Cooking classes in Athens
A cooking class is one of the best ways to take Athens home with you. Classes run all year, so the weather matters more for the rest of your day: Athens is warmest in July at about 94°F (34°C).
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Top cooking classes in Athens
Athens Classic Cooking Class with Market Visit and WineFrom $79View 
Greek Cooking Class in Athens Including Rooftop Dinner with Acropolis ViewFrom $114View 
Greek Small-Group Athens Cooking Class & DinnerFrom $112View
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What to eat and drink in Athens
Classes here usually build the menu around local dishes. Ones to look for:
- Souvlaki
- Grilled meat skewers, served on the stick or in pitta with tzatziki.
- Tzatziki
- Yoghurt with cucumber, garlic and olive oil, served as a dip or with grilled meat.
How to pick a good cooking class
- Check whether you cook every dish yourself or watch a demonstration. Hands-on classes usually cap groups at 10 to 12.
- Morning classes often start with a market walk to buy ingredients; afternoon ones go straight to the kitchen.
- Tell the host about allergies or a vegetarian diet when you book, not on the day.
- Look for a class that sends the recipes home with you, so you can cook them again.
Athens month by month
Averages for downtown Athens, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 56 (13) | 58 (14) | 63 (17) | 70 (21) | 80 (27) | 89 (32) | 94 (34) | 94 (34) | 85 (30) | 76 (24) | 66 (19) | 58 (14) |
| Low °F (°C) | 45 (7) | 45 (7) | 49 (9) | 54 (12) | 63 (17) | 71 (22) | 76 (24) | 76 (24) | 69 (20) | 61 (16) | 54 (12) | 48 (9) |
| Rain, in | 2.2 | 1.7 | 1.8 | 1.1 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 1.0 | 1.5 | 2.8 | 3.0 |
| Sunset (15th) | 5:29 pm | 6:03 pm | 6:32 pm | 8:00 pm | 8:28 pm | 8:49 pm | 8:48 pm | 8:19 pm | 7:34 pm | 6:48 pm | 5:14 pm | 5:07 pm |
Questions
What food is Athens known for?
Souvlaki: grilled meat skewers, served on the stick or in pitta with tzatziki. Tzatziki: yoghurt with cucumber, garlic and olive oil, served as a dip or with grilled meat.
How long does a cooking class take?
Most classes run three to four hours including the meal; ones that start with a market visit take closer to five.
Where can I book cooking classes in Athens?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
