Greek Cooking Class

About this course

The class begins with a demonstration covering the evening’s Greek menu, techniques and preparation tips. Participants then make three dishes from scratch, with chefs available to provide guidance during the cooking process. The menu includes an orange, parsley and olive salad; sumac and pomegranate chicken with skordalia and griddled aubergine; and pistachio and honey cigars with cardamom yoghurt. Knife skills, flavour balance, preparation organisation and presentation are among the techniques covered, followed by eating the prepared dishes.

What you'll learn

• Apply basic knife skills to ingredient preparation
• Prepare three classic Greek dishes from scratch
• Use techniques for balancing flavours in Greek-style cooking
• Organise the preparation of a multi-dish menu
• Present prepared dishes for serving

Is this course right for you?

The course is listed as suitable for all levels and accommodates people booking alone, as a pair or in a group. It combines an initial demonstration with active preparation, while chefs provide guidance during the cooking. The all-levels label indicates that the class is not restricted to a particular stage of experience, without establishing a specific prior-experience requirement.

• Participants are expected to take part in the cooking rather than only observe.
• The format can accommodate solo participants, pairs and groups.

Before you go

• All necessary equipment and food are provided.
• Wine is available throughout the class.
• Recipe booklets are emailed after the class.
• The class can cater for low-fat and gluten-free diets, although no alternative pudding is provided for gluten-free requirements. Vegetarian and vegan options can be arranged on request.