Cooking Class in a Traditional Village on Naxos, Naxos

Overview

Discover the authentic Greek way of life through your tastebuds. This hands-on cooking class is an excellent way to immerse yourself in local traditions and cuisine. You'll experience a typical meal and the day-in-the-life of a local family.
 
You'll meet your host in the Naxian village of Kaloxylos, home to just 30 inhabitants. The hamlet's charms range from flower-filled yards to century-old olive trees, classical architecture, an impressive church, and the Cyclades' biggest folklore museum. Your host's family will welcome you into their home and share stories about everyday life in this traditional little town. Then, you'll prepare a typical Greek meal.

You'll help your host prepare a 3-course menu based on fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients. Using traditional recipes passed down from generations, you'll learn about the Mediterranean diet and why it is significant to the islanders. When finished, enjoy your meal the Greek way: together with local wine. Swap stories with the family and ask questions about the recipes, ingredients, and Naxian cuisine.

Read more about unique activities on Naxos and interesting experiences in the Greek Islands.

Traveler reviews

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Olivia
Olivia S.
Durham, NC | Reviewed on May 25, 2023

We really enjoyed getting to know Katarina and her mom. It was such a treat to be learning in their home which felt intimate. The food was amazing obviously. It was great learning about their lives and customs around food. Read more

We really enjoyed getting to know Katarina and her mom. It was such a treat to be learning in their home which felt intimate. The food was amazing obviously. It was great learning about their lives and customs around food.

Tips for future travelers

Come hungry!

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Nicola
Nicola S.
Nanuet, NY | Reviewed on Jul 20, 2022

Loved the intamacy and how welcoming the family was
Delicious fresh and healthy meal. Read more

Loved the intamacy and how welcoming the family was
Delicious fresh and healthy meal.

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Lea M.
Canada | Reviewed on Jul 14, 2022

This was a highlight of our entire trip! Maria and Ioannis, our hostess and host, were friendly and very welcoming, our guide Lida was fantastic, would definitely love to do this again! Read more

This was a highlight of our entire trip! Maria and Ioannis, our hostess and host, were friendly and very welcoming, our guide Lida was fantastic, would definitely love to do this again!

Tips for future travelers

I would make sure you had a guide that would stay with you to translate as I think some of the tours would just drop you off for your experience but if you did not speak Greek you may find it difficult to understand what was happening.

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What can I say, the food was delicious!!
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Lida stayed with us the entire day, was a font of knowledge, and a charming person and guide!
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Nancy F.
West Chester, PA | Reviewed on May 12, 2022

Katerina and her mother were so welcoming! How lucky they are to live is such a scenic villiage! Read more

Katerina and her mother were so welcoming! How lucky they are to live is such a scenic villiage!

Tips for future travelers

Bring your appetite!

Quality of Experience
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The stuffed tomatoes and peppers were outstanding! Wonderful hosts!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Alex was great. There was a language barrier but luckily Adam came for the villages tour so that he could support and communicate more clearly. Thank you kimkim for this.
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