Authentic Greek Home Cooking With A Local Family In Thessaloniki

What a fabulous time we had with our hosts! Highly recommend this unique in-home experience with Michael, Dora and their family! The food was amazing and conversation even better. We have been on several in home cooking experiences and this one was the best!

It was very tasty and cosy, we felt like we went to a friend's house and learned a lot about Greece. The couple was a very good and interesting hostess.

We had an amazing hands on cooking experience and also had great fun with Michel. This is the place to book if you're looking for a cooking class.

One of the most enjoyable evenings ever. The hosts treated us like Family. We would do this again in a heartbeat.

Very enjoyable experience, totally enjoyed the family, their home,and food was amazing. Michael and Dora went out of their way to make this a memorable event. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area. 100 percent worth the cost.

Incredible experience. Michael and Dora and their family were amazing hosts. Food was delicious, learned so much about Greek history and a fun Greek dance to top it off! This is a must do!

Wonderful experience with Dora, her mother-in-law, her daughter and husband. They graciously opened their home to us. Taught us how to make the dishes and it was a hands on experience. Everything was delicious. Also taught us about Greek culture and a Greek dance. Very sweet family. Thoroughly enjoyed this and would recommend.

An absolutely wonderful experience. We were entertained in their beautiful home, met three generations of the family and were treated to a delicious dinner with many unadvertised dishes. We highly recommend this for any Travellers who want to experience true in home Greek cooking and hospitality. Nino & Shirley

We had an amazing time cooking with Dora, Michael, and Daphne. They welcomed us into their home and treated us like family. We even learned how to do a traditional Greek dance! They also made sure the recipes were Gluten free to accommodate for our allergies. Highly recommended experience for anyone visiting Thessalokini. And we got the recipes!!!!

We booked this on just the second day of our two-week holiday, and afterwards my partner and I immediately decided this would be the absolute highlight of our trip. Dora is such a wonderfully kind woman who instantly makes you feel at home, and her partner holds the entire history of Greece in his mind, you can ask him anything, and it’s fascinating! The food was incredible (we even enjoyed the leftovers the next day just as much). The instructions were clear and fun to follow, and you truly feel like a top chef in the making :) With the music playing, laughter filling the room, glasses being raised, and even a little bit of dancing, it felt like pure joy. At one point their daughter popped in with a question about her homework, which just made it all the more authentic and heartwarming. 💛 In short: you won’t find a more genuine or authentic Greek evening than this. It felt priceless. As the cherry on top, we even received a certificate to take home, so our moussaka-making skills will continue to bring joy and gather people together. Truly an unforgettable experience, and without a doubt a must-do if you’re visiting Thessaloniki. If you’re reading this and hesitating: let this be your sign to book. We can’t recommend it highly enough, an absolute highlight of our trip! And don’t forget to send them our love when you go ;)

There are some really detailed reviews here which cover everything in great detail, especially the one made by fellow member Mrsbaran - in fact, we were attending the same event at the same time as she and her wonderful family, so I just want to add our own two cents. :) The hosts are wonderful and they keep the atmosphere fun and laid-back from start to finish. We were late for a good twenty minutes since we left the local bus (the meeting point is well connected to the city center by bus) one bus stop earlier than we should have, but Michael went out of his way to pick us up half-way! I kept apologizing anxiously, to which this wonderful man would just laugh and insist that we relax. :) So - we are talking about hosts that are not merely friendly in a sterile customer-service kind of way, but they really make you feel like you've stopped by your cousins' place. The event itself is WONDERFUL - and I say that from a perspective of somebody who doesn't really like to cook (my significant other does :) ) - it's absolutely beginner-friendly because you are working tightly with seasoned cooks - Michael's mother and aunt who, along with Michael and Dora, guide you through everything from the background. :) I really don't know how three hours passed so quickly in laughter, lively talks and some really useful insights on the local culture and history by the hosts. The food itself is AMAZING, and you get to taste many kinds of cheeses, salads, pastries wines, spirits, and the host keeps offering more and more. :D The hosts really make everyone "click" with one another, so you're not just interacting with them, but with other guests as well. I think we were lucky to have a wonderful American family with whom we really enjoyed chatting along the way. All in all - this is a must for anyone wanting to have a glimpse at the authentic Greek cuisine.

My siblings and I had only two full days to spend in Thessaloniki. We had never been there before. Before our travel, we searched activities to do in Greece, and stumbled upon this activity of cooking, dining and dancing with a Greek family. I was very surprised and excited about this activity. Since our family heritage is Greek, I had wanted to find some cousins in Greece, but had been unsuccessful in doing so before our travel. When I saw this activity, I thought, "Well, we can make friends with a new family, and pretend they are cousins." The family turned out to be so friendly, warm and inviting. There were other guests there, as well, which added to the dinner party vibe. Dora and Michael, their lovely daughter, and mother and aunt opened their home and taught us how to cook Greek food. We also learned about and tried Greek wine and spirits. The food was delicious! We also learned to do a simple Greek dance. Michael has a big and vibrant personality. He and Dora are excellent hosts. He really enjoys sharing anything about Greek culture and sites. They are both very engaging. They do a good job making everyone feel included and getting all of the guests to interact with each other. They have a huge map of Greece set up in their living room which Michael uses to explain about different areas. We learned a lot from them. Η Μαμά και h θεία (mom and aunt) do not speak English, but they are adorable ladies. I really enjoyed them. If you enjoy meeting new people, preparing and eating homemade food, and learning Greek culture from Greeks, then you should definitely book this activity. If we are ever in Thessaloniki, we will definitely do this again.

It was an incredible experience from start to finish. A perfect blend of history, authentic cooking, and traditional dancing. The evening went above and beyond our expectations.

This was one of the highlights of our honeymoon trip. Dora and Michael are amazing hosts and fantastic people. We will definitely cooks and dance with them the next time we’re in Thessaloniki!

This was so fun, delicious, intimate, and cultural all in one. Their family is so kind, welcoming, and accommodating. They did a great job of making us feel like a part of their family for the evening and made all the guests feel like we were experiencing something truly special together. Everyone should go!

The highlight of our 11 day Greek trip! Dora and Michael were friendly, fun, and knowledgeable. The food was excellent and the company was better. Would recommend this for anyone!

We had a fantastic time with Dora and her family. We cooked, we laughed, and we learned a lot about Thessaloniki. Wonderful moussaka and new friends in Greece! We highly recommend this experience!

This was an amazing experience….if you are looking for something outside of the normal, this is highly recommended. Would do it all over again. Food was great but the conversation and cultural aspect was even better.

**A Memorable Evening with a Greek Family** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What an unforgettable experience! Cooking moussaka with a lovely Greek family was a highlight of my travels. Their homemade version was way better than any restaurant, and the béchamel was amazing! We were joined by a talented Italian chef who loved it so much that he ate three pieces and asked for the recipe. The buffet was incredible, with many delicious Greek dishes. After we ate, we danced and shared stories, then enjoyed sweets together. Finally, we relaxed on the balcony with drinks, soaking in the beautiful atmosphere and great company. Thank you for such a fantastic evening! I can’t wait to do it again!

When we came to Thessaloniki, we wanted to learn vegetarian cooking with my wife and found a great opportunity. We had a chance to chat with Dora and asked whether it would be possible to cook vegetarian moussaka, and she gladly responded positively! Straight away we signed up for our experience in her home. We had such a great time cooking, dancing, and tasting delicious Greek wines. Dora's husband, Michalis, gave very interesting stories about Greek geography and mythology, too, which made it even better. We were so satisfied and excited that we booked a visit with him to see Mount Olympus. It was a great experience, and we would love to do it again. Thank you, Dora and Michalis!

One of the highlights of the time we spent in Thessaloniki was the cooking class we took with Dora, Michale and their lovely daughter. They welcomed us into their home and made us feel like a part of their family. We cooked a delicious meal (yummy moussaka) and even had the chance to learn Greek dancing. Any trip to Thessaloniki should infuse this wonderful experience!

perfect hosts!!!! perfect food!!! perfect buffet!! great local dishes!! we learned to cook moussaka and many other local foods. we drank local bream ouzo and wines!!! we also learned to cook vegetarian mousaka. on this particular date we were in the company of an Italian cook who ate 3 plates of moussaka!!! we had a great time and danced!!! thank you!!!

you must do it!!!! I have done a lot of cooking in many countries like Italy Turkey Portugal Israel Spain but this was the best I have ever done. it's not a restaurant that's what made me try it and on that particular day there happened to be at their house another lady with her daughter who gives Michelin stars to restaurants in Europe wow. Dora's family, their husband and daughter showed us how to make moussaka - tzatziki - sweets - salads - and various other dishes. There was also a buffet with local dishes. the food was so much that we also got for our hotel. we also drank and tasted local wines and also ouzo and tsipouro. also Dora taught us Greek dances and her husband taught us many things about local history and geography. it is certain that if I come to Thessaloniki again I will definitely go to this family again. Thank you very much!!!

Excellent option if you are in Thessaloniki! Dora and Michael do not disappoint! It was safe, fun, and we learned so much about Greece. The experience allows you to immerse yourself with a Greek family that offers a unique brand of authenticity. Plus the food was DELICIOUS. Highly recommend!

Simply an amazing experience which I highly recommend to anyone staying in Thessaloniki! Dora and Michael are excellent hosts! I consider myself confident at cooking but the tips and methods Dora taught me to make the dishes were exceptional and it was the creamiest moussaka I have ever eaten! Her lovely daughter even got involved! Dora also taught me a traditional Greek dance and Michael taught me a lot about Greek history and the geographical regions too! My favourite activity I have booked in the city by far! Make sure you arrive hungry as i also was given some delicious homemade Greek pastries! Keep doing what you're doing!

I cannot say enough good things about my experience with this cooking class! It's no lie that the food is incredible in Greece. We spent the afternoon/evening learning how to make a variety of dishes with Dora and her helpful and knowledgeable daughter Daphne, who welcomed us into their home for this wonderful experience. Everything was made from scratch, with local and fresh ingredients. Since this experience, we have brought these recipes back to Canada and have shared these authentic greek dishes with friends and family.

Fabulous evening with a beautiful family. Not only did I get a chance to prepare and cook moussaka but also got introduced to other Greek dishes that I have tried. Highly recommend this class for anyone wanting to learn about Greek food, see how locals live, and to enjoy life.

We were excited to learn how to cook traditional food on our vacation in Greece and this experience exceeded our expectations. Our tour guide Dora, welcomed us into her home where we were instructed by her and her sweet daughter Daphne on a variety of courses. We learned how to prepare a main course, an appetizer, tzatziki dip, salad, and dessert. The view from her patio of the city and the sea. We were warmly welcomed by her family and appreciated the entire experience.

A great experience from start to finish. Delicious food, Greek music and learned loads about Greek culture, history, mythology and more. Everyone went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. Greek hospitality at its finest 🥰

This was a great experience! We felt very welcome from the start. We were guested by a lovely, warm family who shared their home, knowledge and time with us. We learnt how to prepare multiple Greek dishes from starters to dessert. There was also an opportunity to learn a traditional dance! We then enjoyed the food we cooked alongside traditional drinks. Very personalised experience, would highly recommend. Big thank you again to the family for enabling us to experience this 😁

we enjoyed the time we spent cooking! very nice and welcoming! definitely recommend!!!! ❤️❤️ thanks to the lovely family for hosting

Gestern war unbeschreiblich toll. Wir waren zu zweit bei Dora und Michael. Die Beiden waren super sympathisch. Wir kochten zusammen und durften diverse Snacks und Getränke testen. Das Essen war so lecker, dass wir sogar einen Nachschlag nahmen. Das Moussaka war das Beste, was wir jemals gegessen haben. Zusätzlich war das der allerbeste Kochkurs, den ich jemals gemacht habe und ich habe schon so einige in Griechenland absolviert. Wir wünschen wirklich jedem, dass er dieses Erlebnis auch wahrnimmt, da es wirklich unglaublich viel Spaß macht. Außerdem können wir nun griechisch tanzen und konnten uns ein paar Kuscheleinheiten mit Ticky, der Katze, abholen. Die Reste des Essens durften wir übrigens mitnehmen, was auch total lieb war. Also bucht unbedingt dieses Erlebnis. Ihr werdet es nicht bereuen.

It was the best decision to book this course. We were given such a warm welcome and we all cooked together and learned a lot of new things. Cooking is simply fun like this. It is definitely worth having this experience.