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Chania Cooking Class-The Authentic
5.0
473 Ratings
Nerokouros
You will have the opportunity to cook your own dinner under a mother’s supervision. You will acquire the knowledge of 5 unique recipes of conventional Cretan cuisine. We’ll utilise ingredients sourced entirely from our organic garden. Moreover, you’ll be entertained with tales about traditions and culture.
You will have the opportunity to cook your own dinner under a mother’s supervision. You will acquire the knowledge of 5 unique recipes of conventional Cretan cuisine. We’ll utilise ingredients sourced entirely from our organic garden. Moreover, you’ll be entertained with tales about traditions and culture.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Chania - Upon arrival, guests are greeted with a homemade refreshment or a Greek coffee from the hostess, accompanied by homemade cookies. Following this warm welcome, the Mediterranean-inspired menu is introduced.
Participants will discover the cultural importance of the “thieves dinner” (kleftiko), which features lamb as the main dish to be…
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Chania - Upon arrival, guests are greeted with a homemade refreshment or a Greek coffee from the hostess, accompanied by homemade cookies. Following this warm welcome, the Mediterranean-inspired menu is introduced.
Participants will discover the cultural importance of the “thieves dinner” (kleftiko), which features lamb as the main dish to be prepared. Additionally, guests will learn to make stuffed vegetables and stuffed grape leaves (dolmades).
The experience continues with a lesson on crafting kalitsounia, using rolling pins to prepare the dough.
Appetizers, including Tzatziki, Ntakos, and Cretan salad, are prepared last but savored first.
It’s time to indulge in the delightful traditional Cretan dishes created, accompanied by generous servings of local wine.
Remember to save room for dessert, which will be a sweet and seasonal treat.
The exact location will be provided via email after confirmation. For individual travelers or groups of fewer than 4, please send a message to check availability and join another group. Feel free to inquire about discounts for groups of more than 10.
The duration is 4-5 hours, depending on the number of participants. We offer options to prepare lunch (10:00-14:00) or dinner (16:00-20:00).
*Pricing policy:
0-4 years old: FREE
5-12 years old: 50 EUR
Adults: 105 EUR
What's Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Alcoholic beverages
- Carbonated beverages
- All necessary items provided
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Alcoholic beverages
- Carbonated beverages
- All necessary items provided
What's Not Included
- Transportation
- Transportation
Meal Options
- Ntakos - Traditional Cretan baked bread with graped tomato and goat cheese.
- Tzatziki - Yoghurt dip with cucumber and garlic.
- Savory Kalitsounia - Theese traditional cretan pies are filled whith cheese and wild greens and herbs from our organic garden.
- Kleftiko (Thieves dinner) - A pouch stuffed with lamb goat cheese and vegetables
- Stuffed…
- Ntakos - Traditional Cretan baked bread with graped tomato and goat cheese.
- Tzatziki - Yoghurt dip with cucumber and garlic.
- Savory Kalitsounia - Theese traditional cretan pies are filled whith cheese and wild greens and herbs from our organic garden.
- Kleftiko (Thieves dinner) - A pouch stuffed with lamb goat cheese and vegetables
- Stuffed vegetables and Dolmades - Tomatos, Peppers and Zucchinis stuffed with rice and herbs!
- Sweet Kalitsounia - Theese traditional cretan pies are filled whith cheese and served with honey.
- Yoghurt with Spoon Sweet - Greek yoghurt served with spoon sweet.Wild fruits processed to become a spoon sweet
Location
Chania Cooking Class
Here is the exact location.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/wpZmnMxncUJFNKZc9?g_st=ic
Its a 15 min drive from city center. Location is easily accesible by car. Park along the fence.
Transfer is available with an extra fee.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(473 Ratings)
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P473kbviviand
Aug 20, 2026
Excellent experience! - Such a great evening! Went on our honeymoon and couldn't recommend it more for couples, families, solo travelers, or anyone else looking for a fun night near Chania. Delicious food and the hosts were funny, welcoming, wonderful teachers, and made it feel like an evening with friends at their home. Don't miss it!
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943grahamp
Aug 19, 2026
Amazing Experience, chilled and beautiful - An amazing afternoon / evening with wonderful hosts and food. Everyone was easy going and fun! We had such an incredible time we were so happy we found the activity!
A beautiful location, well run and organised, food was awesome! Thank you!!
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Clairewi8354fn
Aug 17, 2026
Must do cooking class! - Veerna and Kosti were wonderful! We did this cooking class early on in our trip which was so nice to learn about Cretan cuisine before dining out at restaurants in Chania. This is a one of a kind experience and you get to learn some Cretan history as well. Everything was delicious, and the cooking is friendly to people of all experience levels. The property you do the class at is gorgeous with old olive trees, an herb garden, outdoor covered seating and cute dogs. This was one of my favorite things we did our whole week in Crete!
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Joydeeph2018
Aug 8, 2026
The best experience of our week in Chania! - Our family had a terrific time at this cooking class. Veerna, Kostas and their family have really thought about how to make everyone's experience special. Everything is done outdoors in a shaded area. There were about 20 people of different ages and nationalities doing the class and we got along very well. The dishes are easy to make even if you are not into cooking. Veerna and Kostas will show you what to do! The meal included lamb, vegetables stuffed with rice, and dessert. There is also plenty of alcohol if you want it and transportation to the location for an extra fee if you desire. It's about a 20 minute drive from the harbor in Chania. Don't miss it!
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Guide20802252046
Aug 5, 2026
Fun, friendly, delicious experience - This was a really fun experience. Great set up, open air, but shaded kitchen in nice setting. Approximately 20 guests of different ages and nationalities. 3 attentive and friendly hosts. Cooked different dishes and got to understand the the significance of the dishes. Then got to enjoy them. Plenty of alcohol if you wanted and lemonade and water. Our family had a great time.
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Kpk7405uw
Aug 5, 2026
Absolutely perfect. - Highly, highly recommend. Veerna and her family were amazing. The food was delicious. The setting was beautiful. The experience was unparalleled.
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Michelel2137
Aug 4, 2026
Best experience. Highly recommend - From the moment we were picked up at the port, we felt like we were part of the family.
I highly recommend this experience. Whether you do the cooking class or the bread making class, you will have the best experience.
This is a family of about 7 to 8 family members all working together to make your experience, feel like you are part of their family.
The recipes that we made were absolutely outstanding.
Do not pass up on this excursion.
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V6054ewsoniab
Jul 31, 2026
Cooking and culture in Crete - My husband and I decided to go to Crete for our honeymoon. Besides spending our time on the beach, we also agreed to do some activities. My idea was to attend a cooking class, since I‘ve done that before in Italy. Both of us loved it! The meal we prepared was delicious and we learned something new about the Cretan culture. We could tell that the hosts of the cooking class were made for this! They welcomed us so warmly and we loved that they also told us a little history about Crete in connection with the meal we prepared. It was truly a unique experience and I would definitely do it again!
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Passport29323828642
Jul 27, 2026
Highly recommended - My son & I had the best afternoon with Veerna, & Kostas! Delicious food, great company & new culinary skills 😋 we loved cooking outdoors, under the shade of the olive tree, & the food from the wood fired oven was sensational. & of course it wouldn’t have been a traditional Crete meal without the raki! Yamas Chania Cooking Class you were awesome 🥂
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Jenda117
Jul 26, 2026
Best experience in Crete! - We thoroughly enjoyed this experience! The planning and hospitality were exceptional, and learning to prepare an authentic Cretan meal together in a beautiful olive grove made the day memorable. The food was plentiful and delicious, and the and eating outside in an olive grove was truly enjoyable. It was our favorite activity in Crete.
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