Dive into the culinary customs of Rhodes with a practical cooking experience in the mountains. In an intimate group setting, you'll have the chance to prepare age-old recipes using fresh, local ingredients. Get stuck in and cook like a true local, creating handmade pasta, pies, meze, and sweet treats. Once the cooking is done, gather around the table to share not only the meal but also stories, wine, and laughter - just as a real Greek family would do. You'll be given printed recipes to take away with you so that you can recreate the tastes of Rhodes in your own kitchen.

If you are thinking of doing the cooking class at Rhodian Roots, then don't hesitate! Me and my husband Jamie booked this experience whilst on honeymoon as we are both big foodies and love cooking. Γιαγιά, Gianni, and the rest of the family and staff we met throughout our time there were fabulous. The setting was stunning, and we got to cook 5 traditional Greek dishes from scratch. We then got to sit down and enjoy our food with the family, chat, and drink wine sourced at Rhodian Roots.

For something different, this is well worth doing. Gianni and giagia were excellent hosts. Giagia loved sharing her skills and Gianni was very knowledgeable. Small numbers made it more personal and gave us all an opportunity to chat with the hosts and other guests. A thoroughly enjoyable day, thank you. The only downside maybe lack of transfers being included. Those without a car would struggle to get there unless they spent money on a taxi which may be prohibitive for some due to cost.

Wir waren dort mit 4 weiteren Teilnehmern und sowohl mein Sohn (12 Jahre) als auch mir hat es viel Freude bereitet. Gekocht wurde mit der Großmutter des Betreibers sowie einer Köchin, die uns ebenso angeleitet hat. Wir waren in jeden Schritt eingebunden und konnten am Ende ein leckeres Essen genießen. Sehr empfehlenswert, auch für Kinder

The cooking class was very fun and the people who were organizing it, were super friendly. They made time to answer all our questions and we will definitely recommend it tho other people who are going to Rhodos.

Why you’ll love this…

The tour offers an intimate cooking experience in the mountains of Rhodes
You'll have the opportunity to prepare age-old recipes using fresh, local ingredients
A highlight is creating handmade pasta, pies, meze, and sweet treats

Important to know

Know in advance:

The Cooking Class will be held in a private area at the lower level of Empona's View Restaurant
Please advise of any food allergies at checkout

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 7 days before the experience begins., Receive a 50% refund if you cancel up to 3 days before the experience begins.

What’s included

Drinks
Lunch
Cooking class

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Empona's View restaurant and cafe, Epar.Od. Kalavardas-Empona, Rhodes, Greece

Provider

RHODIAN ROOTS

What people say about this experience

5/5

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Poppy Jones
Traveled as a couple
September 27, 2026
5
United Kingdom
If you are thinking of doing the cooking class at Rhodian Roots, then don't hesitate! Me and my husband Jamie booked this experience whilst on honeymoon as we are both big foodies and love cooking. Γιαγιά, Gianni, and the rest of the family and staff we met throughout our time there were fabulous. The setting was stunning, and we got to cook 5 traditional Greek dishes from scratch. We then got to sit down and enjoy our food with the family, chat, and drink wine sourced at Rhodian Roots.
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Caroline
Traveled as a couple
September 13, 2026
5
United Kingdom
For something different, this is well worth doing. Gianni and giagia were excellent hosts. Giagia loved sharing her skills and Gianni was very knowledgeable. Small numbers made it more personal and gave us all an opportunity to chat with the hosts and other guests. A thoroughly enjoyable day, thank you. The only downside maybe lack of transfers being included. Those without a car would struggle to get there unless they spent money on a taxi which may be prohibitive for some due to cost.
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Mandy
Traveled with family
July 12, 2026
5
Germany
Wir waren dort mit 4 weiteren Teilnehmern und sowohl mein Sohn (12 Jahre) als auch mir hat es viel Freude bereitet. Gekocht wurde mit der Großmutter des Betreibers sowie einer Köchin, die uns ebenso angeleitet hat. Wir waren in jeden Schritt eingebunden und konnten am Ende ein leckeres Essen genießen. Sehr empfehlenswert, auch für Kinder
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Esther
Traveled with family
July 10, 2026
5
Netherlands
The cooking class was very fun and the people who were organizing it, were super friendly. They made time to answer all our questions and we will definitely recommend it tho other people who are going to Rhodos.