• Karimalis Winery & Farmhouse Restaurant - ikarianwine - Participants can engage in the cooking process or take notes, and at the conclusion of the lesson, the meal is shared by everyone, accompanied by wine from the family’s winery.

Ikarian cuisine, which is predominantly vegetarian (plant-based), highlights fresh vegetables and organic ingredients like legumes, cereals, and flours, along with fresh (and sometimes dried) aromatic plants and herbs that are rich in nutrients and offer unique flavors and aromas. Olive oil is primarily added towards the end of cooking. Most dishes are prepared in a wood oven. Meat is rarely used, and when it is, it comes exclusively from the farm. Fish is more frequently included in the menu and is exceptionally fresh, sourced directly from Ikaria’s fishermen. The farm produces 100% of the fruits, vegetables, aromatic herbs, goat’s cheese, eggs, olive oil, and olives. The bread is pre-leavened and made from 100% Greek flours of ancient origin. These pure ingredients, combined with the light cooking methods traditional in Ikaria, result in food that retains its full nutritional value, including antioxidants, enzymes, vitamins, and minerals.

• Guide in person
• Cooking lesson
• All cooking ingredients
• Wine during lunch
• Lunch

• Any private expenses

These cooking classes unveil the secrets of longevity found in the island’s distinctive cuisine. Participants will have the opportunity to learn how to prepare and cook three or four dishes from the predominantly plant-based Ikarian cuisine. They can choose to actively participate in the cooking process or take notes, and at the conclusion of the class, everyone will enjoy the prepared dishes together, accompanied by wine from the family’s winery.

Local cuisine is closely connected to longevity, as demonstrated by studies conducted by American and European research teams. These researchers have collaborated with the Karimalis family to gather information and data on the Ikarian lifestyle and local cuisine, which is rooted in traditional recipes.

• We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 18 years old and above. Minor travelers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.

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