• Mageirotechneio Taverna Paraga - The tour starts in the unspoilt mountain village of Apollona nestled on the foothills of Profitis Ilias.
  First, you will stop for a quick tour of an all-women’s agricultural co-operative and learn how these proud, resourceful women run their enterprise and why they decided to do so. Here you will see them making one of their local delicacies and be introduced to all their products.
  From there, after a relaxing walk through the village, you will visit a local winery and learn about various Rhodian grape varieties. Here, after sampling some local wines you will understand first-hand why Rhodes produces many award-winning wines.
  The highlight of the tour will be a cooking class from an expert local cook in the village who will share her secrets in making traditional, famous Greek dishes including tzatziki and aubergine salad. Learn how to make dolmadakia and Greek cheese pies too!
  Finally, you conclude your time in Apollona by feasting on the exceptional lunch that you and your fellow cooks have lovingly prepared.
  Before you leave Apollona, you will visit a traditional Greek Kafeneion and learn how to prepare the most traditional Greek Coffee and of course sample one for yourselves!

• Visit a traditional ‘Kafeneion’
• Local Guide(s)
• All fees and/or taxes
• Cooking Class
• Tasting of 7 local wines (Rhodian Varieties) for 18 years old and above only
• Lunch
• Visit the Apolloniatisses - a local women’s co-operative

• Any personal expenses

• Tzatziki
• Salad with lettuce, zucchini, apple & manouri
• Cheese pies
• Eggplant salad
• Dolmadakia
• Goat with chickpeas - Vegetarian dishes can be available upon request

Embark on a journey that uncovers the cultural facets of Rhodes through its gastronomic practices and culinary artistry. Our excursion, Tasting Rhodes, allows you to immerse yourself in the island’s lifestyle, specifically related to Food and Drink. Introduce your palate to an array of Greek delicacies that promise to be a unique experience. Experience the thrill of tasting Rhodes’ native wine and cuisine, inclusive of a thrilling cooking class!

Tasting Rhodes – Key Highlights:

• Explore a classic village nestled at the base of Mt Profitis Ilias, in the heart of Rhodes Island
• Get a first-hand experience of a female agricultural co-operative and a conventional ‘Kafeneion’
• Indulge in a local winery’s wine tasting session
• Master the art of Greek and Rhodian recipes with an expert chef!

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.