A Tasteful Variety of Greek Meze at Maria's Home

Visit your hostess, Maria at her home and participate in an immemorable culinary experience. Accompany her to the preparations, enjoy a delicious lunch, and have fun!
THE EXPERIENCE

Maria’s home is one of the best places for you to experience Northern Greece’s traditional cuisine, which is worldwide famous for its unique flavors, many of them originating from Asia Minor’s Greeks. Walk in a warm and hospitable house, where Maria lives and creates.

Take part in a 3-hour entertaining lesson and let your hostess introduce you to the secrets of the local countryside culture. Learn about her cuisine’s fresh ingredients, which are carefully collected from the markets of Modiano and Capani.

Last but not least, enjoy the variety of flavorful dishes, while sharing your stories, discovering new recipes, and having a good time. That special memory of Greece will stay forever in your heart!


THE HOST

Maria, who was raised in Thessaloniki, could be regarded as a traditional cook of her popular city.
She now lives with her daughter, Nefeli, in a cute and vivid apartment, having an amazing view of the Byzantine Walls and the town.
Her talent for cooking, first expressed in her childhood, has been gradually combined with many years of practice in different dishes. Being a friendly and welcoming personality, Maria makes her guests feel very comfortable and at home.


THE PLACE

Vardaris, whose name appears in a number of Greek folk songs, is one of the most central districts of Thessaloniki.

The street, where Maria lives, belongs to a residential neighborhood at a walking distance from many important attractions of the city, such as the Aristotelous Square, the Roman Forum and the White Tower.

The neighborhood is easily accessible on foot, by taxi, your own vehicle, or bus. Maria’s experience could be a perfect activity for you to include in your trip to Thessaloniki or Khalkidhiki.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.