Authentic Cretan Cooking Class in Ozlem’s Home in Crete

Overview

Ozlem has Cretan, Turkish and Venetian roots, which has greatly influenced her cooking style. Her passion for food started when she was young, she was always curious and would follow her grandmother around the kitchen with a basket gathering wild greens and herbs. Her grandmother taught her to cook using all her senses – smell, sight, taste, feel. She works as a personal chef, participates in festivals, organizes workshops, is a speaker on panels and seminars, and also writes for newspapers and magazines. Apart from cooking, Ozlem also works as a translator and an interpreter, she has translated 19 books so far!

- Home cooking class in Crete with a local expert
- Learn to cook traditional Greek food using family recipes
- Enjoy a traditional Cretan meal inspired by memories of family gatherings
- Get insight into Greek history and culture through the food

Itinerary

1. This is a unique opportunity to visit the home of a local and explore traditional culture and cuisine. Join Ozlem for a hands-on cooking class in her home kitchen in Roustika, a charming village in central Rethymno, Crete, with rich Venetian history and stunning architecture. In your two hour Cretan cooking class learn to make artichokes with peas and meat or fish or stuffed vegetables or Cretan chicken pie and a wild green salad. Or you can learn to make handmade pitas with a filling of your choice (greens or Cretan cheese or meat). Please let Ozlem know your preference in advance. She will also share stories behind food that you're cooking and tip and tricks that she learned from her grandmother. After cooking, sit down together to share the meal you helped prepare.

Meeting and pickup

Please meet your host directly at her apartment in Roustika. Please check the 'Before you go' section on your voucher for the exact details. The above only offers neighborhood details. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon confirmation.

Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
• Menu may vary depending on the season
• Private, personalized experience
• Lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Please check the 'Before you go' section on your voucher for the Google Maps link to the exact location

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.