The tour commences at a family-owned farm located near the village of Melanes.
To begin with, guests will have the opportunity to meet a diverse range of farm animals, including chickens, rabbits, pigs, peacocks, and more. You will also have the opportunity to engage in collecting the day's freshly laid eggs.
Following that, a visit to the olive groves will allow you to learn about the methods employed to cultivate healthy trees and produce top-quality olive oil.
Subsequently, they will guide you through the potato fields, introducing you to the renowned Naxian potato.
You will then have the chance to explore various fruit trees, sampling the delicious seasonal fruits they yield.
Next on the itinerary is a visit to the vineyard and vegetable garden, where you can gather the finest seasonal produce.
Finally, you will collaborate in cooking traditional Naxian recipes over a wood fire. This culinary adventure will include preparing a Naxian omelet, savoring Naxian potatoes, sampling a variety of Naxos cheeses, and enjoying locally produced house wine. To top it off, you will have the opportunity to taste a spoonful of our homemade fruit preserves.
You will be involved in the preparation of an appetizer such as zucchini fritters or potato fritters, along with a Greek salad. As for the main course, you will have the opportunity to learn how to make traditional dishes like briam, stuffed vegetables, or something similar. That is what characterizes the experience as "farm to table" because it includes farm grown products cooked and prepared.
They kindly request the guests to refrain from having a substantial breakfast as the farm owners will be providing them with a treat.
To conclude, If you're in the mood for some fun, they can even partake in lively traditional Naxian dances!
Adults & Children (13+)
95 Euros
Children (5 - 12)
Infants (0 - 4)
Free
Melanes
Naxos, 84300,
Greece
My husband and I were lucky to spend an afternoon with Ník on his family farm. We were given a tour of the lovely, sprawling farm with an impressive array of plants and animals. The views from the farm are gorgeous, with a wonderful view on the valley. We then worked with Ník and his family to cook a delicious, nutritious, fresh meal. Everyone was very welcoming and kind, and it was a wonderful way to learn about the region and cuisine. We highly recommend and are thankful for the time and care everyone took.