Crete's Culinary Sanctuaries

A Taste of Crete’s Culture, Cuisine and Wine
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Crete's Culinary Sanctuaries Eco-Agritourism Network Seminar:

A Taste of Crete's Culture, Cuisine and Wine

Available Dates: September 25 - 26, 2010

Enjoy private guided tours of ancient sites, historic villages, an organic winery and olive oil
factory. Savor wonderful fresh and local cuisine along the way during cooking demos and
luncheons. This program is limited to 12 attendees, providing a unique opportunity to
discover Crete's heritage in the company of resident specialists.

Program Highlights:

Day 1, Heraklion Area:  9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Minoan Culture, Organic Agriculture, Traditional Cuisine and Wine

Our journey begins at the Minoan Palace of Knossos for a private tour with a resident historian.  We'll
travel further into the central foothills to view a collection of over 250 rare musical instruments from
around the world.  We'll visit a superb organic winery for a private tour and wine tasting with the vintners.  
Enjoy lunch at an excellent taverna in a small village, featuring the bounties of the season.  

Day 2, Heraklion Area:  9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Historic Villages, Traditional Trades, Organic Olive Oil, 4,000 Years of Wine Making

We'll join our guide on a journey of discovery of Crete's heritage. Emphasis is on agricultural production
through the ages, cuisine and lifestyle, which is the foundation of the Mediterranean Diet (Cretan diet).
We'll visit an organic olive oil factory for a tour and tastings.  Then we'll explore a gorgeous village known
for wine making since the Minoan era (over 4,000 years).  Walk along the lovely narrow streets and visit
historic sites and artisan shops (cheese, bread, pottery).  Enjoy a cooking demo and lunch featuring
delectable fresh and local dishes and fantastic organic wine.

This distinctive and popular program is limited to 12 attendees.  Seminar fees from 500 Euros per person
(based on a group of 6 people minimum).  Contact us  for more information and to confirm space is
available.