Ohrid cooking classes
Overview
Available languages
3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
You'll learn new cooking techniques that can easily be repeated at home. I was fortunate enough to grow up among the best cooks, my grandmother and my mother. Let the food be our language. I will introduce you how the ingredients can be made at home. In the past times people didn't have many ingredients and used their skills to make the best possible meal. The most important thing in Macedonian cuisine is that the dishes are made from only a few ingredients and you must use your imagination to make the testiest dish from the available products.
Vegetarians are welcomed.
Please let me know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
What To Expect
Learn the secrets of Macedonian cuisine, with this unique experience in our cozy village house. You will have an opportunity to put your hands into the flour and prepare the specialties named burek and komat, by kneading the dough. The class is completely hands-on and begins with the introduction of the ingredients over a glass of coffee or wine. Also, the participants will prepare the main meal which is pepper with a fill of meat. Taste your handmade prepared lunch, while drinking a glass of famous Macedonian wine and spending some beautiful time in nature. * Small-group tour ensures a personal experience * Rare opportunity to spend time with a local * Includes drinks * Enjoy the beautiful nature surrounding
Sample Menu
starter
komat with cheese / spinach
main
tavce gravce (bean)/ sarma / pindzur
(pindzur is made of garlic, eggplant and peppers and it is traditional Ohrid specialty)
dessert
Dips
The dips can be made of leek or pepper
Options
Ohrid cooking classes
Pickup included
What‘s Included
2 glasses of wine per guest
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea
ingredients
hotel pick up and drop- off
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
36 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing!!
J4412VDanthonyp,Jul 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience, food was delicious and very traditional. The host was lovely and very hospitable, a must do when visiting Ohrid!
Fun activity with great hosts
ldnier89,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sonja and her husband are very nice and hospitable people who make you feel at home during the whole activity. As we had a rental car we agreed on meeting at a gas station just out of town around noon and were escorted to the location the cooking class took place at (a nice and quiet garden compound). On arrival we were welcomed by their dog Whitey, a really nice guy! During the class we could participate in preparation of all dishes, so you won't get bored. In our class, we prepared Komat (Burek), some nice dips and Tavče Gravče. As plenty of food is prepared, I would suggest only having a light breakfast. If you have any food allergies or preferences, make sure to tell Sonja beforehand and she will make sure that the requirements are met. The class took about 3.5 hours that just flew by, as it was a lot of fun!
More Than a Cooking Class, A Core Memory
Annelle C,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was one of the most special experiences of my trip. Because it was so close to Easter, it ended up being a private 1-on-1 experience, which made it even more personal and meaningful. Sonja welcomed me into her home like family, and I was lucky enough to also meet her mother and mother-in-law, which made it feel even more authentic. We cooked together in her apartment kitchen, completely hands-on, with coffee, conversation, and so much warmth. It didn’t feel like a class at all, more like spending time with family, learning, laughing, and sharing stories. Her husband even kindly picked me up and later we all enjoyed a beautiful walk back into town together. If you’re looking for something real, personal, and full of heart in Ohrid, this is it. A truly unforgettable experience.
Authentic Macedonian cooking class!
Jeremiah S,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Maybe one of the best culinary experiences ever had! Sonja was amazing! A gracious and friendly host who welcomed us into her home to prepare traditional Macedonian dishes
We had the pleasure of a...
Rosa M,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had the pleasure of a cooking class with Sonja this summer and had the most wonderful time. Pick up and drop off was super smooth. Sonja was incredibly accommodating of us being vegetarian and we cooked delicious dishes with Sonja providing some cultural and historical context behind the dishes. A beautiful setting, fabulous company and an absolute must-do if you are visiting Ohrid!
North Macedonia food and culture at once
karsteinh2025,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sonja taught us beech and filled the paprika from the bottom. Common food in North Macedonia. A tasteful and - for Norwegian gourmets - strong dip that was used for everything from snack to dinner. But maybe so educational and experience-rich was the conversation over cooking and eating about life and culture in North Macedonia. It was a memorable afternoon with more understanding of the country. Highly recommended to anyone who wants to experience genuine Macedonian hospitality and learn to cook delicious food with the heart!
Highly recommend!
Louise L,Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an absolutely wonderful time on our cooking class! We were welcomed with open arms into their home, and loved our time making traditional Macedonian food. We enjoyed our delicious lunch with our new friends and their lovely pets!
Amazing Cooking Class with Amazing Hosts!
Lyndee K,Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a must do activity in Ohrid! Sonja and Zoran were fantastic hosts, lovely and so hospitable. They picked us up and drove us to their gorgeous weekend cottage where we learnt how to cook 3 traditional Macedonian dishes which were absolutely amazing, so delicious and simple once you know how. We also sampled some rajika, local beer, wine and Turkish coffee which were all lovely. I definitely recommend doing this activity, as this is one of the best activities I have ever done, it was so much fun and we learnt so much! I can’t wait to replicate the recipes we learnt with Sonja for our friends and family back home!
You must do this cooking class
marmorri,Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had the most amazing time with Sonia and her husband, they were so welcoming and friendly and made us feel at home. We cooked delicious food and all the steps were easy to follow. After we cooked we all sat together and ate and chatted and had a few drinks. I would definitely recommend this trip to anyone who visits Macedonia and we will try and re-create some of the dishes at home.
Sonia picked us up at the...
Sandra P,Jul 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sonia picked us up at the designated spot and welcomed us to her lovely country home. The environment was charming and we were involved in all aspects of meal preparstion. The best part was sharing a traditional Macedonian meal with our hostess and her husband. We very warm and inviting experience.
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