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Greek Island Cooking Holiday

Highlights

  • Stay in an exclusive suite just 50m from the beach.
  • Guided visit to the lively local fish market to select fresh produce.
  • Includes 4 days of cookery lessons & airport transfers from Athens.
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What you'll do

Overview

Immerse yourself in Greek island life on this 7 night Greek cookery holiday in Poros that promises not only a culinary experience but also a cultural one; accommodation is also included in beautiful Greek apartments just 50 metres from the stunning beaches.

2024 Dates
Running every Saturday from mid- April - end of October
- Check availability for your dates.

Tucked away in the peaceful and picturesque village of Askeli in Poros, this friendly cooking school, just a few minutes from the beach is the setting for your Greek cooking holiday experience.

Under the guidance of your fun and friendly Greek host Chef Katerina, you will immerse yourself in Greek life to discover the gastronomic delights of this beautiful area of Poros. Learning about the historical roots of traditional Greek cooking you will learn to cook both traditional and modern Greek dishes.

The aim of the course is to give you the skills to cook fabulous Greek dishes from the region to impress even the most experienced foodies back home. All cooking courses are hands-on and you will all have the chance to visit the lively local fish market and olive groves, lemon groves or an organic Mediterranean vegetable farm.

Combine beautiful Greek sunshine and flavours with fun hands-on Greek cooking lessons on this 7 night / 8 day Greek cookery holiday with a difference.

Arrival

– Check-in to your exclusive suite at the Odyssey centre anytime after 2pm
– Katerina, your chef, will welcome you
– You have the afternoon free to explore Askeli, relax by the pool, or enjoy a swim in the clear blue sea
–  In the evening you will be a guest at the welcome dinner, Katerina will introduce you to some of the food that you will learn to cook during your stay

Accommodation

– Traditional, spacious apartments in 2 different styles
– Located in a tranquil corner of Askeli, just 50 metres from the nearest beach
– Poros is within easy reach of Athens by the modern and efficient ferry service
– Outdoor bistro adjacent to the apartments serving delightful Greek dishes
– Free use of the swimming pool 30 metres from the apartments
– Within close proximity to a large supermarket, bus stop and various tavernas and bars
– Apartments have air conditioning, private bath or shower, TV and veranda or small balcony
– In-room safes are available for a small extra charge which can be arranged on arrival
– Some rooms have fridge and kitchenette (request at time of booking although cannot be guaranteed)

Free time & cooking class

– Enjoy a leisurely Greek breakfast
– After breakfast, you will have a chance to look more closely at the menus and recipes
– Enjoy guided tasting walk around town followed by lunch
– Your first cookery lesson will begin at 2.30pm, followed by a late afternoon drink or a small siesta
– You will return to your class around 5pm to cook the final stages of dinner which will be served in the relaxed evening atmosphere

 

Accommodation

Your stylish apartment

Cooking class & visit to the fish market

– An earlier breakfast will be followed by a walk into Poros Harbour to visit the fish market where you will select a range of ingredients for the day’s cooking
– This will be followed by a visit to a local café for coffee and Greek pastries and some free time
– Mid afternoon you will start to prepare the evening meal from the fish selected at the market
– You will then enjoy dinner you have created in relaxed and sociable surroundings at the centre

Accommodation

Your stylish apartment

Visit to Hydra

– Enjoy a leisurely Greek breakfast
– Today will include a visit to Hydra, with lunch provided
– On return to Poros you will start to prepare the evening meal from the fish selected at the market
– You will then enjoy dinner you have created in relaxed and sociable surroundings at the centre

 

 

Accommodation

Your stylish apartment

Free time & private cooking class

– Enjoy a leisurely Greek breakfast
– This is another free morning for you to do whatever you please on your sunshine holiday on Poros Island
– Lunch will be provided at around 1pm
– This afternoon enjoy a cooking class with your chef
– You will enjoy dinner in the evening either at the bistro or a local restaurant

Accommodation

Your stylish apartment

Olive or lemon groves & cookery lesson

– After breakfast an opportunity to visit either the lemon or olive groves to learn about the use of both these ingredients in Greek cooking, a picnic lunch will be provided
– On returning to the school mid afternoon you will begin your final cooking lesson, a classic Greek meal will then be served in the evening
– One evening in the week you’ll enjoy a delicious Greek cheese and wine tasting

Accommodation

Your stylish apartment

Final day

– After a delicious breakfast you can relax in the sunshine on the beautiful Greek coastline
– Depending on the season, you will visit different locations to learn about the importance of seasonal ingredients in Greek cooking, including local herbs
– Lunch will be provided either at the bistro or as a picnic
– In the evening you will enjoy the finale dinner, a true Greek experience with many surprises!

 

Accommodation

Your stylish apartment

Departure

– After breakfast you are asked to check out of your accommodation by 10am, taking home with you the skills, experience and recipes that will last long after your holiday is over

What's included

Included

  • 7 nights accommodation (solo travellers will be allocated a single room but can upgrade to a double for an additional cost)
  • 4 Greek cooking lessons on days 2, 3, 4 and 6
  • Breakfast daily
  • Lunch over 6 days either at the hotel or a picnic lunch
  • Dinner over 7 evenings including 1 evening meal in a local restaurant or taverna and a farewell dinner on the last night
  • Visit to the local fish market to select fresh produce
  • A seasonal Greek culinary outing
  • Visit to olive or lemon groves or an organic Mediterranean vegetable or herb farm
  • Guided trip to the Island of Hydra
  • Welcome drinks
  • Recipe booklet
  • School apron
  • Private return taxi transfers from Athens airport to Poros Island
  • PLEASE NOTE: Transfers are only provided between 10.30 am - 6.30pm on arrival and only after midday on the return journey
  • Check in anytime after 2pm on day 1 and check out by 10am on day 8
Your local host

Brian

Brian spent around 15 years working in Community Development and Social Work for various public and private agencies and always had a serious interest in outdoor education and skills. He has achieved various coaching certificates and in 2005 decided to put his skills to good use in his own business, with his passion for the outdoors, in particular around his home on the west coast of Scotland and his 'second home' Greece.

Brian runs several trips in Scotland and in Greece, during the year, coordinating activities for both regions, and has a deep knowledge of both locations, the people, places, culture, food and recipes, and will be very excited to meet you and share his knowledge and love of each country with you.

Brian spent around 15 years working in Community Development and Social Work for various public and private agencies and always had a serious interest in outdoor education and skills. He has achieved various coaching certificates and in 2005 decided to put his skills to good use in his own business, with his passion for the outdoors, in particular around his home on the west coast of Scotland and his 'second home' Greece.

Brian runs several trips in Scotland and in Greece, during the year, coordinating activities for both regions, and has a deep knowledge of both locations, the people, places, culture, food and recipes, and will be very excited to meet you and share his knowledge and love of each country with you.

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Location

Stay in traditional Greek apartments located in a tranquil corner of Askeli on the welcoming Island of Poros in Greece, located less than 50 metres from the beautiful waters of Askeli beach and bay.

Nearest airport:
Athens (ATH)

Note: The island of Poros lies around 35 miles south west of Piraeus (the port of Athens)

Transfers:
Transfers are included in the price and to ensure easy access to Poros Island. Transfers will a private taxi transfer ‘meet and greet’ to and from Athens airport/Poros.

What our travellers are saying...

This cooking week far exceeded my expectations. The hospitality from the family-run business there made this trip very special. They are all very friendly and really care whether you are having a good time. And the food was simply divine. Come alone - it doesn't matter, you'll be fine!

Anne

What an amazing holiday. I travelled on my own but met so many friendly people, both cooking and otherwise. Odyssey is a friendly place to stay, the cooking sessions were great fun and we got to eat the food at the end. I thoroughly recommend it.

B Hughes

Brilliant 8 days. Excellent family atmosphere and great fun.

V Rogers

FAQs

Who is it suitable for?

- Suitable for all levels from complete beginners to experienced foodies - Your hosts are Greek but speak perfect English
- Minimum age: 10 (children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)

I'm a solo traveller - can I join?

- These Greek cookery holidays make great singles holidays and in fact, many people travel solo
- Solo travellers can have a private single room in the exclusive suite in the Odyssey centre for no single supplement
- To check availability for singles please contact us at hello@nitgb.com with your preferred date of travel
- If you are looking to travel solo in July and August please contact us at hello@nitgb.com and we may be able to accommodate your request depending on availability, a single supplement may be applicable
- Please note that apartments can accommodate families of up to 5 people, please contact us at hello@nitgb.com or call us for more information.

Can I bring a non-cooking guest?

- Non-cooking guests are welcome to share a room with a cooking guest and prices for the non-cooking guest will be discounted accordingly, please email hello@nitgb.com or call us for details

When can I start?

- This Greek cooking holiday runs on from April to October
- Arrival days are on Saturday
- All courses include 7 nights / 8 days accommodation in the exclusive suite at the Odyssey centre

Are meals included?

- Breakfast is included each day
- 6 Lunches and 7 dinners are also included
- Wine is included with the welcome dinner

How do I get there?

Nearest airport:
Athens (ATH)

Note: The island of Poros lies around 35 miles south west of Piraeus (the port of Athens)

Transfers:
Transfers are included in the price and to ensure easy access to Poros Island. Transfers will a private taxi transfer 'meet and greet' to and from Athens airport/Poros Island.

Your driver will meet and collect you from Athens airport. For collection from Athens airport it is essential that you book flights to arrive into Athens airport no later than 6.30pm and depart no earlier than 12.30pm for your return. You will travel via road through the Peloponnese mountains to a coastal village called Galatas where your taxi will take a small ferry over to Poros island. This journey takes approximately two and half hours.

Important flight notes:
It is advised you book flights to arrive into Athens airport no later than 6.30pm and depart no earlier than 12.30pm on your return.

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