Naxos Traditional Cooking & Cheesemaking Class

This immersive experience invites you to spend a day surrounded by local food traditions on a scenic hilltop overlooking the sea and fertile farmland below. At a family run dairy, you will meet the farmers who lovingly care for their animals and garden, and who welcome you into their daily routine. Using fresh ingredients from the farm, you will learn how to prepare a traditional Greek recipe while enjoying the peaceful rural setting. The experience is hands on and relaxed, allowing you to connect with the land, the food, and the people who produce it.

Guided by your hosts, you will prepare the classic seasonal dish gemista, learning tips and techniques passed down through generations. While the meal slowly cooks, the farmers will introduce you to traditional cheesemaking methods and show you how to make the age old arseniko cheese. The day concludes with a shared feast, enjoying the dishes you prepared along with rustic house wine. Surrounded by warm hospitality, conversation flows easily as you savor the authentic flavors of Naxos and the simple joy of cooking and eating together.