Orlofseignir í Agia Paraskevi Amari Rethimno

A unique opportunity to see & learn about local life through the eyes of a local expert. We will visit local olive groves and learn how we used to harvest the olive trees in the past and how we do nowadays. We will visit local greenhouses and learn about their cultivation. After our walking tour we are going to have a tasty picnic with local meze & raki under the shadow of big olive tree! Moreover, my mum will show you how we make Cretan cheese and you will have the chance to taste it right away! Live it! :) Other things to note Please let us know of any dietary requirements or food allergies at the time of booking and we will prepare all the necessary changes. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum drinking age is 18 years old. You can present your electronic voucher for this activity.

You'll prepare 5 different Cretan family’s recipes in an outdoor cooking space. You'll cook with pure and natural ingredients from our farm. You'll learn cooking techniques from mama Stella, our specialist in traditional Cretan cuisine. All the equipment and your personal apron will be provided by us. It's a 100% hands-on cooking experience! Local homemade refreshments and water will provided, too. In the end of the cooking experience, you will enjoy your own creations with some of local wine. Moreover, the leftovers will be packed and you can take them with you! The event will last approximately 3 to 3.5 hours and it will take place in our farm. We will cook in an open cooking space between two big olive trees! Also, you will receive a personal gift bag with organic products from our family farm! Furthermore, you'll receive all recipes and photographs from your experience via email. All in all, we would love to welcome you in our farm & be part of our family. Love to become a Cretan chef yourself having a unique cooking experience all together and sharing authentic Cretan flavors! Other things to note Please let us know of any dietary requirements or food allergies at the time of booking and we will prepare all the necessary changes in your menu. For safety reasons, children (under 18 years old) must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum drinking age is 18 years old

Together we will start going to the farm where we will see the animals (goats, chickens, rabbits, dogs) and take care of them. .We make all farming job and we will see the view of Libyan Sea. At the and we will make cheese and we will taste it with local raki!!

When you arrive at the square of the historical and picturesque village of Patsos , you will enjoy a traditional treat of Mrs. Maria, the owner of the traditional Patsos Taverna (operating since 1933). Next to the Taverna is the village fountain with spring water. Five minutes down the road, we arrive at the byzantine church of 13th century A.D. We continue enjoying the mosaic formed by the contrasting colours. After 1.5 km we stop at the cave chapel of St.Antonios. Here, Hermes was worshiped thousands of years B.C. The beauty is truly wild with rich flora and fauna. As we hike, we will cross 2 wooden bridges and ladders to assist us. After about 2 hours, we arrive in front of another magical landscape. It is a huge lake surrounded by tall and shaded trees. After enjoying the fantastic water lands, all your senses will be stimulated. There are more optional hikes or we can drive back. At the end of the tour we return to Maria's Tavern, to relive the dream once again of delicious, organic traditional dishes of fresh vegetables, meat & virgin olive oil all produced in family fields. NOTE:The water level at this time is still high making it impossible reach all the way to the lake by foot but we can complete the majority of the gorge and enjoy the spectacular cliffs, soaring birds and beautiful wild flowers. Other things to note An "Escape to Patsos" is always a family and warm setting, which feels like-at-home miles away and its a pleasure to find for my friends every time new things for this experience!

The Cretan cuisine is considered to be the best example of the Mediterranean regime, which benefits greatly your health. Make the best of your holidays in a creative way and have in " Vegera" Zaros a unique experience from Cretan way of life. Get hands-on Cretan cooking courses with the locals Other things to note Zaros Village is in the Center of Crete 35klm south from Herakleio town. You must check the distance from your hotel before do a reservation.