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Greek Home Cooking Class at a Seaside Villa in Crete with Mary

Location Crete, Greece, Europe
$169
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Mary's family-owned villa, nestled by the sea, offers an enchanting setting for a culinary journey into the heart of Cretan cuisine. Just a short stroll from the charming fishing village of Panormos, this experience invites you to indulge in the flavors of Greece while enjoying breathtaking views.

  • 🏷️ Cooking Class + Lunch + Alcohol: Immerse yourself in a private cooking class with Mary, where you’ll prepare traditional dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
  • 🍷 Alcoholic Beverages: Savor your meal with a choice of local wines or tsikoudia-raki, complemented by herbal tea or fresh juice.
  • 👩‍🍳 Enjoy a hands-on or demonstration-style cooking class, tailored to your preference, and learn to create authentic Cretan specialties like ofto lamb or fresh seafood.
  • 🌅 Experience the warmth of Greek hospitality as you dine on delicious, home-cooked food while taking in panoramic views of the vast sea and rugged cliffs.
  • 🥗 Vegetarian options are available, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the rich flavors of Cretan cuisine.
  • ⏰ The entire experience lasts 3 hours, providing ample time to cook, eat, and soak in the stunning surroundings.
  • 🌿 Upon arrival, explore Mary’s lush garden and relax on the terrace, the perfect spot to enjoy your meal after the class.
  • 🌊 Don't forget your swimwear if you wish to take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear sea right in front of the villa.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Cooking class+ Lunch+ Alcohol
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Private cooking class with your host Mary
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Homecooked Meal
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point
Meet Mary at her home in Panormo-Rethimnο. It is a one-hour drive from Heraklion, the capital of Crete. From Chanea airport or port, it is 80km to the east. From Heraklion airport or port, it is 60km to the west. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation.
Return details
Meet Mary at her home in Panormo-Rethimnο. It is a one-hour drive from Heraklion, the capital of Crete. From Chanea airport or port, it is 80km to the east. From Heraklion airport or port, it is 60km to the west. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation.

Set in Mary’s stunning family-owned villa by the sea, this experience has been delighting guests for many years. Mary is passionate about sharing her Cretan cuisine and culinary traditions with guests from around the world. Upon arrival, you’ll see Mary’s lush garden and take in panoramic views of the expansive sea and rugged cliffs from the terrace — the perfect spot to enjoy your meal after the cooking class.

During your 2-hour cooking class, you’ll learn to prepare authentic Cretan dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients. The class can be either a demonstration or hands-on, so be sure to share your preference with Mary. You’ll cook a first course and a main dish — classic specialties like ofto lamb or fresh seafood, pies made with local wild herbs, and roasted vegetables or a crisp salad.

After cooking, savor the meal you helped create alongside Mary while enjoying a breathtaking sunset if you choose the evening experience. The price includes alcohol, and your host will offer a choice of white or red wine, tsikoudia-raki (a local spirit), as well as herbal tea or fresh juice.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
  • Menu may vary depending on the season
  • Private, personalized experience
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Please carry your swimwear if you'd like to take a dip in the crystal clear sea, which is just in front of the house
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Greek Home Cooking Class at a Seaside Villa in Crete with Mary

    Location Crete, Greece, Europe
    $169
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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