Cook like a Greek: Cooking lesson with a chef in Athens & a 4-course traditional dinner

Immerse yourself in the world of Greek cuisine with our 3h. hands-on cooking lesson. Part of our wider range of food tours in Athens. 

Overview of Cooking lesson with a chef in Athens

Greek cuisine was rated among the top 3 best cuisines in the world and for a valid reason. Not only it is one of the healthiest but also one with plentiful delicious options! Based on the Mediterranean diet, it offers a variety of unique ingredients and local products that make up the tastiest dishes when combined.

Indulge in a traditional 4-course Greek meal created by you and your loved ones during this cooking lesson with a chef in Athens. Meet your local chef at her restaurant, located in a charming, off-the-beaten neighbourhood close to the center of Athens.

Cooking real Greek food

To begin with, enjoy small sips & bites, while you are introduced to the menu of your Greek cooking class in Athens. Follow our passionate chef while she shares with you family recipes and cooking traditions from all around Greece. Learn new techniques and all the secret tips that get each Greek recipe off the ground!

Our cooking lesson with a chef in Athens is designed especially for you to discover authentic Greek flavours that go beyond typical dishes. Everything is prepared with seasonal, locally grown produce of top quality, the only ones that can bring out the best of our Mediterranean cuisine. At the end of your cooking class, sit down and enjoy the delicious Greek feast you created, while sipping a glass of Greek wine.

Greek cooking crash course

Learn basic Greek recipes at a great price! Our cooking class in Athens is offered in a short version at the price of 38€. Get to know our local cuisine and create super easy and delicious Greek recipes in a cooking lesson that lasts only 1,5 h.! Learn how to make traditional pork gyros in a pita wrap (chicken or vegetarian upon request), Greek salad and tzatziki dip. Enjoy your home-cooked meal afterwards, sipping local wine or refreshments and chatting with your chef.

Want to know more about local products from artisans around Athens? You can combine your cooking class in Athens with a visit to the local farmer’s market.

What you need to know

• The menu changes regularly depending on the season and the fresh ingredients found at the market.
• The menu is sent to you in advance and can cater for all dietary preferences or allergies; eg. vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free.
• A tour around the local market and Greek products shops can be arranged at an extra cost.
• This Greek cooking lesson with a chef in Athens is created for all skill levels to ensure ultimate fun and satisfaction!
• Our meal consists of an appetiser, salad, main course, dessert and drinks.

Here’s an indicative menu:

Starter: Greek pasta (hilopites) with eggs and mizithra cheese – a recipe from the chef’s grandmother.

Salad: Local greens or string beans, with baked tomatoes & extra virgin olive oil vinaigrette.

Main: Lamb or beef in red tomato sauce with trahana (Greek frumenty) – the ultimate Greek comfort dish.

Dessert: A light and creamy yoghurt panna cotta made with Greek yoghurt and honey.

Drinks: Greek wine made of native grape varieties.

A few words about our chef

Trained in Le Cordon Bleu Paris, our chef has years of experience in Michelin-starred and fine dining restaurants across Europe, and even reached 3rd place as a “Top Chef” contestant in Greece.

Coming from a family of restaurateurs, she recently opened her own restaurant in Athens serving Greek comfort food, excellent coffee and local drinks.

Passionate about local cuisine that combines tradition and modern techniques, she can create for you a private dining experience full of Greek flavours, a Greek food and wine pairing or a walk around the local market and artisan shops in her neighbourhood. Would you like to experience with her a truly authentic gastronomic experience in Greece? Send us a message and we would be delighted to arrange it for you.