Book a Santorini Cooking Class with Professional Chef

Overview

Learn to cook authentic Greek and Santorini-style dishes in a hands-on culinary class that takes you behind the scenes of local food culture. This small-group experience begins with a market visit in Santorini to choose fresh seasonal ingredients and understand what makes the island’s produce unique, then moves to a kitchen where a professional chef guides you step-by-step through preparing traditional dishes. You’ll enjoy the meal you’ve helped create paired with local wine or drinks, pick up recipes to take home, and gain insight into Greek cooking techniques and flavour profiles. The relaxed, social format makes this both an educational and delicious way to experience Santorini’s gastronomy. (viator.com)

Experience highlights include:

• Shop for fresh local ingredients at a traditional Santorini market with your chef (viator.com)
• Prepare a multi-course meal featuring Greek and regional specialties under the guidance of a professional chef (viator.com)
• Learn classic Greek cooking techniques, tips and flavour combinations (viator.com)
• Enjoy the dishes you prepare paired with local wine or soft drinks (viator.com)
• Take home printed recipes so you can recreate Greek favourites later (viator.com)
• Small-group format for personalised instruction and interaction with the chef (viator.com)

What’s included

• Guided walk to the local market to select ingredients (viator.com)
• Hands-on cooking class with professional chef instruction (viator.com)
• Multi-course meal prepared during the class (viator.com)
• Local wine or soft drinks paired with your meal (viator.com)
• Printed recipes to take home (viator.com)
• Bottled water and kitchen amenities (viator.com)

What’s not included

• Transportation to/from the meeting point unless transfer is selected at booking (viator.com)
• Personal expenses not detailed in the tour description (viator.com)
• Gratuities for your chef and staff unless otherwise indicated (viator.com)

Itinerary

Meet your chef at a central location in Santorini and head together to a local market where seasonal produce, herbs and other ingredients are chosen for your cooking class. Learn about what makes Santorini’s local ingredients special as you browse stalls and interact with vendors. Return to the kitchen where your chef introduces the selected recipes and explains the techniques you’ll use. Under professional guidance you’ll prepare a multi-course Greek meal that might include dips, salads, fresh seafood or meats, and a traditional dessert. Once the cooking is complete, sit down with your small group to enjoy the dishes paired with local wine or soft drinks, asking questions and discussing tips with your host. Recipes are provided so you can recreate your favourite dishes at home. The experience concludes at the class venue.

Who is this experience best for

This Santorini cooking class is ideal for food lovers and culinary travellers who want hands-on experience with Greek cooking beyond simply tasting dishes. It suits visitors who enjoy interacting with local chefs, learning kitchen techniques, and understanding the cultural context behind ingredients and recipes. The small-group format also makes it suitable for couples, friends, or solo travellers looking for a social, educational activity.

Insider notes

Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for a kitchen environment, and be prepared for some walking and standing during the market visit and cooking session. If you have dietary restrictions or allergies, inform the operator when booking so they can adjust the menu where possible. The class often takes place in small, open kitchens, so arriving a few minutes early helps ensure you’re settled before the market walk begins.

This tour is sold by Viator.