The Real Cretan Cooking Experience
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The Real Cretan Cooking Experience
By Fabulous Crete By Gs Tours Chania Ltd
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Ages 0-99, max of 20 per group
Duration: 6h
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English
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- English speaking, local driver/guide
- Wine & Food tasting
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan/minibus
- Small-group cooking class
- Use of apron and cooking utensils
- All ingredients for your lunch
- Commemorative gifts
- Recipes & photos taken on tour are sent electronically via e-mail
What's not included- Gratuities (optional)
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- Chania, Greece
Additional pickup optionsDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.- Cross Road cafe “IQOS Authorised Reseller”, Epar.Od. Tavronitis-Paleochoras, Tavronitis 730 06, Greece
- Gee Pa’s, Maleme 730 14, Greece
- Solimar Aquamarine, Platanias 730 14, Greece
- Platanias World War II Battle of Crete Memorial, Gerani 730 14, Greece
- PEO Kissamou Chanion 59, Platanias 730 14, Greece
- Minoa Palace Resort, ΞΕΝΟΔΟΧ. ΜΙΝΟΑ ΠΑΛΑΣ, Platanias 730 14, Greece
- Ο Μύλος του Κερατά, PEO Kissamou Chanion 109, Platanias 730 14, Greece
- Manteio Cocktail bar, Platanias, Chania 731 00, Greece
- Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa, Platanias 730 14, Greece
- Oscar Suites & Village, Agia Marina 730 14, Greece
- hotel Erofili, Chania 731 00, Greece
- Raeti Taverna Restaurant, Agia Marina 730 14, Greece
- Hotel Alexandra Beach, Κωνσταντίνου Μητσοτάκη 92, Χανιά 731 00, Greece
- Creta Palm, Kato Stalos, Stalos 731 00, Greece
- Marias Taverna, PEO Kissamou Chanion 32, Stalos 731 00, Greece
- Porto Kalamaki Hotel, Galatas 731 00, Greece
- Nesaki, Kalamaki Chania, Galatas 731 00, Greece
- Cosmos Sport, PEO Kissamou Chanion 111, Vamvakopoulo 731 00, Greece
- Loca Cafe, PEO Kissamou Chanion 113, Daratsos 731 00, Greece
- Monterno, PEO Kissamou Chanion, Daratsos 731 00, Greece
- Kriti Hotel, Nikiforou Foka 10, Str 731 00, Greece
- Quick Film, Chatzimichali Giannari 10-14, Chania 731 32, Greece
- SanSal Boutique Hotel, Ακτή Κανάρη, Meletiou Metaxaki &, Chania 731 31, Greece
- Sunny Rent a Car, Selinou 104, Chania 731 31, Greece
- Bus stop to Chania, Kalyves 730 03, Greece
- Το Περασμα, Agii Pantes 730 08, Greece
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 14529P13- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is comfortable clothing - good shoes
- Please check the pick up areas before you book this tour.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 14529P13
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ip1275
New York30 contributions
Most memorable and must-have experience in Chania, owned and operated by a local family from the village of Melidoni for generations. We stayed near the old port and were picked up close to our hotel by their knowledgeable English speaking driver/guide Nikos who taught us a lot about Chania and Crete on the way there and back. The ride was 40min but well worth it to get out to the countryside up a mountain with gorgeous views overlooking the north of Crete. The experience started with a welcome raki drink at the historic family home impeccably maintained. Chef instructor is the mother/wife Adamandia who is super friendly and knowledgeable. We visited the garden and prepared the stuffed vegetables (zucchini, tomatoes, potatoes, peppers and mulberry leaves stuffed with herbed rice). We then fed the neighboring sheep, tasted local cheese and wine including a very special family heritage wine. The father/husband Giorgos led our wine tasting and his family has owned the property for generations. We then prepared the dough from scratch and made traditional Cretan pies (like dumplings) stuffed with cheese or spinach/scallion. This tour is not at all a commercialized package, but very authentic and artisanal, owned and operated by the family with generations of history in the village. The house is like a museum and even has a traditional wooden hand loom and sample fabric on display, and a little house with many interesting artifacts and antiques from the family collection. Adamandia fried the pies very nicely and the stuffed vegetables were ready from the oven, and we enjoyed the most relaxing meal (with additional pork stew and salad prepared by Adamandia) and local wine on the patio. The whole experience was very enriching but also relaxing and not rushed. We are 2 adults and 2 teenagers age 15/17 and we highly recommend this experience and would trust any tour offered by GS Tours Chania.
Written 13 August 2024
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Thank you so much for your detailed and glowing review of The Real Cretan Cooking Experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you found the tour to be both unique and authentic. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the scenic drive, the warm welcome from the family, and the hands-on cooking with Adamandia.
We’re glad Nikos could share his knowledge about Chania and Crete, and that you appreciated the family’s rich heritage and the traditional Cretan dishes you prepared. It’s fantastic to hear that the experience was enriching, relaxing, and enjoyable for your entire family.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on another tour with GS Tours Chania in the future!
Written 14 August 2024
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622Nbray
London, UK13 contributions
A superb experience and the highlight of our holiday. Our guide Yiannis arrived on the dot to pick us up from out hotel and did a great job introducing the group of seventeen to one another and breaking the ice.
The mountain location is breathtaking, we loved feeding the goats and sheep and the talk on the families olive production. A good deal of thought has gone into this tour. It’s excellent value for money with quality ingredients and a host of family members ensuring the cooking demonstration goes smoothly. Yiannis is a constant presence, translating, helping out with recipes and bringing the history of the house and the island of Crete to life with his exceptional passion and knowledge.
The mountain location is breathtaking, we loved feeding the goats and sheep and the talk on the families olive production. A good deal of thought has gone into this tour. It’s excellent value for money with quality ingredients and a host of family members ensuring the cooking demonstration goes smoothly. Yiannis is a constant presence, translating, helping out with recipes and bringing the history of the house and the island of Crete to life with his exceptional passion and knowledge.
Written 22 October 2022
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Dear traveller,
We're always thrilled to read such reviews.Satisfaction level is a very important principal of our company and all our efforts are focusing in this particular cause.We are happy that Yannis made your day specieal.We hope to see you again in one of your future trips in Greece!
Sincerely,
G.S.tours
Written 26 June 2023
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cavanclan
8 contributions
Jul 2023
We loved this experience, our hosts were lovely and we learnt so much about Cretan culture and history as well as the hands on cookery experience. The location in the mountains is literally breathtaking. From pick up to drop off, every detail was the perfect combination of professional but also authentic and did not feel overly commercial, despite the fact this is of course an experience for tourists.
It was enjoyable spending time with people from other countries and Yannis, our guide was so proficient at switching between languages as he communicated with group members.
The final meal prepared by the group and cooked by the hosts was delicious and we look forward to re-creating the dishes at home as we have received the recipes via email.
Many thanks to Yannis for making this such a great experience for the whole group.
It was enjoyable spending time with people from other countries and Yannis, our guide was so proficient at switching between languages as he communicated with group members.
The final meal prepared by the group and cooked by the hosts was delicious and we look forward to re-creating the dishes at home as we have received the recipes via email.
Many thanks to Yannis for making this such a great experience for the whole group.
Written 19 July 2023
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Dear traveller,
Thank you is not enough for such a great review!!!We're always thrilled to read such reviews.Satisfaction level is a very important principal of our company and all our efforts are focusing in this particular cause.We are so glad to know that you are so pleased with our tour and that Yannis made your day special and memorable!!!We are also happy to know that you had a nice time socializing with people from around the world and we would be delighted to meet you again in one of your future trips in Greece!!!
Best wishes to everyone!!!
Written 22 July 2023
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Caroline M
Nantes, France12 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Our opinion on this Cretan cooking activity is mixed. Already, expect to spend at least an hour (in our case 1 hour 10 minutes) in a minibus while you pick up all the participants from their hotels, and then travel to the mountain village where the workshop takes place. We were the only French people, otherwise all the participants were Americans (and a lady from Singapore). You will prepare the different dishes, but then they are taken to a kitchen so you will not see the cooking. You will be taken into the village by the guide to feed the goats and explain to you how olive oil is made using a fake oil press.
Then at dinner time the guide went over the whole history of Crete, in English, and we had a little trouble following (we speak bad English, that's our fault), it was very, very long. for us.
We returned to our hotel at 11 p.m. (we left at 3:50 p.m.).
Impression that this workshop is aimed at an audience that is older, wealthier and less accustomed to cooking than us.
To do it again, we wouldn't do it again.
We didn't learn much.
Please note, great kindness from everyone.
Then at dinner time the guide went over the whole history of Crete, in English, and we had a little trouble following (we speak bad English, that's our fault), it was very, very long. for us.
We returned to our hotel at 11 p.m. (we left at 3:50 p.m.).
Impression that this workshop is aimed at an audience that is older, wealthier and less accustomed to cooking than us.
To do it again, we wouldn't do it again.
We didn't learn much.
Please note, great kindness from everyone.
Written 12 October 2023
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Merci pour votre retour détaillé sur cette activité de cuisine crétoise. Nous sommes désolés d'apprendre que votre expérience n'a pas entièrement répondu à vos attentes. Permettez-nous de répondre point par point à vos commentaires afin d'améliorer nos services.
Temps de transport : Nous comprenons que le temps de trajet en minibus peut être long, surtout lorsqu'il faut récupérer plusieurs participants. Nous allons examiner nos itinéraires et horaires pour voir s'il est possible de réduire ce temps d'attente.
Diversité des participants : Nous nous efforçons de créer une expérience inclusive pour tous, mais nous prenons note de votre remarque. Nous allons travailler à offrir des traductions ou des aides linguistiques pour les participants non anglophones afin de rendre l'expérience plus agréable pour tout le monde.
Préparations et cuisson des plats : Nous regrettons que vous n'ayez pas pu voir la cuisson des plats. Nous allons revoir notre processus pour permettre aux participants de suivre la cuisson ou au moins d'expliquer plus en détail ce qui se passe en cuisine.
Visite du village et explications : Nous apprécions vos remarques sur la visite du village et l'atelier autour de la presse à huile. Nous allons chercher à rendre ces segments plus interactifs et informatifs.
Langue des explications historiques : Nous sommes désolés que les explications en anglais aient été difficiles à suivre. À l'avenir, nous veillerons à fournir des résumés en plusieurs langues ou à fournir des documents écrits pour aider ceux qui ne maîtrisent pas bien l'anglais.
Durée de l'activité : Nous prenons note de la durée totale de l'activité. Nous allons envisager des ajustements pour réduire le temps global ou proposer des activités alternatives pendant les périodes d'attente.
Cible de l'atelier : Nous allons réfléchir à des moyens de diversifier nos ateliers pour répondre aux attentes de différents publics, y compris ceux qui sont déjà familiers avec la cuisine.
Nous sommes ravis de savoir que vous avez trouvé le personnel très gentil, et nous transmettrons vos compliments à notre équipe. Vos commentaires sont précieux pour nous et nous aideront à améliorer nos services. Merci encore d'avoir pris le temps de partager votre expérience.
Nous espérons avoir l'occasion de vous accueillir à nouveau dans de meilleures conditions.
Cordialement,
Written 10 July 2024
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Deon S
21 contributions
Jul 2024 • Solo
This tour had it all. An authentic Cretan cooking class, inside of a 145 year family home who were very welcoming, wine tasting, an amazing host and guide, history, feeding the local farm animals, amazing company, and a scenery that I won't forget that you can only find in Crete. Plus all this was just 30 or so minutes out of Chania so if you are in the area, and you want a little something extra along with cooking, you really need to experience this.
Written 18 July 2024
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Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our authentic Cretan cooking class and the warm hospitality in our 145-year-old family home. It sounds like you had a memorable time with wine tasting, learning about local history, feeding the farm animals, and enjoying the breathtaking scenery unique to Crete.
We're glad that the proximity to Chania made it convenient for you, and we appreciate your recommendation. It was a pleasure to have you, and we hope to welcome you back for another fantastic experience in the future!
Written 24 July 2024
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MIKE S
1 contribution
Sept 2023 • Family
My wife and I had a great time in Crete. It was the highlight of the three islands we visited, Crete, Santorini and Mykonos. Each island had it's own charactoristic, but Crete wasn't based on tourism, it had a very vibrant culture, it's people proud of that and wonderfully fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables made their restaurants amazing. I stayed in Elounda at the Blue Palace, a great hotel with beautiful scenery , huge rooms with a private pool. My wife and I visited a family farm which was a highlight of the vacation. The farm was handed down in the family and was cared for by grandchildren, uncles, aunts and cousins. There was traditional dances, music and food we helped prepare, and a lot of conversation. It was a great time and experience. The restaurants in Agios Nikolaos, very close by, were great. Our trip to Spinolonga, an island across from Elounda was educational as well as beautiful. There was so much more of the Island we would love to come back to again, it is a much larger Island and has very diverse areas we missed.
Written 20 October 2023
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Thank you for sharing your experience and for your patience with our late reply.
We’re delighted to hear that the "Real Cretan Cooking Experience" was a highlight of your vacation! It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the vibrant culture, fresh local produce, and the warm hospitality of the family farm. We’re also glad you found Elounda and Agios Nikolaos to be fantastic locations and that your visit to Spinalonga added to the richness of your trip.
Crete indeed has so much to offer, and we hope you’ll have the chance to explore even more on your next visit. Thank you again for your kind words, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Written 24 July 2024
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David L
4 contributions
Was a really great experience. The location is absolutely incredibly and the tour guide is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. The family that welcomes you and teaches you the dishes are really welcoming and clearly want you to enjoy it. One of my favourite things I've done here and you get background information. Lots of attention to detail and care put into this experience.
Written 8 July 2024
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Dear guest,
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience and enjoyed the incredible location. It’s wonderful to know that our tour guide’s friendliness and knowledge added to your enjoyment.
We’re also delighted that the family’s warm welcome and their passion for teaching the dishes made a lasting impression. We take pride in the attention to detail and care we put into every experience, so your feedback means a lot to us.
Thank you for making this one of your favorite activities! We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more memorable experiences.
Best regards,
Written 20 July 2024
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John H
Sterling, VA23 contributions
Our guide, Giannis, was on-time picking us up at a Chania hotel and made the short journey to the site of our cooking experience interesting with various Greek life stories. The location was beautiful and our host family was warm and welcoming. Our group of twenty prepared a majority of the food we eventually ate later in the evening. Be prepared to participate as this is a hands-on activity and be assured you will be shown exactly what to do. We were very appreciative of the early morning message sent to bring jackets as temperatures that night were chilly. When they learned I did not drink wine, they brought a glass of “juice” that I think was apricot nectar which reminded me of my childhood favorite drink.
Written 28 May 2024
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Thank you for your fantastic review of The Real Cretan Cooking Experience! We’re delighted to hear that Giannis made your journey to the cooking site engaging and that the beautiful location and warm hospitality of the host family added to your enjoyment.
It’s wonderful that you appreciated the hands-on nature of the activity and found the preparation process both fun and instructional. We’re also glad the early morning message about the chilly temperatures and the personalized touch of the apricot nectar added to your positive experience.
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable cooking adventure in the future!
Written 24 July 2024
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Jonahira C
3 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
This was an authentic and unforgettable Cretan experience. Visiting in November, we had the advantage of a small group, which made it even more special. Step by step, we learned to prepare a variety of traditional recipes in a warm, familial, and comfortable setting. The guide, hosts, and cook were exceptional, making the entire experience truly worthwhile. Highly recommend!
Written 28 November 2024
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Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you found the cooking experience authentic and unforgettable. November truly does offer a unique charm with its intimate group settings, and we're glad this added to the magic of your day. Our guide, hosts, and cook will be delighted to know they made your visit special. We hope the recipes and memories stay with you for a long time. Thank you for the recommendation—we’d love to welcome you back someday! 🌿🍷✨
Written 29 November 2024
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DrTina1
Merritt Island, FL26 contributions
So much fun in the small group at a locals house we prepared dishes we saw throughout our trip! Fun and educational we saw antiques and learned stories and tasted wines made from their grapes. Nicholas was our driver and translator for the whole experience! Unforgettable!💕😋
Written 3 August 2024
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Thank you for sharing your incredible experience with us! It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the fun and educational aspects of The Real Cretan Cooking Experience, and that you appreciated the opportunity to prepare dishes and learn stories from locals. We’re delighted that Nicholas, as your driver and translator, helped make the day unforgettable. Your review means a lot to us, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more memorable experiences in the future!
Written 6 August 2024
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Bonjour,
Seulement l'anglais y est parlé lors de cette activité ? Nous sommes français avec quelques notions en anglais 😊
Written 9 February 2024
La famille d'accueil parlait grec. Notre group parlait tous anglais et les chauffeurs ont traduit.
Written 10 February 2024
They picked us up at our hotel and took us inland to a beautiful old farmhouse. It was amazing and a wonderful drive. Gorgeous views.
Written 8 September 2022
We are in Rethymno. Can we be picked up there?
Secondly, is a large group class possible?
Thank you.
Written 29 August 2022
I think Rethymno is too far for their pick up.
Our class was about 15 to 20 pax. So if you manage to find some availability
Written 15 September 2022
Hi - I believe what we ate would have been fine for vegans - mainly vegetables and salad - but the cheese was goats cheese (not sure if that is vegan)?
The cook was so lovely if you ask your guide if you could cook something that would suit a vegan I'm sure he could translate and it would be accommodated.
Sorry can't be more helpful.
Written 7 July 2022
How long are you in the car/van driving from a pick up in Chania Harbor to the time you arrive at the farm?
Written 3 April 2022
No more than 30-40 min. It’s a pretty ride though and you go through several villages.
Written 5 April 2022
I have a reservation for this cooking experience for my family for 7/26/2021. we will be arriving at the cruise port at 10 am and are supposed to be back onto the boat by about 6pm. is this possible? would we be able to start the trip a little earlier then 3:30 PM so we could be sure to make it back to the ship by 6 PM? and is it possible to get the transportation to and from the port? Thanks so much!!!
Written 10 July 2021
hello
i am interested in this experience. I am based in Heraklion. I would lke to know what we would be cooking and if recipes are shared? everyone makes their own food?
what time are you doing it?
thanks
dora
Written 6 September 2020
Hello, is pickup possible from Almyrida village?
Written 10 August 2020
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