After making your way from Athens to Poros your adventure begins with a warm & tasty welcome from Jeremy, Katerina & the Odyssey family. After getting settled in your rooms you will get a first taste of the culinary skills you’ll be developing over the week at the bistro, Odyssey’s Corner where we will share our first authentic Greek meal together while getting to know each other and discuss the activities for the week.

Kick off the day with a traditional and amazing Greek breakfast, followed by a walking historical exploration of Poros led by a local expert. You’ll wander through its alleys, visit the local markets, and enjoy a light lunch at a local taverna. After lunch you’re free to explore Poros town on your own before returning to the Odyssey for the first cooking class led by Jeremy & Katerina in the indoor/outdoor kitchen where we will prepare our evening meal together. The day ends with local wine, dinner, laughter and the celebration of the group’s culinary creations.

Embark with Jeremy and a local guide on an excursion to the tranquil, car-free port on the island of Hydra, known for its rich history and artistic vibe. After arriving by ferry in this picturesque port we’ll take a short historical walking tour of Hydra whose beauty and tranquility inspired musician Leonard Cohen to call Hydra his home and became the living set for many Hollywood films. From there you'll have free time to take lunch on your own while exploring the beautiful stairs and alleyways that contribute to the health and longevity of its inhabitants while exploring the many shops of Hydra before we catch our return ferry back to Poros. After freshening up when we return, a buffet dinner awaits at the Odyssey bistro where we close out the day by socializing and sharing the day's experiences with each other.

After breakfast, join a local beekeeper and honey producer to learn the importance of honey in the Greek culture for both culinary and medicinal uses. From there spend some time on your own at Askeliki Beach or in the Odyssey Library or cook along side Jeremy and assist in the preparation of a Mediterranean lunch for the group. After lunch enjoy some free time for a siesta and return for a local wine & cheese tasting followed by our second cooking session with Jeremy & Katerina where we will focus on Seafood Cookery. Of course, there will be a multitude of veggie offerings to complement our fish dish as the cuisine here is 85% vegetarian!

After breakfast, we'll take a water taxi to Galatas and embark on a deep dive into the heart of Greek gastronomy with a full day visit to Odyssey's farm, home to lemon, pomegranate, and olive groves. Here, we'll explore the significant role these elements play in Greek cuisine and harvest some fruits and veggies to be used later in our afternoon cooking class.

After touring the farm we’ll learn about the history, health benefits and significance of olive oil in Greek history, culture and gastronomy followed by an olive tasting with freshly baked sourdough breads.

We’ll then enjoy a traditional Greek lunch served in the beautiful outdoor dining area on the farm.

After lunch you may enjoy some downtime in the sun by the sea overlooking Poros or take part in an olive oil soap-making demonstration, the choice is yours. 

Late afternoon we’ll have our third cooking class in the beautiful outdoor kitchen where we will make homemade phyllo, fresh pitas and a traditional lamb dish.  The day culminates in a communal dinner under the stars a fitting celebration for the deep ties between Greek culture, its land, and its gastronomy.

Today we embark on an enriching journey with two unforgettable experiences. We’ll venture to the Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus the birthplace of modern medicine and explore the Sanctuary of Asclepius and explore the connection between diet and health in Ancient Greece on a guide tour.

From there we will visit the picturesque city of Nafplio, the former capitol of Greece where Venetian architecture and historic sites offer a glimpse into Greece's rich past. After a group lunch upon arrival at a local taverna you’re free to wander the streets and explore the local shops of this picturesque city in the Peloponnese.

We’ll finish the day with a buffet dinner at the Odyssey.

After breakfast you may take an optional guided hike into the hills of Poros to visit the Ancient Sanctuary of Poseidon or just chill- the choice is yours!

The evening brings the Odyssey culinary experience to a climax with the last and most special cooking class of the visit.

Together we’ll prepare a dinner that encapsulates the essence of Greek hospitality and cuisine and learn how to make an Odyssey signature cocktail.

This final experience, with a few surprises, will wrap up our week as we celebrate the joy of cooking and eating together in a truly Greek way!

After breakfast, we'll close out our week and bid farewell to one another, marking the end of a week filled with culinary discovery, laughter, and unforgettable memories.