Book a Traditional Phyllo Pies Workshop at Lefkada Micro Farm

Overview

Learn one of Greece’s most beloved culinary traditions during the “Traditional Phyllo Pies Workshop at Lefkada Micro Farm,” a 4-hour hands-on cooking class set in the peaceful countryside near Nydri, Lefkada. Hosted on a family-run organic micro farm, this immersive experience teaches you how to prepare authentic Greek phyllo pies from scratch using recipes that have been passed down through generations.

From harvesting fresh ingredients in the garden to baking your creations in a traditional wood-fired oven, the workshop offers an authentic farm-to-table experience that goes far beyond a typical cooking class.

Experience highlights include

• Learn to knead, stretch, fill, and roll traditional Greek phyllo dough by hand.
• Take a guided tour of the organic Lefkada Micro Farm and learn about traditional farming practices.
• Harvest seasonal vegetables and herbs directly from the garden for your recipes.
• Prepare four traditional recipes, including both savory and sweet pies.
• Bake your pies in a wood-fired oven using family recipes over 100 years old.
• Enjoy a homemade lunch together around the farm's communal table.

What’s included

• Four-hour hands-on baking workshop.
• Guided tour of Lefkada Micro Farm.
• Coffee or tea upon arrival.
• All ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Homemade lunch featuring the pies prepared during the workshop.
• Recipes to recreate the dishes at home.

What’s not included

• Transportation to and from the farm.
• Personal purchases.
• Gratuities (optional).

Itinerary

Your experience begins with a warm welcome at Lefkada Micro Farm, where you'll enjoy a coffee or tea before lighting the traditional wood-fired oven and preparing the dough. Under the guidance of your hosts, you'll learn the techniques of kneading and stretching rustic Greek phyllo by hand.

Next, you'll tour the organic farm, harvesting seasonal vegetables and herbs while learning about sustainable farming and local ingredients. Back in the open-air kitchen, you'll prepare four classic recipes:

• Wild greens with feta cheese

• Goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and oregano

• Pumpkin with walnuts, cinnamon, and raisins

• Baklava with honey, cinnamon, and walnuts

While the pies bake in the wood-fired oven, you'll relax with fellow participants before gathering around the farm's communal table to enjoy the freshly prepared meal together.

Who is this experience best for

• Food lovers interested in authentic Greek cuisine.
• Travelers seeking a genuine farm-to-table experience.
• Families looking for an interactive activity.
• Couples wanting a unique cultural experience.
• Home cooks eager to learn traditional Greek recipes.

Insider notes

Unlike many cooking classes that focus solely on preparing food, this workshop immerses you in the entire farm-to-table process, from harvesting ingredients to baking in a traditional wood-fired oven. The recipes come from the hosts' own family traditions, preserving the rustic style of phyllo pies found in the Greek countryside.

The class is intentionally limited to small groups (up to 10 participants), creating a relaxed atmosphere where everyone receives personal guidance. It's also an excellent alternative to a beach day, offering visitors the opportunity to experience Lefkada's rural landscape, traditional hospitality, and culinary heritage.

This tour is sold by Viator.