Greek Meze Cooking class and dinner with an Acropolis view

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Grab a fork and get ready! Welcome to the epitome of Greek food, the Greek meze table. Join our meze class for an evening of laughter, ouzo, and most of all, plate after plate of detectable Greek food.

- Totally hands-on class

- Learn to cook at least 6 traditional Greek meze dishes

- Enjoy good Greek wine or spirits and nibbles while cooking

- Small groups for a totally personalized experience

After our class you will take with you

- the recipes of what you cooked

- tips to make your stay in Athens even better

- memories from one of the best meals you had in Athens

Our classes take place at CookinAthens, a cooking studio at a totally renovated loft in the center of Athens with a breathtaking view of the Acropolis.

Vegetarians and vegans are welcome. Please let us know upon booking for any dietary restriction, food allergies or dislikes.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Mezes (mezedes for plural) is a small plate of hot or cold dish, served alongside other mezedes. Mezedes have a dual purpose. First to complement the drink (and by drink we mean Greek spirits like ouzo, raki etc) and then to provide a reason for social gathering. Once we’ve all gotten to know each other, we will talk about the menu and the recipes we are going to cook. You will learn how to cook a 6+ Greek meze dinner using the best local ingredients and following traditional family recipes which we will all devour afterwards while talking, laughing and drinking good Greek wine. To ensure all class participants learn the most important parts of the given menu, certain key techniques (such as making dough for pies from scratch) will be executed by all class participants. By the end of the class our guests will be able to recreate the full menu when they get back home. Other things to note - Please inform for any food allergies or dislikes upon booking. - All classes can be vegetarian or vegan upon request - Private classes are available upon request as well as classes at desired days/time. - We can cancel bookings in case the minimum number of participants (4) is not reached

Sample Menu

starter

Tzatziki

yogurt dip with garlic, cucumber and dill

starter

Small cheese pies

cheese pies with handmade phyllo

main

Dolmades

vine leaves with rice and herbs

main

Stuffed peppers with cheeses

Banana peppers stuffed with cheese and baked in the oven

dessert

Baklava rolls

phyllo, almonds, spices

main

Soutzoukakia

Beef with spices served with pita bread

starter

Eggplants

Eggplants with tomato sauce and cheese

What‘s Included

Greek wine and traditional spirits

Dinner

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Greek Meze Cooking class and dinner with an Acropolis view

Reviews

5.00

40 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fabulous Experience with Cook in Athens and Chef Marilena!
JamesArmin,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Marilena and her team graciously hosted our group for an absolutely delightful late afternoon Greek Meze Cooking Class. Our group of 11 enjoyed the camaraderie of cooking together in addition to Marilena's easy and effortless style of providing instruction. She's a hands on instructor along with her team helping right along with us. We found the cooking area well prepped and spotlessly clean. The area was continuously checked for cleanliness and wiped down as needed. We ended the session sitting around a large dining table savoring every bite. The next day we received a lovely recipe pamphlet that included eac dish we made including pages of additional recipes. Our complete meze menu included: Cheese pies baked in the oven Dolmadakia (stuffed grape leaves) Kleftiko (pork with peppers, onions, and spices) Saragli (rolled baclava) Soutzoukakia (rolled meatballs) Stuffed peppers with savory cheese filling Tzatziki If you enjoy food and spending time in the kitchen, this class is a must while visiting Athens. You'll come away with new friends and an appreciation for well-made Greek cuisine.
Awesome experience to end my wonderful time in Athenes
Hugo M,,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The relaxed and fun atmosphere of the class, The cooking class was an incredible experience and I recommend it to everyone who wants to learn how to cook or improve their cooking skills. Don't hesitate to sign up! I would like to add that the instructor chef was very attentive and made sure that me and my husband felt comfortable and safe in the kitchen.
Highly recommended!
cposgay,,Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This class was fantastic. The hosts were warm and funny. We made 7 dishes, from grape leaves to baklava. The whole day was fun and we learned a lot, then we got to feast on our creations. Bring your appetite, it’s a lot of food!
Great experience- especially as family
Shawna J,,Jul 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a great time! Everyone was involved and the food was delicious. My picky 12 yo even ate! Hosts were helpful and engaging.
Wonderful experience! Very accommodating! You don’t want to miss this
Crazysocks123,,Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This class was amazing!! It was completely hands on and Marilena and Artemis were so patient and accommodating with our entire family. We even had a baby with us and they were so happy to have her join in on the experience. The food turned out delicious. Most dishes fresher and better than any of the Greek restaurants we ate at. You don’t want to miss this!
Easy cooking in Athens
NorthStar39258594786,,Jun 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great cooking experience, very professional and well organised. The kitchen was spacious and air conditioned. The instructor could speak good English, as could her assistants, and they were very inclusive in getting people involved. The food was delicious, all several dishes prepared, cooked and eaten within the allocated 2hour class timeframe. Excess food was returned to us for later and the recipes were shared by email. Overall we loved our class and so glad we did it, and believe the food is easily reproducible at home. We highly recommend this experience.
Highlight of our trip!!
catherinebZ1576TP,,Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This is a must do!! The food was honestly the best we had in Athens and the experience was unforgettable. Marilena and her team made the experience light hearted and fun, but also informative! You do not have to be an amazing cook to have fun in this class. It’s a great way to experience Greece in the air conditioning and you get to keep all of the amazing recipes to recreate at home! We highly recommend!!
A Must-Do in Athens: Fun, Delicious, and Memorable
F8546WPdavidt,,Jun 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had the most fantastic experience with Cooking Athens, one of the absolute highlights of our trip. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel so welcome. The host was friendly, knowledgeable and brought such energy to the class. The atmosphere was relaxed, fun and social, with clear instructions and plenty of encouragement along the way. The ingredients were top quality and everything we made was packed with flavour. We learnt traditional techniques and useful tips we can now use at home. The whole experience was hands-on but never rushed, with time to enjoy the cooking and chat with the group. Sitting down together to eat the meal we’d prepared (with delicious local wine) was such a brilliant way to end the evening. The food was outstanding and the company even better. If you’re visiting Athens, don’t miss this experience. Whether you’re a foodie or just curious about Greek cooking, you’ll come away with great memories, new skills and a very full stomach. Highly, highly recommend.
5 stars for meze cooking class
MaliaM 13,,Apr 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful time at the cooking class with our adult children, and learned many recipes we plan to make at home. Marilena and Artemis were welcoming, knowledgeable and so much fun. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Athens!
Exceeded our expectation
EK H,,Nov 23, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had such fun making and eating all the dishes, especially cheese pie and baklava with filo pastry sheets. The place was clean, well equipped, friendly and professional staff. Thank you!