Greek Cooking Class in Athens: Learn to Make Traditional Dishes with an Acropolis View
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Join our Greek cooking class in Athens and learn to make traditional dishes like Moussaka and Spanakopita while enjoying stunning views of the Acropolis. Vegetarian-friendly!
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Melanthiou 4 - Get a taste of authentic Greek cuisine during this 4 -hour cooking class in Athens. Head to a much-loved rooftop patio in the vibrant Monastiraki neighborhood, where you’ll be taught how to prepare and cook classic Greek dishes by an experienced chef. Then, when your work is done, join your fellow food-lovers on the bakery’s roof to enjoy your freshly prepared 3-course dinner with out-of-this-world views of the city and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Acropolis of Athens. Numbers limited to 12 people, ensuring a small-group experience.

The meeting point is at Melanthiou street 4 inside the Artist hotel. The area is called Psirri and it is about 10 minute walk from the nearest metro station at Monastiraki

What's Included
  • Admission to Ermou Street
  • Dinner included
  • Guidance by a Professional chef
  • Experienced tour host
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities (it is not mandatory in Greek culture but it is appreciated if you are satisfied with the service provided).
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Drinks
Meal Options
  • Spinach pie - Spanakopita is a Greek savory spinach pie. It often also contains cheese, typically feta, and may be called spanakotiropita in that case
  • Tzatziki - Tzatziki is a dip or sauce found in Greek cuisine. It is made of strained yogurt mixed with cucumbers, garlic, salt, olive oil and vinegar
  • Aegean Salad
  • Moussaka - Moussaka is an eggplant- or potato-based dish, often including ground meat, which is common in Egypt, the Balkans and the Middle East.
  • Galatopita - Greek Milk Pie, galatopita, is one of the most elegant, easy, and delicious Greek recipes.
Additional Information

Our culinary session will dive into the crafting of classic Greek meals such as Moussaka and Spanakopita pie by unfolding your phyllo pastry (Spinach pie). We’ll also be making two traditional pies: a Spinach pie and Milk pie. Beyond pies, we’ll assemble a Greek island-style salad with cherry tomatoes tinged with aged local vinegar and Greek yogurt tzatziki sauce. Our cooking space is just a short walk from Monastiraki square, in the eclectic Psirri district. I’ll meet you there, on the rooftop terrace offering a view of the Acropolis. We’ll begin by preparing ingredients, having a conversation to ease into the atmosphere and discussing Greek and Mediterranean culinary arts; afterward, I’ll introduce you to the ingredients we’ll be using. Once that’s done, we can dive into the cooking class! After we’re done, we’ll cook, dine, and appreciate the food we’ve made together, all against the beautiful backdrop of the Acropolis monuments and the Parthenon temple illuminated at night, with the bustling heart of Athens and the dome of Aghios Dimitrios church in sight. Unfortunately, we do not offer gluten-free options. However, vegetarians are warmly welcomed!

  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • The meeting point is inside the Artist boutique hotel at Melanthiou 4 street  Meeting point (https://goo.gl/maps/MqNE2w5XF6DtyGpr8) at 16:00.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers (2). If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
  • You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Location
Melanthiou 4
Melanthiou
Artist boutique hotel inside the ground floor of the reception
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Don_g
May 24, 2024
Best time in Athens - Chef Sten was amazing, knowledge mixed with humor, can’t believe we made the great food. Very hands on and really feel like we made the food, lots of tips and techniques
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Timjaycanadian
May 24, 2024
A unique cultural experience worth every penny and absolutely tasty food! - One of the top experiences we had on our honey moon. It was really great to learn about Greek cooking and culture and we had an amazing host and chef named Spyros. He was super enthusiastic, friendly, helpful, patient, and a great teacher. The whole cooking class then ate out meals together as a family afterwards. It was such a great experience and the cooking class from this company is something we highly, highly recommend! Thank you again to the restaurant and to Spyros for providing my wife and I with a truly memorable experience. We will definitely be making Moussaka and Tzatziki as much as we can when we get home!
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Adrienne_h
May 21, 2024
Excellent class. Enjoyed by all. - Excellent class. Enjoyed by all. Recipes were great. Event was well planned with a good sized group. Setting was nice.
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Donna_j
May 20, 2024
Greek cooking - We enjoyed learning about Greek foods and history. We loved making the Moussaka, tzatziki sauce, Spinach filo pie, Greek salad, and dessert. Chef Stam was funny, professional, knowledgeable, and very personable. We had fun.
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Anthea_g
May 20, 2024
Cooking in Athens - Stem was a wonderful host and my friends and I had fun and enjoyed the cooking and eating. The demonstration is not rushed and Stem ensures that everyone gets opportunities to participate. In addition to the group cooking, everyone puts together their own personal dishes. Great, fun experience.
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729darrylg
May 17, 2024
Highly recommended - It was a terrific experience. The chef was incredibly personable and knowledgeable, sharing stories and information about more than just the excellent food. The kitchen was beautiful and well prepared. We’ll be recreating the meal at home for family tomorrow!
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Peggy_e
May 14, 2024
Wonderful experience!... - Wonderful experience! Don't miss out on this very fun and relaxing food adventure. It is a six star tour.
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Cncwound3
May 12, 2024
Fantastic cooking class. Don’t miss it - Wow this cooking class was amazing. A highlight of our visit to Athens where we learnt about & made traditional Greek food. Stam the Chef shared his expertise and guided us in making the dishes. He was enthusiastic, entertaining, energetic and a great teacher. It was a great experience. We highly recommend this class and thoroughly enjoyed the dinner on the roof top after where we ate our culinary delight which we had made. Thanks again
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Chris_b
May 11, 2024
Well done! - We had a great time! Food was delicious and we learned a lot. We would definitely recommend this cooking class.
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846kelseye
May 11, 2024
Fun and delicious! - Such a fun class with a lot of information about Greek cooking. Everybody was able to get involved and the food was amazing. Can't wait to try the recipes for family and friends back home!
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