Dubrovnik Countryside Cooking Class: Bread & 3-Course Meal

You knead the bread and gather the eggs yourself before the cooking starts.

An authentic garden-to-table cooking class in the Dubrovnik Countryside where you make homemade bread, pick fresh ingredients from the garden, prepare a three- to four-course meal with the host, and eat it together with homemade wine. The class runs five hours and includes pickup from Dubrovnik. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meals are available on request.

The experience

The class starts at a rural homestead where the host walks you through the day's menu: what you'll cook depends on what's growing and what the season offers. You begin by kneading your own bread using a traditional recipe, then move into the garden to see how the vegetables and herbs are grown, collect what you need for the main dish, and gather fresh eggs if the day's menu calls for them. The host speaks English or Croatian and shares stories about the family's 500-year history on the land while your food cooks.

The cooking happens in the homestead kitchen. You'll prepare dishes like a farm-grown chicken stew with fresh vegetables and homemade pasta, or a pork skewer with country-style potatoes and seasonal salad: the exact menu shifts with what's available. If dessert includes milk, you get to milk a goat. All ingredients come from the homestead garden or a local family farm, and everything is seasonal and fresh. The meal is ready for tasting when you're done cooking, served with homemade red or white wine produced on the property. If you prefer not to drink wine, homemade juice is available instead.

Pickup from Dubrovnik is included, and the whole experience takes five hours. The class welcomes vegetarians, vegans and anyone with gluten-free needs. Let the host know in advance what you eat. Homemade fruit liqueurs and brandies are available for tasting, and dried figs and homemade sweets round out the meal.

What’s included

• Pickup from Dubrovnik.
• a three- to four-course meal you prepare together.
• homemade bread made by hand.
• fresh ingredients picked from the garden.
• 3 dl of homemade wine.
• homemade juice for those who prefer it.
• homemade fruit liqueurs and brandies available for tasting.
• dried figs and homemade sweets.
• air-conditioned vehicle for transport.

Before you book

Days and timesThursday and FridayDepartures at 09:30 and 16:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish and Croatian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 26 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Stroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by Kameni Dvori - Holiday Village Konavle

Is this one for you?Five hours is long enough to move through the garden, make bread, cook a full meal and eat it without rushing, but short enough to leave the rest of your day free in Dubrovnik itself.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Croatian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What dishes do I actually make during the cooking class?

The menu changes with the season and what's in the garden that day. You'll typically prepare a three- to four-course meal: examples include homemade bread, cured meat and cheese, a pork or chicken stew with fresh vegetables and homemade pasta, and a dessert like Grandma's cake. The host decides the exact dishes based on what's available.

Do I need cooking experience to join this class?

No. The class teaches traditional and simple cooking methods that work at home, and the host leads you through each step. You start by kneading bread and move through the garden and kitchen at a pace that works for beginners.

What happens if I'm vegetarian or have dietary restrictions?

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meals are all available. Tell the host about your dietary needs when you book, and they'll adjust the menu and ingredients so you cook and eat food that suits you.

How long is the class and what time does it start?

The class runs five hours total. Pickup from Dubrovnik is included, so the timing depends on where you're staying in the city. Confirm the pickup time when you book.

Is the wine included, or do I pay extra for it?

Three decilitres of homemade red or white wine produced on the homestead is included with the meal. Homemade juice is available if you don't drink wine, and homemade fruit liqueurs and brandies are offered for tasting as well.