Food Tours

Greek Cooking Class in Athens: Make Pita, Gyros & Traditional Greek Dishes

★ 5
( reviews)
⏱ 3 hours
📍 City center of Athens

Tour Description

Join a hands-on Greek cooking class in Athens and learn how to make homemade pita bread, gyros, tzatziki, spicy feta spread and Greek-style cheesecake from scratch. Then sit down and enjoy the delicious meal you've prepared yourself.

📋 Itinerary

Your experience begins in a fully equipped kitchen in central Athens, where you'll meet your local cooking instructor and fellow food lovers.

During this hands-on class, you'll prepare every element of a traditional Greek meal yourself. You'll knead and shape homemade pita bread, mix authentic Greek dips, season and cook your gyros filling and learn the techniques behind some of Greece's most iconic flavors.

Menu

Starters:

Homemade Pita Bread

Tzatziki

Spicy Feta Spread (Tirokafteri)

Main Course:

Choose one of the following:

Chicken Gyros

Pork Gyros

Vegetarian Mushroom Gyros

Served in freshly made pita bread.

Dessert:

Greek-Style Cheesecake

Drinks:

Wine

Beer

Water

Throughout the class, your host will share stories about Greek family traditions, local ingredients and the role food plays in everyday Greek life.

Once the cooking is complete, you'll sit down together and enjoy the meal you've prepared.

⭐ Highlights

Learn how to prepare authentic Greek recipes from scratch
Make homemade pita bread using a traditional family recipe
Prepare classic tzatziki and spicy feta spread
Cook your own chicken, pork or vegetarian mushroom gyros
Enjoy a full homemade Greek meal after the class
Discover Greek culinary traditions and local food culture
Small-group experience in a welcoming kitchen environment
Suitable for all cooking skill levels

✓ What's Included

English-speaking local cooking instructor
Hands-on cooking lesson
Use of all cooking equipment
All ingredients
Full meal prepared during the class
Drinks

✗ What's Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to the venue
Additional food and beverages

💡 Good to Know

Hands-on Greek cooking experience in a welcoming local kitchen.
100% hands-on. No pre-prepared ingredients; guests participate in every stage of the cooking process.
Relaxed, social and interactive, designed to encourage conversation, learning and cultural exchange.
Vegetarian guests can be accommodated. Please advise us in advance regarding allergies or dietary requirements.
Please contact us before booking if you have mobility concerns or special requirements.

📍 Meeting Point

Detailed meeting instructions will be sent upon booking.

ℹ️ Additional Information

Level: 🟢 Easy
Guided: 🚶 Self-guided
Family Friendly: ✅ Yes
Walking Pace: 🐢 Leisurely

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a cooking demonstration or a hands-on class?
This is a hands-on cooking class where participants prepare the recipes themselves with guidance from the instructor.
Do I need to bring anything?
No. All ingredients and cooking equipment are provided.
Are drinks included?
Yes, drinks are included during the experience.
Can children join?
Yes, provided they are accompanied by an adult.
Is the class suitable for beginners?
Yes. No previous cooking experience is required.
What happens after cooking?
After preparing the meal, participants sit down together and enjoy the dishes they have created.
Is transportation included?
No. Participants are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from the venue.
From
€155
per person

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