The Art of Traditional Bread Making in Crete

For generations, bread has been the cornerstone of the Cretan diet—made with care, patience, and tradition. In the past, the entire family came together to produce this essential food, from the field and harvest to kneading and baking, creating something truly special at the table. Today, we invite you to experience this ancient process, upgraded and reimagined for today’s world. In an age of convenience, we embrace the beauty of tradition, combining it with modern touches to offer you an unforgettable culinary experience.

What We’ll Do

Your adventure begins with a warm welcome—enjoy a homemade refreshment or a traditional Greek coffee, served with freshly baked cookies, as your hostess introduces you to the art of sourdough bread-making.

Next, we’ll get our hands into the dough. Together, we’ll mix our ingredients and prepare the perfect dough. When it’s ready, each of us will craft their own unique bread loaf, adding personalized ingredients like olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and seeds—creating a loaf that is truly one-of-a-kind.

While our dough rests, we’ll take a stroll through our lush olive grove, where you’ll learn the fascinating process of olive oil harvesting and discover the secrets of infusing extra-virgin olive oil with aromatic herbs.

With our loaves rising to perfection, it’s time to pop them into the wood-fired oven and let the magic happen. As they bake, we’ll head to our farm to harvest fresh, seasonal veggies. Together, we’ll prepare a delicious Cretan Salad and a selection of traditional appetizers, like Greek fava beans, to accompany our meal.

Finally, the moment we’ve all been waiting for—our loaves are ready! The warm, irresistible aroma will fill the air as you savor your freshly baked bread, paired with our rich, herb-infused extra-virgin olive oil. Enjoy your meal with an abundance of local wine, adding to the full sensory experience.

And just when you think it couldn’t get any better, we’ll treat you to a sweet dessert to round off this unforgettable day of tradition, flavor, and community.

Join us to experience the timeless art of bread making, the flavors of Crete, and the joy of sharing a meal in good company.