Embark on a captivating full-day journey to uncover the treasures East Attica just a stone’s drop from the center of Athens. This tour with the guidance of our Soul Chef Georgia Koutsoukou promises an immersive experience with some of the region’s most delectable specialties.  Explore the region of Mesogaia through a unique culinary journey and learn all about  Retsina, Greece’s famous resinated wine.

Our Soul Chef Georgia Koutsoukou, will not only guide you through the soul of each ingredient but will share paring tips with you.  Reserve your spot today to immerse yourself in the culinary excellence of this region.

  • DURATION

    6 hours

  • TRAVELLERS

    4-8

  • WHEN

    All year round

  • TRANSPORTATION

    A/C Minivan

  • LANGUAGES

    Greek, English, Italian

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Retsina

Highlights

  • Dairy visit for traditional brunchYour adventure commences with a visit to a local Dairy where you will be able to savor a crunchy piece of cheese pie and a velvet rice pudding.
  • Nature walk and Must Cookie Treat: enjoy the countryside of Mesogeia while gazing at the vineyards, fig orchards, and small chapels.
  • Visit the pine forest of Kouvaras and see how the resin is collected.
  • Retsina Wine Tasting and Pairing.  Continue your gastronomic journey at a renowned winery specializing in Savatiano the local wine variety and Retsina, Greece’s unique resinated wine. According to archaeological finds and countless written accounts regarding its production and consumption, Retsina, or “retinitis oenos” as it was called in antiquity, has been steadily produced for thousands of years. The pine resin was used to seal the mouth of amphorae (ancient ceramic vessels used for storing and transporting wine) and coat their interior for insulation and to prevent the wine from air contact . It was also used as a wine preservative.

What’s included

  • Pick-up and drop-off from a central point in Athens with an A/C Minivan
  • The private services of Soul Chef Georgia Koutsoukou
  • Traditional brunch at the dairy.
  • Nature walk and Must cookie treat.
  • Winery visit and wine tasting of three wine label
  • Wine pairing prepared by the chef on the spot.
  • A bottle of water and a give away present
  • Liability insurance
  • A local culinary expert

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Any purchased products

Cancellation policy

  • Minimum 4 people are required – Maximum 6
  • Please let us know if you have any food allergies or special dietary needs
  • A booking request must be send at least 20 day before

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