Santorini: Cave House Cooking Class & Greek Meal with Wine

Summary

Cook classic Greek dishes in a Santorini cave house then share them on the terrace with local wine

You’ll step into a Santorini cave house kitchen for hands-on Greek cooking guided by locals, then share your meal on a sunlit terrace with wine and laughter. Expect fresh flavors, stories behind each dish, and recipes to take home—plus dessert and strong coffee as you soak up real island hospitality.

What’s the experience like?

“This is the kitchen,” said George, waving his hand at the whitewashed walls of the old cave house near Fira. It smelled like oregano and something sweet I couldn’t place yet. We’d just arrived—me still fiddling with my apron—and already there were little plates of mezedes and a glass of Assyrtiko in my hand. I tried to pronounce “melitzanosalata” right but Li (our host) laughed and said it didn’t matter as long as I ate it. The cave was cool even though outside the sun felt like it might melt the blue paint off every door in Santorini.

We chopped tomatoes (so red they looked fake), kneaded dough that stuck to my fingers, and George kept nudging us to taste things as we went—raw olive oil, salty cheese, something lemony on my tongue that made me close my eyes for a second. He told stories about his grandmother’s recipes and why you never rush fava beans. At one point someone’s phone buzzed but nobody reached for it; everyone was too busy licking sauce off their fingers or trying to get the feta just crumbly enough. I didn’t expect to laugh so much while learning how to roll dolmades.

After everything was cooked, we carried our plates out onto the terrace. The breeze smelled faintly of thyme from somewhere up the hill. Lunch was loud—wine glasses clinking, forks scraping plates clean, Li telling us about her favorite bakery in Pyrgos. Dessert came last (of course), and then tiny cups of Greek coffee that tasted almost chocolatey if you let them cool a bit. They handed out recipe books but honestly I’m not sure anything will taste quite like it did in that cave house with those people around me. Still think about that view sometimes—you know?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Cooking and tasting traditional Greek meal

• Arrive at cave home
• Welcome with appetizers and local wine
• Prepare 5 traditional Greek dishes
• Enjoy meal on terrace
• Finish with dessert and Greek coffee
• Receive recipe book

Top questions

Where is this Santorini cooking class held?

The class takes place in a 1920s cave house specially designed for cooking experiences near Fira in Santorini.

What dishes do we cook during the class?

You’ll prepare five traditional Greek dishes using local ingredients under guidance from the chef.

Is wine included in this Santorini cooking experience?

Yes, local wine is served along with appetizers at arrival and during your meal on the terrace.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated?

Please inform them of any dietary restrictions when booking—they’ll do their best to adjust recipes.

Do I get recipes to take home after the class?

Yes, you receive a specially designed recipe book with all dishes prepared during your experience.

Can children join this Santorini cooking class?

Infants and small children can join; prams or strollers are welcome in the space.

How long does the whole experience last?

The activity typically lasts several hours including cooking time, meal on the terrace, dessert, and coffee.

What’s included

Your day includes appetizers and local wine on arrival, all ingredients and tools needed for hands-on Greek cooking guided by locals inside a Santorini cave house, a full meal enjoyed on the terrace with more wine or soft drinks, complimentary dessert plus Greek coffee at the end, and your own recipe book to take home.