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Mama's Roots
Nestled in a neoclassical building in the Kerameikos neighborhood, Mama's Roots is a culinary studio that welcomes travelers and locals alike to Mediterranean cooking classes, wine tastings and gastronomic experiences rooted in Greek tradition.
A place of cuisine, hospitality and transmission
Mama’s Roots was born of a simple practice: cooking for family, friends and loved ones.
This philosophy can be felt in every detail: the team sees cooking as an act of hospitality, a way of opening a door on Greek culture and its perfumes.
The studio is located in the Athenian district of Kerameikos, an area where :
ancient remains,
contemporary alleyways,
alternative atmosphere,
travelers and locals.
On entering the premises, you discover a luminous white stone space designed for cooking, exchanging and sharing Mediterranean flavors.
Mediterranean cooking classes: an immersion in Greek flavours
Mama’s Roots’ courses are designed as a journey into the roots of gastronomy:
family recipes,
simple, traditional techniques,
products from Athenian markets,
organic herbs and vegetables,
maman-like” cuisine, generous and warm.
The sessions help you understand the cultural origins of each dish, why a particular herb is used, why it is cooked in a particular way, and how the tradition has been handed down.
Once the menu has been prepared, participants enjoy their meal in the flower-filled courtyard, in a convivial atmosphere.
Varied experiences: wine, honey, tsipouro
Mama’s Roots does not limit itself to cooking classes.
They also offer :
– Wine Tasting
Guided tasting of Greek wines, focusing on Mediterranean grape varieties and the history of wine-making in Greece.
– Honey Harvest
Discover Greek honey, extract, taste and explain the central role of beekeeping in food culture.
– Tsipouro Distillation
An introduction to one of Greece’s most emblematic spirits, with a presentation of traditional methods.
– Thematic workshops
Depending on the season: vegetarian cuisine, traditional meals, regional specialities, market produce.
A living Athenian experience
Mama’s Roots embodies a new type of gastronomic player:
– not a vocational school,
– not a restaurant,
but a house of culinary conviviality,
where people come to learn, taste, discuss and take part in Greek hospitality.
They bring together gastronomy, culture, neighborhoods, wine, honey and distillation, a living gateway to Athens.
FAQ : Frequently asked questions about cooking classes and wine tasting in Athens
Where can you take an authentic cooking class in Athens?
Visitors often look for workshops close to the center, where traditional Greek recipes are cooked in a friendly, local setting.
What does a typical cooking class in Athens include?
Preparation of several Greek dishes, local ingredients, family recipes and a full meal at the end of the course.
Can you combine a cooking class with wine tasting in Greece?
Yes. Many studios offer a cooking class followed by a wine tasting, a highly sought-after formula.
Are cooking classes in Greece suitable for beginners?
Yes. Cooking courses in Athens are generally accessible to all levels, even to inexperienced travelers.
What to do in Athens?
Cooking classes, wine tasting, discovering Greek honey, initiation to tsipouro, market visits… convivial and cultural experiences.
