WHY WE LOVE IT

This Greek food tasting experiences takes you beyond the 'beaten-path' of ouzo, retsina, mousaka and souvlaki! It is also a great opportunity to walk around picturesque Plaka neighborhood with a local.

Activity Description

Get ready to discover the origins of Greek spirits and traditional products and observe the methods by which they are made as you are accompanied by your personal local guide and food connoisseur. This is a rare and one-of-a-kind culinary experience that takes place in a contemporary deli shop with a vast assortment of the finest products across Greece. You’ll be able to procure your very own gastronomy map of Greece and with that you will visualise each region’s produce, a great tool for your workshop and an alternative souvenir to carry home with you! 

Your workshop will begin with the northern part of Greece where you will explore the culinary treasures of Macedonia and Thrace. The highlights are the fiery tsipouro from Veria, kasseri cheese from Xanthi, and the round green olives from Chalkidiki. A little further down south on your map, you will find central Greece and will taste their specialties such as the smoked Metsovone cheese and the Konservolia olive variety.

Futher south on the map, the Peloponnese is home to numerous famous Greek products. It is also one of the best wine regions in Greece. You’ll taste cured sardines from Messinia, feta cheese from Tripoli, sygklino from Mani and the world-famous Kalamata olives. Wash down your gastronomic experience with 2 different indigenous wine varieties from the area. 

The islands will be your next culinary destination, starting with the islands of Cyclades. You will indulge in the intense, mineral taste of Assyrtiko wine from Santorini while you pair it with the distinctive cheeses of Naxos island, gruyere and arseniko.

This journey of flavours will continue on the North Eastern Aegean on your map. You’ll be able to taste the world-famous ouzo and ladotiri of Lesvos as well as the Mastic Liqueur of Chios. The grand finale of this culinary adventure is the world-famous Cretan olive oil which will be drizzled upon a barley rusk and paired with apaki which is a smoked cold cut favored by Cretans.

This is not just a workshop for foodies but a Greek culinary experience for the senses and one that should be enjoyed with friends, old and new!

Tour time split as follows: Start with a 1.5-hour walking tour of Plaka and end in a nice venue for a 1.5-hour tasting workshop.

Special Features

• Food and spirit pairings

• Your personal food map of Greece

• Ideal for foodies, couples and Greek food lovers

• Tasting workshop through a variety of local PDO products and spirits

• Knowledge on the origins and cultural significance of liquors, cheeses and cold cuts from across Greece

• Guided walking tour of Plana, ideal for first time visitors who want to gain more knowledge on real Athenian life

Activity Snapshot

Dates | Start Time : Daily upon request, either lunchtime or dinnertime

Duration: Up to 3 hours (approx.)

Spoken Language: English

Meeting Point: Acropolis metro station. Pick-up from your hotel can be arranged if located short walking distance from the scheduled meeting point.

Group Size: Private groups of up to 8 persons

Pace: Easy

Included: Guided walk of Plaka neighborhood (1.5-hour), all food and drink tastings, a gastronomy map of Greece (as a memento), services of your expert foodie guide, all taxes and VAT.

Excluded: Any additional orders or purchases, gratuities (optional) and everything else not mentioned above

Note: This is a tour for private groups of up to 8 persons. Bookings must be arranged and confirmed 72 hours before the tour for higher chances of availability. Each private tour and activity can be totally customized to guests’ needs and special dietary requirements. 

Young Travelers: Children below 5 years old join for free. Child 6 - 10 years old: €25 per child. Children older than 11 years old: full price. Ask for your Child Discount Code to apply at checkout here

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation more than 5 days prior to scheduled Activity: Full refund (minus 20% for administrative and credit card fees). Cancellation 2-4 days prior to scheduled Activity: 50% refund. Cancellation 24 hours prior to scheduled Activity/No show: no refund. 

Additional Info

• Confirmation to be received as soon as possible (within 24 hours from booking)

• You can present either a print out or an electronic booking confirmation for this activity

• Complete information on Vendor, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be sent with your Booking Confirmation. The TravelPorter hand-picks the most remarkable, experienced and reliable vetted professionals for a pleasant experience from booking to completion.

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