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Cretan Olive Oil Tasting Experience by an Expert Taster
Lasithi
About
This is an olive oil tasting experience led by Chemist Maria Kalitsounaki, a professional olive oil taster. You will taste award-winning Cretan Olive Oils from 3 varieties of Crete, so you will have the chance to learn their flavor profiles. Along with this olive oil workshop, you will discover how to distinguish a defective olive oil from a good one, empowering you to make informed choices every time you shop for olive oil and pair specific olive oils with various cuisines, elevating your culinary creations from ordinary to extraordinary. You will indulge in Cretan flavors at the Lyrakis Family Olive Green Mill, with an expert Olive Oil Taster answering your questions.
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Greek & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Greek & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
This Olive Oil Tasting workshop includes the tasting of 3 extra virgin olive oils from all over Crete, water and the foods of the food paring activity.
Extra Virgin Olive oil tasting
Guide Languages offered: English, Greek
Lunch, refreshments and alcoholic drinks are not included in the olive oil experience workshop
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Lyrakis Family S.A.
Lyrakis Family Mill - Alonaki Sisi
You will be coming to Lyrakis Family Mill. You can come by taxi, car or we can arrange a transfer for you. The tasting will take place outdoors.
Return
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Service animals allowed
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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infants not allowed
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Not recommended for travelers allergic to olive oil, please don't wear perfumes
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Cretan Olive Oil Tasting Experience by an Expert Taster
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$148.50
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About
This is an olive oil tasting experience led by Chemist Maria Kalitsounaki, a professional olive oil taster. You will taste award-winning Cretan Olive Oils from 3 varieties of Crete, so you will have the chance to learn their flavor profiles. Along with this olive oil workshop, you will discover how to distinguish a defective olive oil from a good one, empowering you to make informed choices every time you shop for olive oil and pair specific olive oils with various cuisines, elevating your culinary creations from ordinary to extraordinary. You will indulge in Cretan flavors at the Lyrakis Family Olive Green Mill, with an expert Olive Oil Taster answering your questions.
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Greek & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Greek & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
This Olive Oil Tasting workshop includes the tasting of 3 extra virgin olive oils from all over Crete, water and the foods of the food paring activity.
Extra Virgin Olive oil tasting
Guide Languages offered: English, Greek
Lunch, refreshments and alcoholic drinks are not included in the olive oil experience workshop
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Lyrakis Family S.A.
Lyrakis Family Mill - Alonaki Sisi
You will be coming to Lyrakis Family Mill. You can come by taxi, car or we can arrange a transfer for you. The tasting will take place outdoors.
Return
Itinerary
Taste six olive oils, including award-winning Extra Virgin Olive Oils. Learn how to smell and taste olive oil, as well as how to recognize a defective olive oil from an extra virgin olive oil. Taste extra virgin olive oils made from different olive varieties of Crete, paired with samples of Cretan dakos, grilled chicken, Cretan salad, Greek yogurt or Cretan cheese, and watermelon. Debunk common myths and facts about Olive Oil, learn how olive oil is made, and discover all the health and beauty benefits. Learn how to use olive oil in the kitchen and the basic principles of the Cretan diet. Enjoy the unforgettable experience of tasting Olive Oil with Professional Olive Oil Taster, Maria Kalits...
