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Learn to cook real Greek food — with a view

Head to a much-loved rooftop in vibrant Monastiraki, cook traditional Greek dishes with an experienced chef, then enjoy your 3-course dinner overlooking the Acropolis.

The experience

4 hours of real Greek cooking

Head to a much-loved rooftop patio in the vibrant Monastiraki neighbourhood, where you'll be taught how to prepare and cook classic Greek dishes by an experienced chef. The meeting point is at Melanthiou 4 inside the Artist boutique hotel — about a 10-minute walk from Monastiraki metro station.

Get a taste of authentic Greek cuisine during this 4-hour cooking class. You'll be taught how to prepare and cook classic Greek dishes — from tzatziki to spinach pie — with hands-on guidance. Numbers are limited to 12 people, ensuring a genuinely small-group experience with personal attention from the chef.

When your work is done, join your fellow food-lovers on the rooftop to enjoy your freshly prepared 3-course dinner with out-of-this-world views of the city and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Acropolis of Athens. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

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Chef engaging the group around a steaming pot — spices lined up, full attention
See it in action

What a session actually feels like

From the first apron to the last bite on the rooftop — this is what four hours at our cooking class looks like. Small group, great energy, real food.

Athens cooking class in action — click to watch
Cooking class in full swing — steel bowl in foreground, chef gesturing in background
Participant focused on cutting cucumber — authentic hands-on cooking moment
Steam rising from the pot — kitchen energy during the cooking session
Your instructors

Chefs who love to share

Depending on your session, you'll be in the hands of one of our two expert local chefs — each with their own style, but the same passion for authentic Greek cooking.

Chef Spyros explaining a technique during the Athens cooking class
Chef

Spyros

Head Chef · Athens

Spyros brings warmth, humour and deep expertise to every class. Known for making the techniques feel approachable and the stories behind each dish feel personal, he turns a cooking session into something genuinely memorable. Guests consistently describe him as the highlight of their visit to Athens.

  • Expert in traditional Greek home cooking
  • Fluent in English · Engaging storyteller
  • Known for his humour and patience with beginners
Chef Stamatis presenting ingredients at the start of the cooking class
Chef

Stamatis

Head Chef · Athens

Stamatis combines professional precision with a natural ability to educate. He goes beyond just the recipes — explaining the history, the science behind the techniques, and why Greek cuisine is the way it is. His energy is contagious and his classes are always lively.

  • Technically precise, yet accessible to all levels
  • Fluent in English · Passionate about Greek culinary culture
  • Guests love his explanations of the "why" behind each step
The venue

The Artist Hotel Rooftop, Psirri

The class takes place at the rooftop kitchen bar and patio of The Artist hotel — in the vibrant Psirri neighbourhood, steps from Monastiraki Square and Athens Old Town. Your tour concludes inside the Artist lounge after dinner on the rooftop.

The Artist Athens kitchen setup — olive oil bottle and graters on the preparation table
The Artist hotel bar — colourful bottles and Aperol Spritz, the venue after cooking
Dinner at The Artist — candlelit rooftop table at dusk, the perfect ending to the class
Practical info

Everything you need to know

Duration & times
4 hours · Check availability for exact start time
Days
Monday to Friday
Group size & ages
Max 12 participants · Ages 12–99
Dietary
Vegetarians welcome · No gluten-free option · Notify us of serious allergies
Price
Adults 90€ · Confirmation at time of booking
Return
Activity ends back at the meeting point
Cancellation
Full refund if cancelled 24h before · No changes within 24h

Accessibility

  • ✓ Near public transportation (10 min from Monastiraki metro)
  • ✓ Pushchair accessible
  • ✗ Not wheelchair accessible
  • ✗ No participation under 12 years old
  • ✗ Not suitable for serious heart conditions or medical issues

Not included

  • ✗ Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • ✗ Drinks (can be ordered on-site)
  • ✗ Gratuities — not mandatory but appreciated
Ready to cook?

Secure your spot — classes fill up fast.

Small groups of max 12 people. Mon–Fri at 11:00 & 16:00. 100% refund if cancelled 24h before.