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Kelly is a health, fitness and well-being enthusiast, who could talk about food and travel all day! She is of Cretan heritage and was born and brought up in Australia. Greece is very close to her heart and through this food tour she would like to share more about Greek cuisine in Oakleigh, a suburb in Melbourne.
Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.
Food tour (5 - 10 guests) This is a guided, small-group, walking tour of Melbourne's most popular and vibrant Greek precinct, Oakleigh. You will get an introduction to Greek food, its culture, sample some of the most popular dishes, and hear all about the art of Greek baking from locals who migrated from Greece to Australia. Get ready to bite into a delicious bougatsa, an iconic sweet of creamy custard between filo pastry. Crunch into the best koulouri outside of Athens. Savor the taste of Greek olives, cheese, yogurt and bread from the passionate traders in this bustling neighborhood. With each bite, you will learn about Greece’s enticing food culture, its history and its essence. Before you stop for lunch, you will also visit a cultural shop to learn about religion and local traditions. Your culinary experience ends with a delicious souvlaki at a traditional restaurant. Your meal will end with some dessert, such as loukoumades (Greek doughnuts) or Greek inspired ice-cream. You will leave having experienced many flavors, sights and smells and learning a great deal about Greek cuisine and culture.
Notes: Please bring an appetite and a bottle of water! In case of rain please bring an umbrella. Tours will proceed regardless of weather conditions. Casual and comfortable clothing is recommended, please dress according to the weather on the day. Also, please note that this is NOT a private tour. <br><br> If you're vegetarian, please let Kelly know in advance, so she can make necessary arrangements. Other than offering vegetarian alternatives, unfortunately, Kelly cannot accommodate any other dietary needs on this tour.
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This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
Pricing (per person)*
| 1 person | 4 people | 5+ people | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Tour | Not offered | Not offered | $125 |
| *Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout. | |||
| Lunch | Dinner | |
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| Food Tour | 11:30am - 02:30pm |
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