Cooking with a Greek Soul: An Afternoon with Chef Paris Anton in Athens

What if your trip to Athens didn’t just involve sightseeing—but sizzling, stirring, tasting, and laughing your way through a true Greek kitchen? At TraveLab, we believe the best way to understand a culture is through its food. That’s why we’re thrilled to offer an experience unlike any other: a private cooking day with Greek-American celebrity chef, Paris Anton.

Based in Houston, Paris is a bold, soulful, and seriously talented chef with roots in Kalamata and a heart that beats to the rhythm of both Greece and Texas. She’s opened her kitchen in Athens exclusively to TraveLab guests for a hands-on culinary experience that’s as delicious as it is memorable.

🍋 From Hotel Pickup to the Heart of the Kitchen

Your day begins with a friendly private pickup from your Athens hotel. No need to worry about logistics—we’ve got you covered. You’ll be chauffeured to a charming Athenian home kitchen where Paris greets you like an old friend.

She’s not just here to teach you recipes. She’s here to welcome you into her world—full of vibrant flavors, family stories, and the kind of contagious warmth that makes you feel instantly at ease.

🍆 The Menu: Simple, Soulful, and Straight from Kalamata

Once you’re in the kitchen, it’s time to cook—the Greek way. That means working with your hands, tasting as you go, and cooking with intention.

You’ll prepare a full traditional Greek lunch together, which may include:

• Creamy tzatziki with garlic and fresh dill

• Golden, flaky spanakopita with real Greek feta

• Dolmades (vine leaves stuffed with rice and herbs)

• Kalamata-style roast lamb drizzled in her family’s famous olive oil

• A rustic, seasonal Greek salad

• And to finish? A sweet surprise passed down from Paris’ grandmother

You’ll also get to cook with exclusive olive oil and spices from Paris' family farm in Kalamata—products not available in stores, and available for purchase only after the class.

🥂 Lunch Like a Local

After all the slicing, stirring, and storytelling, it’s time to enjoy the fruits of your labor. You’ll sit down together—maybe outside under the Mediterranean sun, maybe inside around a cozy table—and feast on the dishes you’ve created. Wine flows, laughter echoes, and suddenly, you’re not just a traveler. You’re part of the family.

🎁 Bring a Taste of Greece Home

Paris’ family olive oil and spice blends are available to purchase at the end of the day. Whether you're a serious home cook or just someone who loves a good souvenir, this is a rare chance to bring the authentic flavors of Greece into your own kitchen—straight from the source.

💬 What Makes This Experience Special?

This isn’t your standard cooking class. There’s no chef’s hat, no laminated recipe cards. This is personal. It’s slow food, soulful storytelling, and shared joy, all rolled into a single unforgettable afternoon.

You won’t just leave with a full belly—you’ll leave with new skills, new friends, and a deeper connection to Greece than any guidebook could ever offer.

🔥 Details at a Glance

• 🕐 Duration: 5–6 hours

• 👥 Small Group or Private

• 📍 Pickup Included from Athens Hotel

• 🍷 Lunch, Drinks & Ingredients Included

• 🎁 Optional Add-On: Olive oil & spice kits from Kalamata

• 📅 Available Year-Round – Subject to Chef's Schedule

• 💌 Booking: Click Here

Ready to Cook Like a Local?

Don’t just visit Athens—taste it, cook it, live it. TraveLab’s exclusive experience with Chef Paris Anton is a rare chance to step behind the scenes and into the kitchen of one of Greece’s most dynamic culinary storytellers.

👉 Contact TraveLab to reserve your spot and make your next trip to Athens something truly extraordinary.