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Cretan Cooking & Wine Tasting at Scalarea Estate

Enjoy a Memorable Culinary Experience with Family and Friends in Crete in Crete, Greece

2 hours

Verified host·Crete,Greece


Enjoy a Memorable Culinary Experience with Family and Friends in Crete

A fun activity for family and friends learning the secrets of Cretan cuisine by choosing cooking lessons on request and pairing the food with premium wines

Are you eager to master the art of Cretan cuisine? Join us for a hands-on cooking class where you can select a dish to prepare alongside our skilled estate cook. Using fresh, local ingredients and cherished family recipes, this experience is perfect for food lovers and aspiring chefs alike.

After your cooking session, take a guided tour of the Scalarea Estate winery. Here, you will have the chance to taste a selection of our premium wines, perfectly paired with the traditional dishes you just created. This combination of cooking and wine tasting offers a unique insight into the rich culinary heritage of Crete.

When booking, please let us know if you prefer the vegetarian menu or the classic Cretan menu. We also welcome children under the age of 5 at no charge, making this a fantastic family-friendly activity!

Join us for a delightful day filled with cooking, tasting, and learning about the flavors of Crete!


Experience details

Activity type

Visit & TastingExtra ActivitiesFood & WineOutdoor Wine Activities

Duration

2 hours

Wines served

Red WineWhite WineRose WineSweet Wine

Things to see

VineyardsWinery

Languages

🇬🇧English🇬🇷Greek

Location

701 00, Archanes, Crete, Greece

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