarian or Vegan Gyros Cooking Class, where you'll learn to craft traditional delights from scratch. ✨

🌟 Homemade Pita: Indulge in the warm embrace of our freshly baked pita bread, lovingly prepared according to a cherished family recipe passed down through generations. 🥙🥖

🔥 Gyros Magic: Immerse yourself in the art of crafting the perfect gyro, whether you prefer a flavorful vegetarian option  or a vegan option with plant-based ingredients. Each gyro is a symphony of spices, herbs, and pure culinary magic. 🌯🌱

🥒 Tangy Tzatziki: Dive into the refreshing flavors of our homemade tzatziki sauce, a creamy blend of vegan yogurt or real yogurt (for vegetarians), cucumber, garlic, and aromatic herbs that adds a cool contrast to the warmth of the gyro. 🥒🍶

🌶️ Spicy Feta Spread: Embark on a culinary journey with our spicy feta spread, a tantalizing fusion of creamy vegan feta cheese or real feta cheese (for vegetarians), fiery chili peppers, and zesty herbs that will ignite your taste buds with flavor. 🧀🔥

🍰 Vegetarian or Vegan Greek Style Cheesecake: Indulge in the creamy decadence of our Greek-style cheesecake, enriched with either real yogurt or plant-based ingredients and adorned with homemade Greek spoon sweets, capturing the essence of Greek hospitality in every delightful bite. 🍰🍯

✨Unleash your inner chef, revel in the camaraderie of the kitchen, and savor the fruits of your labor. From the first knead of dough to the final bite of your homemade gyro, this experience is designed to create lasting memories and a newfound love for the art of Greek cooking.

 

Join us in transforming simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece - a Vegetarian or Vegan Gyros Cooking Class experience that promises to be a feast for the senses!

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Cooking Classes

Alternative Classes

Perhaps there is another of our famous dishes you would like to learn how to cook- or maybe you would like to know where we get our extremely fresh food, and be immersed in  a key aspect of Greek life!

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Cooking Class
Market-to-Table Adventure: Greek Favorites-Yemista or Mousaka or Pastitsio

 

🌟 Traditional Yemista: Experience the authentic flavors of our homemade yemista, lovingly crafted from my mom's cherished recipe. Ripe tomatoes and vibrant bell peppers are carefully hollowed out and filled with a delightful mixture of rice, fragrant herbs, and savory spices. Baked to perfection, each bite of yemista is a taste of Greek tradition and family heritage. 🍅🌶️

 

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🌟 Hearty Pastitsio: Indulge in the comforting layers of our homemade pastitsio, a Greek classic often referred to as the Greek version of lasagna. Tubular pasta is layered with a flavorful meat sauce, topped with creamy béchamel sauce, and baked to golden perfection. With each bite, savor the delicious combination of tender pasta, savory meat, and creamy sauce that makes pastitsio a beloved favorite in Greek cuisine. 🍝🥩

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🌟 Moussaka Mastery: Join us to uncover the secrets behind crafting the perfect moussaka, a timeless Greek dish steeped in tradition. Learn the art of layering thinly sliced eggplant, flavorful ground meat, and aromatic spices, all bound together with a velvety béchamel sauce. With expert guidance, you'll discover the techniques to elevate your moussaka to unparalleled heights, ensuring each bite is a symphony of flavor and culinary delight. 🍆🥩

 

 

 

🥒 Tangy Tzatziki: Dive into the refreshing flavors of our homemade tzatziki sauce, a creamy blend of yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and aromatic herbs that adds a cool contrast to the warmth of the stuffed vegetables. 🥒🍶

 

Vegan option available

 

 

 

🥗 Authentic Greek Salad: Indulge in the crisp freshness of our Greek salad, featuring juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, tangy olives, and creamy feta cheese, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkled with aromatic oregano. 🥗🧀

 

Vegan option available

 

 

 

🥖 Rustic Flat Pita Breads: Enjoy the warm embrace of our freshly baked flat pita breads, lovingly prepared according to a cherished family recipe passed down through generations. 🥖

 

✨ Unleash your inner chef, revel in the camaraderie of the kitchen, and savor the fruits of your labor. From the first spoonful of tzatziki to the last bite of stuffed yemista and pastitsio, this experience is designed to create lasting memories and a newfound appreciation for the art of Greek cooking. Join us on a culinary adventure that promises to be a feast for the senses!

Spinach pie cooking class

Master the Art of Paper-Thin Phyllo Pies (2 Ways)

This hands-on cooking class is perfect for anyone wanting to master the art of making paper-thin phyllo dough from scratch. You will learn how to stretch the dough until it’s paper-thin, just like the pros, and create delicious savory pies with your choice of mouth-watering fillings.

What You’ll Do:

  • Create Homemade Paper-Thin Phyllo Dough – Stretch the dough to perfection – learn the secret to making phyllo just like Greek grandmothers!

  • Make Two Types of Pies – Choose 4 fillings to customize your pies from the following delicious options:

    • Minced Meat (Beef)

    • Spinach & Feta

    • Wild Herbs & Feta

    • Chicken, Sweet Red Peppers & Leek

    • Eggplant & Tomato

    • Cheese & Herbs

    • Zucchini & Feta

    • Mushrooms & Thyme

    • Caramelized Onions & Goat Cheese

  • Sweet Delights – Choose from two delectable desserts:

    • Patsavouropita – Crispy phyllo pastry filled with a rich custard, sweetened with honey and dusted with cinnamon.

    • Village Baklava with Homemade Phyllo – Crispy layers of phyllo pastry filled with walnuts, soaked in honey syrup.

Greek Seafood Feast (Private)

Explore the incredible flavors of Greece’s seaside in this private cooking class. Using fresh, seasonal seafood, you’ll learn to create dishes inspired by traditional family recipes.

What We’ll Cook:

A true feast for seafood lovers, this class is dedicated to creating mouth-watering seafood dishes, each packed with fresh, bold flavors that represent the heart of Greek coastal cuisine.

Dips (Choose 2):

  • Taramosalata – Creamy fish roe dip made with olive oil, lemon, and garlic.

  • Skordalia – Rich garlic potato dip made with olive oil.

Salads (Choose 1):

  • Greek Salad – Fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, olives, and feta – the perfect side to any meal!

  • Dakos Salad – Cretan-style barley rusks topped with tomatoes, feta, and capers – a healthy, tangy treat.

Main Dishes (Choose 2):

  • Grilled Octopus with Fava Beans – Tender octopus, grilled to perfection and paired with Santorini fava beans and caramelized onions.

  • Shrimp Saganaki – Shrimp cooked in a rich tomato sauce with crumbled feta cheese – the ultimate comfort food.

  • Shrimp Orzo – Succulent shrimp served with orzo in a flavorful tomato-based sauce.

  • Stuffed Squid – Squid stuffed with rice, herbs, and cheese.

  • Sardeles OR Anjovies Pantremenes –  baked with sun-dried tomatoes, lemon, garlic, and olive oil – a must-try for seafood lovers.

  • Cuttlefish with Spinach – Tender cuttlefish slow-cooked with fresh spinach and a medley of aromatic herbs – a perfect balance of savory and tender goodness.

Desserts:

  • Patsavouropita – A crispy phyllo dessert filled with custard, sweetened with honey and dusted with cinnamon.

  • Greek-style cheesecake, topped with grandma’s homemade spoon sweets

 

​​Thirsty? We've got all your beverage needs sorted! From wine to water, beer to juice – everything’s included. So sit back, relax, and sip on whatever your heart desires. It’s all part of the package!

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