Cretan Cooking Class and Olive Oil Tasting
Description
Step into the heart of a sustainable Cretan olive farm run by a mother-and-daughter duo. Cook hands-on in an outdoor kitchen, learn traditional cooking secrets & sourch fresh ingredients straight from our garden. One of the highlight of our cooking experience is that as a working olive farm, we include a guided olive oil tasting as we feel it is important to share with you how to recognize a real extra virgin olive oil or how acidity, harvesting, and pressing affect quality and much more details. You'll also watch a short behind-the-scenes video showing how we harvest our olive trees —a true look into our family tradition. This tour is perfect for travelers who want to understand not only what Cretans cook — but how and why! Our aim is not just to teach you cooking techniques but to invite you into our family and way of living! We also take pride in customizing our cooking classes to accommodate your preferences and needs, whether it's a significant allergy or a vegetarian lifestyle.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Reviews(187)
This was a Wonderful Experience for my Fiancée and I. We especially enjoyed the friendliness and hospitality of Marianna and her Mother! That atmosphere was Authentic, the class had plenty of time and did not feel rushed, and the Food was delicious!
What an amazing experience! We loved this cooking class and the time spent with Mariana and her mom. I felt like we were emersed in Cretan food and culture that was far beyond any other travel cooking class I've taken. This was one of the highlights of our two weeks in Greece and I highly recommend!
Such a precious family! The experience was amazing… but aside from the cooking class, and what we actually signed up for… the WHOLE “experience” offered far more! We were introduced to the farm dog “Ira” who was adorable, we met family members and were treated like part of the family from start to finish! I feel like, in the past, similar classes have been nice but we’re ready to head back after the allotted time is up but this one? We had awesome conversation and had to make ourselves leave! It’s incredibly informative, terrific food, beautiful family, and a truly amazing experience!
Highly recommended! We had a fantastic time at this cooking class! The setting is beautiful, so peaceful, and we loved picking fresh produce from the garden to cook with. Marianna and her Mom, were a wonderful hosts who provided great explanations and thoughtfully accommodated our dietary needs. We have been really touched by their kindness. This is a complete experience, cooking but also learning more about the Greek culture, the olive oil and connecting with people. Thank you!
What a great time! I was travelling in Crete with my two granddaughters. We wanted to learn more about Cretan cooking and food. The cooking class and olive oil tasting experience at Cretan Vibes exceeded all of our expectations. Maryanna and Stella are great hosts; they made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived until we left. I am not a naturally skilled cook, but it didn't matter. The class is small and Maryanna guided me through the entire process. Once the cooking was done, we enjoyed our delicious lamb stew, stuffed zucchini flowers and dolmades! Now that we are home, we plan to share our new found expertise in Cretan cooking with friends and family! A special experience we will all long remember.
We were well received by Mariana and her mother, Stella. First a good introduction to the area, the farm and today's program. Then we started cooking, which was well prepared. On the way there were local snacks and tasting of olive oil. Everything worked perfectly and the result tasted good. Mariana and Stella managed to make us feel at home and created a really good mood. If we visit Crete again we will come again!
Insanely delicious cooking class! You definitely leave the beautifully decorated outdoor kitchen with a full stomach:) The organizers are also incredibly friendly and accommodating - very great experience!
It was beautifully warm and look familiar:D
Fantastic experience for our family. They included everyone and made us feel at home. The food was fun to prep and delicious. Go hungry!!
My family and I (including two children, ages 11 and 13) participated in a cooking class hosted by Marianna, her mother and grandmother. It was such a wonderful experience! We got so much out of it - not just learning how to cook a few different dishes, but also about Cretan cuisine and most importantly, about Cretan culture. We cooked and spent time as family would, and it was such a wonderful exposure to the Greek culture. They were all so hospitable, sharing knowledge and kindness. My kids felt at home and it was so lovely seeing how even her grandmother interacted with everyone. Highly recommend this experience, especially if you're interested in understanding the people and culture. Thank you Marianna (and family)! I've made Stifado a few times since returning. :)
