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Naxos: Cooking experience near Kouros, Tour and Live Music
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Overview
- Garden to Table: Authentic Greek Cooking in a Historic Setting
- Relish the scenic route to the Kouros Statue
- Live traditional music and dances
- Step into our outdoor kitchen, where the aroma of wood-stove cooking beckons.
- Bountiful garden, nurtured by the crystal-clear waters of ancient springs
Activity location
- Melanes
- Melanes, Greece
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Νάξος 843 00, Ελλάδα | Parking of Kouros Statue
- Naxos, Greece
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Sorry this activity isn't available on Sun, 13 Jul
What's included, what's not
- Here’s what you can look forward to:
- A Warm Welcome: Start your journey with local drinks and delectable sweets.
- Scenic Valley Tour: Explore the historic valley, picking fresh fruits and vegetables straight from the trees and gardens.
- Historic Olive Press: Discover an old olive press and learn about the traditional methods of olive oil production.
- Hands-On Cooking: Dive into traditional local recipes, cooking with an ancient wood oven and open fire.
- Kouros Statue Visit: As our delicious food cooks, enjoy a guided tour to the historic Kouros statue.
- Delicious Lunch: Savour your culinary creations with local wine, all while enjoying live traditional music.
- Live traditional music: Following a delightful lunch, immerse yourself in the authentic sounds of Naxian culture with live traditional music featuring the enchanting melodies of the violin and lute.
- Dance Experience: Learn the basic steps of traditional dances and join in the fun for a truly immersive Naxos experience.
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- Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users
What you can expect
Estia Kouros Empeiria is situated in an area known as “Flerio”, adjacent to the village of Melanes. Nestled beside the iconic Kouros of Melanes statue and blessed by ancient springs that nourish our flourishing garden, our cooking lessons stand as the epitome of gastronomic indulgence.
Our culinary odyssey begins with a celebration of local recipes and the freshest ingredients plucked straight from our bountiful garden. Uncover traditional cooking methods and become skilled in preparing the most cherished Greek recipes.
The crackle of the fire and the scent of local ingredients combine to create an unforgettable sensory “empeiria” (experience).
As your creations simmer to perfection, take a leisurely tour to the nearby Kouros of Melanes statue. Following a delightful lunch with local wine, immerse yourself in the authentic sounds of Naxian culture with live traditional music featuring the enchanting melodies of the violin and lute.
Join us, as we guide you through the rhythmic steps of local dances, allowing you to immerse yourself in the heart and soul of the island's traditions.
Location
Activity location
- Melanes
- Melanes, Greece
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Νάξος 843 00, Ελλάδα | Parking of Kouros Statue
- Naxos, Greece