Cooking class in Chania

Veerna's Kitchen

Learn to Cook Authentic Cretan Foods and Enjoy a traditional Cretan meal in a 5-star! experience

Cook and eat like a local at the best cooking class in Chania

Welcome

To our Family

Cook with our family! Your hosts are sister and brother, Veerna and Kosti. Veerna is in charge of the preparations and will teach you everything. Kosti is in charge of the wood-fire oven.

Our Classes

Learn how to cook authentic Cretan foods in a picturesque setting, under the shade of avocado and olive trees in a secluded area of Chania.

Learn the secrets of sour-dough,prepare and bake your own-unique bread loaf in a wood-fire oven, and combine it with extra-virgin olive oil tasting and a meal!

Turn your villa into a Cretan kitchen. Hands-on cooking class with a local.

Not just another Cooking Class

Passion & Expertise
Veerna is one of the best cooks in the area. Her kalitsounia have been selling like hot cakes for years.
100% natural ingredients
All the ingredients are picked straight from the garden, or sourced from local farmers.
Family
You are invited into our home. Grandmas, aunts, cousins, and friends for instance are always stopping by to meet our guests and give you an authentic Cretan experience.
customer satisfaction
Don't take our word for it. Check out our hundrends of 5* reviews.
  • star ratingAmazing class! - this cooking class was so much fun! it was a perfect mix of fun and educational, and the food was really delicious. the family did a great job running the... read more

    avatar thumb Laura N
    September 21, 2026

    star ratingGREAT EXPERIENCE! We love Veerna & Family! - My boyfriend and I had an amazing time at Veerna’s cooking class. We truly felt like part of the family. We learned so much about Crete and their recipes. We... read more

    avatar thumb ginanatoli
    September 21, 2026

    star ratingSourdough heaven - We did the Sourdough class on Thursday 17th September and can't recommend it highly enough. Myself and my better half were the only two in the afternoon/evening class and we... read more

    avatar thumb OrtAlbion
    September 20, 2026
  • star ratingCooking Class - Awesome time at Veernas. We booked this last minute at 10 PM at night and immediately got confirmed and was asked if we need pick up, or if we’re driving.... read more

    avatar thumb Hossam E
    September 18, 2026

    star ratingOne of our favorite experiences in Crete! - We did the sourdough bread-baking class and olive oil tasting during our honeymoon, and it was such a fun, authentic experience. From the moment we arrived, we felt incredibly welcomed.... read more

    avatar thumb Christine G
    September 18, 2026

    star ratingWonderful! - We had a wonderful time with the cooking class. The family is very nice and welcoming! The recipes tasted very good, and the method is fun and aesthetically pleasing.

    avatar thumb konababe5
    September 18, 2026
  •   A thoroughly worthwhile evening cooking authentic Cretian food. Our hosts were fantastic providing us with a history lesson, fantastic location and delicious authentic food. I highly recommend this cooking class!

    thumb Amy
    September 20, 2026

      I could not give this family and this activity enough stars or praise !!! Hands down the best thing we did across our 16 day Greece trip!!

    thumb Mikayla
    September 19, 2026

      This was such a fun cooking class! My husband and I have done multiple classes internationally and this was one of our favorites!

    thumb Ashley
    September 18, 2026

      It was an amazingly great experience. The food was great, and so was the cultural history behind it. I can highly recommend it.

    thumb Anke
    September 18, 2026
  •   Me and my partner attended this class on our honeymoon and we couldn't have asked for better hosts. We connected with the other guests really well and had an amazing... read more

    thumb Josephine
    September 18, 2026

      This was a highlight of our trip to Crete. The hosts were incredibly kind and knowledgeable. The class was easy to follow and the food was delicious. I would recommend... read more

    thumb Kennedy
    September 18, 2026

      Such a great day spent cooking, meeting people and enjoying Cretan hospitality.
    Certainly learned a few things I can take back home.
    Big thanks to Veerna and Kosta and the... read more

    thumb Shane A
    September 18, 2026

      Wonderful cooking class! Would recommend anyone slightly interested to just book it! It’s totally worth it!

    thumb Blake
    September 11, 2026
  •   Amazing experience. Great hosts was fun meeting guests and fantastic learning experience and food

    thumb Alejandro
    September 4, 2026

      We had a wonderful time! All the hosts are super friendly, open and accommodating. There was a lot of information about the various dishes, and everything was explained really well.... read more

    thumb Luca
    September 4, 2026

      We loved this cooking class! It is hosted by a local family (not a large company) and we learned how to make a number of traditional Cretan foods which were... read more

    thumb Claudia
    September 4, 2026

      This brother and sister duo have been the highlight of our trip to Crete. They were warm, funny, and inviting. They had that banter that siblings that love each other... read more

    thumb Erik
    September 4, 2026
  •   If you want an authentic Cretan experience with locals & amazing food, this is it! You are met with the warmest hospitality by the host family & then meet your... read more

    thumb Brittany
    August 28, 2026

      The class was amazing, they are lovely people and very professional. I had great time. Highly recommend to book a class with them.

    thumb Brigitta
    August 1, 2026

      This was a fun group activity that took around 4 hours. A great history of Crete and good food.

    thumb Marshall
    August 1, 2026

      An absolutely wonderful class, the food was delicious, the host was wonderful and knowledgeable and so sweet and kind. You could tell this is her passion and she’s so happy... read more

    thumb Richard
    August 1, 2026
  •   My mom and I LOVED this class! We don’t cook very much so we weren’t sure how we would do, but they were so helpful, explained everything well, and made... read more

    thumb Marissa
    August 1, 2026

      Had a wonderful time being welcomed into the hosts home. Delicious food and drink and learned a lot! YUM!

    thumb Alex
    August 1, 2026

      The food was excellent! The hosts were amazing. Veerna, Costa, Alex and Makis could not have been more inviting. They are a great team and made us feel like part... read more

    thumb Tracey
    July 1, 2026

      Professional approach by the hosts.
    Anyone who likes authentic Cretan cuisine will be in their element.
    I can only refer

    thumb Lubomír
    July 1, 2026

Cooking Class Location

Our classes are both commenced in the same location.

Chania Cooking Class is located 10-15 minutes from the center of Chania in the beautiful neighborhood of Nerokourou. Veerna’s Kitchen is located in the terrace of the church of Saint Ephraim.

It is easily accessible by car. Park along the fence.

Transportation is not included in the price.

For any inquiries or question please check our Contact Methods and our FAQ.

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