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Traditional Cookery Class & Wine Tasting
The day is yours at leisure to explore or relax, until 4pm when you set off to join an authentic local cookery experience in the high peaks of the White Mountains, where the focus is on traditional Cretan dishes made with fresh, organic ingredients. Walk through vegetable gardens to pick ingredients, learn about the benefits of local olive oil, and discover the role of herbs in Cretan cuisine. Under the guidance of a local cook, prepare a selection of classic recipes, including appetizers like "Ntakos" and "Tzatziki" and the well-loved cheese pies known as "Kalitsouni." This will be followed by a wine tasting, featuring local varieties paired with regional cheeses. The meal, set against stunning mountain and sea views, includes the dishes prepared during the class, along with freshly baked bread and traditional jarred desserts. This experience offers an authentic introduction to the flavors and techniques that define Cretan home cooking, as well as the opportunity to meet and engage with the friendly locals.