Highlights
- Savor the rich flavors of extra virgin olive oil from Crete
- Learn about the traditional production process of olive oil
- Taste two types of olives, including the famous Kalamata olive
- Enjoy a handmade olive paste and a traditional Cretan rusk
- Discover the organoleptic features that mark premium olive oil
Description
Experience the Ultimate Gastronomic Journey in the Heart of Athens: Discover the 'Liquid Gold' of Greece!
Looking for the most authentic taste of our country? Step away from the ordinary and join us on an unforgettable sensory journey right in the center of Athens. Come taste the secrets of longevity with us and discover the ultimate treasure of the Mediterranean diet: Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
This isn't just a tasting. It’s an immersive, interactive experience that will forever change the way you taste and choose your food!
Our Exclusive Tasting Menu (4 stages)
The Awakening of the Senses: Learn to identify true quality by tasting 2 premium, authentic olive oils: A rare, intense Early Harvest Olive Oil (Agoureleo) and a perfectly balanced Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
The Gifts of the Greek Land: Indulge in the rich flavor of a velvety, handmade olive paste and sample 2 exquisite olive varieties (the Koroneiki variety from Sitia and the world-famous Kalamata olive). All of this is accompanied by an authentic, crunchy Cretan rusk baked in a wood-fired oven.
Create Like a Local: Time for action! Together, we will prepare the famous Cretan 'Dakos,' the ultimate signature dish of Greece, elevating it with rich, traditional cheese and fresh ingredients.
The Perfect Finale: Our experience concludes in the sweetest, most authentic way: Pure, local thyme honey that captures the intoxicating aromas of Greek nature, plus a shot of traditional Cretan raki to toast to your health!
Become an Olive Oil Expert
Through this experience, you will travel through the rich history of olive oil production. Our experts will reveal all the secrets: how to recognize the right aroma, the perfect texture, and the aftertaste that a truly premium product hides. You will leave with the knowledge of a true connoisseur!
Take the Taste of Greece Home With You
Want to share this experience with your loved ones? Every product you taste, along with an excellent collection of culinary treasures from small, family-owned producers in Crete, is available for purchase at our shop. The perfect opportunity to elevate your home cooking!
Don't Miss Out!
Spots for our daily tasting sessions are limited to keep the experience intimate and friendly.
Book your spot now and get ready for the most delicious memory of your trip to Athens!
Includes
Tasting of two kinds of extra virgin olive oil from different harvest periods
Tasting of two types of olives: Koroneiki variety and Kalamata olive
Tasting of handmade olive paste from Koronian olives
Tasting of traditional Cretan rusk
Explanation of the qualities of each product during the tasting
Insight into traditional olive oil production
Opportunity to purchase products tasted and other Cretan products
Personal bottle of water
Excludes
Transportation to the shop
Accommodation
Meals other than tastings
Important Information
- The session is delivered in English
Designed for food experts, culinary enthusiasts, and anyone eager to explore Cretan olive oil
Products tasted are available for purchase
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
