About Activity
In this gastronomic experience, the host, Pascal, will help you discover the hidden food gems, taste the most famous and delicious Greek food and introduce you to the best Greek ingredients from locals producers. You will also learn about the daily life of a Greek and their culinary customs.
Includes
- Variety of Cured Meats,Greek Cheeses, olives, Rusks (Ntakos),Greek Yogurt
- The chance to try and buy local specialties
- Olive Oil Tasting
- Insider tips and recommendations from your local host
- Experience first hand local culture and cuisine
Departure Point
- The full address will be sent to you once you have booked an event. You can find it in the 'Before you go' section at the bottom of your booking confirmation.
Return
- The full address will be sent to you once you have booked an event. You can find it in the 'Before you go' section at the bottom of your booking confirmation.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes This gastronomic experience includes a food tasting workshop during which you will try some basic ingredients of the Greek cuisine: Olive oil, Olives, Greek yogurt, and honey. All these ingredients have been used for thousands of years by the Greeks.
The tour will start in a typical deli shop where you will taste some of the best Greek Cheeses and Cured meats (Charcuterie board). During this tasting workshop, you will try the famous ntakos (Greek rusks) combined with the Greek olive oil which is considered to be the best in the world. The tasting will be combined with Greek white and red wine made from local grape varieties and Tsipouro, a quintessential Greek spirit.
Last but not least, you will explore the central Food market of the city, where you will mingle with Athenians while they are doing their daily shopping. This is the center of the local culinary scene where you will find the best meat, fish, spices, herbs, nuts, fruits and vegetables offered by Greek farmers and sellers. During the visit to the central market you will learn more about the ingredients used by locals but also recipes and dishes that make the Greek cuisine so famous around the world.
Course Name: MAIN
Dish Name: Olive Oil Tasting
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Dish Name: Variety of Cured Meats
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Dish Name: Variety of Cured Meats
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Dish Name: Olives
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Dish Name: Local Wine (White and Red)
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Dish Name: Tsipouro
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Public transportation options are available nearby Suitable for all physical fitness levels Guests need to communicate if they have any food restrictions (allergy, special diet, etc.) For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
Maria was so cheerful and knowledgeable. She really engaged us. We went to places that the locals use. Places with generations of family history. Book this tour. You won’t be disappointed.
