- All Year.
- On Sundays and Public Holidays the tour cannot be operated as the Athens Central Market is closed, but we will modify the program accordingly
- The duration of the tour (incl. grocery shopping, cooking preparation and meal time) is 5 hrs and can be operated on a daily basis, from Monday to Saturday from 09:30 to 15:00
Cooking Lessons in Athens
5 Hours: Looking to learn about Greek cuisine while exploring one of Athens' most historic landmarks? Look no further than our Cooking Lessons & Walking Tour at the old Central Market of Athens! Join our experienced local guides as we take you on a journey through the bustling aisles of the market, where you'll get to see and taste some of the freshest ingredients Greece has to offer.
From fragrant herbs and spices to locally-sourced meats and seafood, you'll get a true taste of Athens' vibrant culinary scene. After exploring the market, we'll head to our nearby cooking school, where our expert chefs will teach you how to make some classic Greek dishes using the ingredients you just picked up. You'll get hands-on experience creating everything from spanakopita to moussaka, and even learn how to make the perfect Greek salad.
Once you've finished cooking, we'll sit down to enjoy our creations together over a leisurely lunch, complete with local wine and other refreshments. And if you're still hungry for more, we'll even send you home with some traditional Greek recipes so you can continue your culinary journey on your own
And when it's time to dine, you'll enjoy your hand-made meal with a 250ml carafe of wine or soft drinks and drinking water on the table. After the meal, you'll return to your hotel with unforgettable culinary memories to share with your friends and family back home.
Location
Join our Cooking Lessons & Walking Tour at the old Central Market of Athens to learn about Greek cuisine while exploring one of Athens' most historic landmarks! Our tour starts at 09.30 at the meeting point on Athinas street in downtown Athens. You will meet our skilled cook and his team, and together you will head to the Athens Central Market, just two blocks away, to buy the freshest ingredients for your traditional Greek, 4-dish meal.
During the tour, you will wander through the small shops around the Market to buy herbs, seasonings, and other ingredients needed for your cooking class. Once you have all your shopping done, you will return to our kitchen to start the cooking preparations. Our skilled cook will guide you through each step of the cooking process as you prepare the delicious dishes:
- Dolmades: Vine leaves wrapped around herb-infused rice, with the option to add beef
- Spanakopita: Spinach pies with a touch of creamy, salty feta all wrapped up in pastry
- Tzatziki: Classic Greek yogurt scented with garlic, cucumber, and herbs, perfect for dipping dolmades and pies
- Imam Baildi: Roasted eggplants topped with a rich fresh tomato sauce and feta cheese, a dish that originated from Asia Minor with Greek refugees
- Portokalopita: A soft orange "pie" made from phyllo pastry, oranges, and scented with cinnamon, an all-time favorite for many Greeks
After the cooking, it's time to dine! You will sit down and enjoy your hand-made meal with a 250ml carafe of wine or soft drinks and drinking water on the table. When it's all over, you will return to your hotel, full of culinary memories that will surely surprise your friends once you are back home! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn about Greek cuisine and explore Athens' rich history!
Highlights
- Walk at the Central food Market
- Prepare a meal fit for a king
- Wander the narrow streets around the Market and meet local merchandisers
- Learn all the secrets about Mediterranean cuisine
- Enjoy the special meal you have prepared
- Enjoy a small glass of the famous Greek wine
Inclusions
- Walking tour at the Central Market
- Cooking lessons with local Cook
- Greek-style lunch (4-dish menu)
- A carafe of Greek wine (250 ml) or soft drinks and drinking water during lunch
- Round Transfers from/to hotel in Athens/Meeting point (according to your selection)
- All taxes
Exclusions
- Gratuities
Useful Info
- We will pick you up from your hotel in Athens or Air B&B address, according to your selection.
- If you stay close to the meeting point (at Athinas str, down town in Athens) you don't need transportation, we will give you direction to meet the cooκ.
- Our tours are absolutely PRIVATE only for you and not for other passengers.
- We can accommodate from 1 person to 36 persons or more.
Cancelation Policy
- In order to confirm any booking, 30% payment in advance is required, fully refundable in case of any written cancellation received 8 days prior the arrival date.
- For any cancellation OR change within 7 days prior the first day of arrival and/or non shows, full cancellation fees applies – the total cost of the program.
- A written notification of any cancellation or change is necessary to be sent to PRIVATE TOURS Greece.
