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  • Had a fabulous time! Kelly was so organised in running this class. She welcomed all 8 of us to her lovely home. There’s a... read moreKelly was so organised in running this class. She welcomed all 8 of us to her lovely home. There’s a beautiful long marble kitchen bench from which we learnt how to make a range of Greek specialty dishes that I don’t know how to pronounce let alone spell. They were all delicious highlights being the vine leaves/ dolmades, beans in tomatoes with feta, pumpkin fritters, beef meatballs and filo pastry custard pockets. We shared the feast with a white wine from Crete, which is where Kelly is from. She is passionate about the benefits of Mediterranean diet and the role food plays in culture and bringing people together. We had a fabulous time. Thank you! read less
    Anna
    19/08/23
    Amazing Kelly was amazing! The instruction was fabulous and Kelly involved everyone in the prac. And the food was magnificent.
    Despi
    22/07/23
    Wonderful Kelly is an wonderful cook and teacher with a genuine passion for Greek food and the Mediterranean diet. She made... read moreKelly is an wonderful cook and teacher with a genuine passion for Greek food and the Mediterranean diet. She made us feel so warm and welcome and we enjoyed a beautiful meal at the end of the lesson, that we made together! We learnt so much and were provided with the recipes and a small surprise gift at the end of the day. A great experience! read less
    Eva
    20/05/23
    Kelly has a great passion! Kelly has a great passion for what she does and this is so clear when you attend one of her... read moreKelly has a great passion for what she does and this is so clear when you attend one of her cooking classes. I had so much fun at the cooking class and it was done in such a way that I feel confident to try the recipes myself at home. The class was well organised and it flowed in a way where everyone had ample involvement. My advice is to attend with an empty stomach as you certainly get to enjoy your creations! read less
    Emma
    19/05/23
  • Thank you for sharing your cooking skills & tips Thank you Kelly of Hellenic Odyssey for the excellent coming class you hosted on Friday. Learning a variety of Cretan... read moreThank you Kelly of Hellenic Odyssey for the excellent coming class you hosted on Friday. Learning a variety of Cretan dishes suitable for appetizers or small plates as well as having the opportunity to practice our filo rolling skills under your expert guidance was a highlight.

    Thank you for sharing your cooking skills & tips with us.

    A truly wonderful class.     read less
    Maree
    19/05/23
    Had a Great Time! Had a great time with Kelly as our teacher and picked up some great tips on how to better cook... read moreHad a great time with Kelly as our teacher and picked up some great tips on how to better cook some vegetarian meals. Definitely going to buy some of that special reserve olive oil from Cobram Estate! Highly recommended class.
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    Alex
    18/03/23
    Absolutely fantastic experience Today we had an absolutely fantastic experience. Kelly was very welcoming to us and we felt very at home in... read moreToday we had an absolutely fantastic experience. Kelly was very welcoming to us and we felt very at home in her house. We learned a lot about the Greek style of cooking and Kelly shared her knowledge as well as experience with us. The food we prepared was delicious (and we took so much with us:). Once again we thank Kelly for this unforgettable day! read less
    Masha
    16/12/22
    A fantastic experience. A fantastic experience. Really friendly, warm environment and delicious food. Easy to cook and recipes that we will continue to... read moreA fantastic experience. Really friendly, warm environment and delicious food. Easy to cook and recipes that we will continue to use. Thank you to Kelly for such an enjoyable, fun morning. read less
    Tamsin
    04/12/22
  • Great cooking class! Great cooking class, learnt how to make lots of cretian dishes, sweet and savoury, took home the recipes so you... read moreGreat cooking class, learnt how to make lots of cretian dishes, sweet and savoury, took home the recipes so you can try it at home too, got to eat all the dishes at the end of the class, very tasty and easy to follow. Would recommend. read less
    Emma
    03/12/22
    Rich with insights A cooking experience rich with insights of Greek traditions and culture.
    Our friendly teacher carefully guided us through each preparation stage...     read moreA cooking experience rich with insights of Greek traditions and culture.
    Our friendly teacher carefully guided us through each preparation stage whilst engaging our participation. Enthusiastic attendees made this a fun class.     read less
    Jenny
    28/11/22
    Amazing cooking class On behalf of our group, thank you so much for an amazing cooking class and celebration! We had a wonderful... read moreOn behalf of our group, thank you so much for an amazing cooking class and celebration! We had a wonderful time and will definitely remember this experience for many years to come. Thanks for sharing your wealth of knowledge and delicious recipes with us. We’re already talking about recreating some dishes at home for our families!

    Hope to see you again in the future and learn more from you!

    Thanks,
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    Sue
    15/11/22
    Thank you for the wonderful food Thank you very much for the wonderful food, a lot of very valuable information, for sharing your knowledge and for... read moreThank you very much for the wonderful food, a lot of very valuable information, for sharing your knowledge and for all your hard work! I really appreciate all the experience we had in this class session!

    It was lovely to meet new people and share our experience with each other.

    You have a wonderful, welcoming, warm kitchen. Thank you again and hope to see you again in the future!

    Best regards, Ala.     read less
    Ala
    27/06/22
  • Recommend this course. Loved the tips and tricks. Kelly made the class fun. Very organised and easy to follow. ... read moreRecommend this course. Loved the tips and tricks. Kelly made the class fun. Very organised and easy to follow. Looking forward to doing more classes. read less
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    Angie Londos
    05/06/22
    Hi Kelly,
    I have really enjoyed the cooking classes especially at this time in lockdown. Everything I have made with...     read moreHi Kelly,
    I have really enjoyed the cooking classes especially at this time in lockdown. Everything I have made with you has been delicious and your cooking tips have been very helpful.
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    Janet Blackwood Avatar
    Janet Blackwood
    04/06/22
    Kelly, was fantastic. The class was very well organised. She was super clear with her instructions and was extremely patient... read moreKelly, was fantastic. The class was very well organised. She was super clear with her instructions and was extremely patient given the large class size. I would absolutely do another one of her virtual classes. I highly recommend her class. read less
    Sara Avatar
    Sara
    21/05/22
    Kelly was lovely and very easy to follow, I would be happy to do another class with her.
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    Cheryle Baird
    05/04/22
  • Great class! Very well organised. Had a lot of fun and enjoyed the experience. Well done Kelly
    Natalie Vella Avatar
    Natalie Vella
    06/03/22
    Such a fun class All the little tips and hacks made it a seamless cooking experience. My dish turned out... read moreSuch a fun class All the little tips and hacks made it a seamless cooking experience. My dish turned out amazing (even if I do say so myself!). Kelly was lovely and I would definitely return for more classes! read less
    Lauren Avatar
    Lauren
    21/02/22
    The class was held in a private home with a well equipped kitchen. Only 4 in the class. Friendly relaxed... read moreThe class was held in a private home with a well equipped kitchen. Only 4 in the class. Friendly relaxed atmosphere. We were welcomed with Greek and Cretan snacks. We were all involved in making the Greek Easter biscuits. Fun and time to chat. Lots of biscuits to take home. Very enjoyable. read less
    Helen Avatar
    Helen
    03/02/22
    So much love for Kelly's classes! Amazing instruction, easy and enjoyable to follow along. So simple to find the ingredients... read moreSo much love for Kelly's classes! Amazing instruction, easy and enjoyable to follow along. So simple to find the ingredients too. Can't wait for the next one! read less
    Brea Kunstler Avatar
    Brea Kunstler
    01/02/22
  • Great class! I loved it! Kelly is very patient, she answered all our questions. and I loved her energy! I... read moreGreat class! I loved it! Kelly is very patient, she answered all our questions. and I loved her energy! I will surely do more classes with her. I definitely recommend! read less
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    Delphine
    29/01/22
    Kelly was a fantastic teacher, she was very welcoming and answered all our questions. The recipes were easy to follow... read moreKelly was a fantastic teacher, she was very welcoming and answered all our questions. The recipes were easy to follow and the food delicious. Would recommend :) read less
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    Jenny Nguyen
    02/01/22
    Great class insightful teacher and terrific food. Happy to recommend for those who want to learn how to cook authentic... read moreGreat class insightful teacher and terrific food. Happy to recommend for those who want to learn how to cook authentic Greek Cretan cuisine. read less
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    Vanessa Hewitt
    31/08/21
    Loved this class! It was nice and small. Kelly was a lovely and patient instructor and tailored the recipe to... read moreLoved this class! It was nice and small. Kelly was a lovely and patient instructor and tailored the recipe to my needs. Thanks! read less
    Breanne Kunstler Avatar
    Breanne Kunstler
    30/08/21
  • What a fantastic class! Kelly was an excellent teacher who led us clearly and expertly through the class. The food... read moreWhat a fantastic class! Kelly was an excellent teacher who led us clearly and expertly through the class. The food was delicious & we’ve been recommending it all of our friends and family ever since. read less
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    Talei Bentley
    28/08/21
    Kelly was a wonderful host - she was patient and informative! We learnt many new skills and the food was... read moreKelly was a wonderful host - she was patient and informative! We learnt many new skills and the food was fresh and delicious! Would highly recommend to anyone that is new to cooking Greek cuisine. read less
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    Jamal Nobandi
    27/08/21
    Just wanted to say thank you for yesterday.
    I can’t believe we had such a great turn out. The feedback was...     read moreJust wanted to say thank you for yesterday.
    I can’t believe we had such a great turn out. The feedback was extremely positive and I am sure we would do something like that again soon.
    And the dishes tasted amazing as well, I might have to double the recipe next time!
    Thanks again.     read less
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    Neeraj Sharma
    26/08/21
    The feedback from the group has been very positive and they all loved the dips and they also really liked... read moreThe feedback from the group has been very positive and they all loved the dips and they also really liked Kelly as she was very good at explaining what and how to do it all. One carer who had to leave because her daughter had collapsed at school and had to leave the workshop said Kelly was every understanding and empathetic. We would all definitely recommend this workshop and the dips were delicious. read less
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    Karen Jorgensen
    25/08/21
  • The Galaktoboureko class was fantastic! Kelly is amazing - a very welcoming, patient, knowledgeable, and skilled Host. She takes you... read moreThe Galaktoboureko class was fantastic! Kelly is amazing - a very welcoming, patient, knowledgeable, and skilled Host. She takes you through each step, giving important tips along the way. The pace of the class was perfect. Kelly reiterated important steps in the process and did regular check in's with each participant to ensure success for all. If you are thinking of doing this class, do not hesitate, you will be very glad you did. read less
    Jeanette Avatar
    Jeanette
    24/08/21
    Everything about the Greek cooking class was enjoyable. Kelly was delightful, knowledgeable and so helpful. The venue was perfect and... read moreEverything about the Greek cooking class was enjoyable. Kelly was delightful, knowledgeable and so helpful. The venue was perfect and sitting to enjoy what we’d cooked for lunch the highlight. Highly recommend it. read less
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    Kathy Willey
    23/08/21
    Kelly was awesome! Went through her heritage and gave us all time to settle in and get to know each... read moreKelly was awesome! Went through her heritage and gave us all time to settle in and get to know each other. Although it was a class conducted via Zoom she was patient letting everyone catch up including my 10 year old. The dish itself was delicious. Will surely sign up for more sessions with the Hellenic Odyssey! Keep up the good work Kelly read less
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    Vini
    22/08/21
    My husband and I had a wonderful time. We learnt a lot about Greek cooking and the food that all... read moreMy husband and I had a wonderful time. We learnt a lot about Greek cooking and the food that all of us prepared together was fabulous It is a very well prepared and organised class and Kelly is a great teacher - warm, friendly, encouraging and supportive. It always fascinates me how food brings people together so quickly. I highly recommend this class, it’s beyond our expectations for sure :-) read less
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    Holley Yu
    21/08/21
  • Kelly is a wonderful teacher, her calm and lovely demeanour resonates throughout the whole cooking class/session. The food was delicious... read moreKelly is a wonderful teacher, her calm and lovely demeanour resonates throughout the whole cooking class/session. The food was delicious and easily prepared with Kelly’s direction. I never felt rushed or hurried and had plenty of time to enjoy the process of making all the food. Kelly made it all seem so easy. read less
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    Catherine Dorrestyn
    20/08/21
    Kelly was charming, very patient and very knowledgeable. I haven't even eaten the food yet (it's still cooking), but the... read moreKelly was charming, very patient and very knowledgeable. I haven't even eaten the food yet (it's still cooking), but the whole house smells divine and I can't wait to dig in! Thank you! read less
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    Danielle Graber
    19/08/21
    This was such an enjoyable class, and we thoroughly enjoyed the food after the class! Kelly was a great teacher... read moreThis was such an enjoyable class, and we thoroughly enjoyed the food after the class! Kelly was a great teacher and patiently answered any questions. Thank you for a great morning! read less
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    Julie Fehlberg
    18/08/21
    Thank you SO much for the class today. I had such a great time and so did the others. They've... read moreThank you SO much for the class today. I had such a great time and so did the others. They've sent me a message saying they had such a great time. Thank you for being so patient with us and our scattered brains. You're making such a difference during people's lockdown. I've been in this team for 18 months and I've spent 5 days face to face with the team so it was so lovely to connect with them. We were all relaxed and having a lovely time. I'm so grateful. I heard you also do other classes? I'd love to do another one. I'll have a look on the website and hope to connect with you again soon. Thank you again Kelly. read less
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    Lily
    17/08/21
  • Kelly was AMAZING. We had a really diverse group dial in today; from the anxious but willing participant through to... read moreKelly was AMAZING. We had a really diverse group dial in today; from the anxious but willing participant through to the confident in the kitchen chef; and Kelly made the experience fun for everyone. I wouldn't hesitate recommending The Hellenic Odyssey, our group of 8 absolutely loved the 90 minute class. Kelly was engaging, fun and made sure nobody was left behind! Thanks so much Kelly x read less
    Carol Fry Avatar
    Carol Fry
    16/08/21
    A great way to spend my morning! Easy to follow instructions in the lead up for ingredients and then... read moreA great way to spend my morning! Easy to follow instructions in the lead up for ingredients and then step by step instructions throughout the session. Absolutely loved the dish we made! read less
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    Trish Tillard
    08/08/21
    Was a fun class and learnt alot!
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    Pilates Just for You Pilates
    28/07/21
    Kelly has been a magnificent teacher, teaching me some traditional Greek recipes i grew up with. Not only is she... read moreKelly has been a magnificent teacher, teaching me some traditional Greek recipes i grew up with. Not only is she informative, she is very patient, very knowledgeable and most of all, her passion and love for food oozes when she teaches you online or in her home. Highly recommend anyone looking for traditional Greek cooking classes not only to learn, however to have some fun and most of all to meet others who also enjoy the flavours of Greece. I have done 10 classes and learnt so much, my favourite is Portokalopita, Cretan Bougatsa, Tiropita and the Greek Koulouri you find in the streets of Athens. read less
    Stacey Avatar
    Stacey
    16/07/21
  • I love Kelly's classes - online and in person. Each method has it's benefits. You'll learn so much and also... read moreI love Kelly's classes - online and in person. Each method has it's benefits. You'll learn so much and also sense the tradition within each recipe. I will be a student for life of this gracious lady! read less
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    Aqua Risenhoover
    01/07/21
    Absolutely 10/10 experience. Kelly is lovely to speak with, a fantastic teacher and an amazing host. We made an amazing... read moreAbsolutely 10/10 experience. Kelly is lovely to speak with, a fantastic teacher and an amazing host. We made an amazing portokalopita with the guidance of Kelly. She was wonderful, answered all our questions and was fantastic with giving direction and ensuring everyone was involved. Thank you once again! read less
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    Katerina Ana
    13/06/21
    A great experience. Well organised. Great communication and differentiation during the session. Kelly was friendly and was able to involve... read moreA great experience. Well organised. Great communication and differentiation during the session. Kelly was friendly and was able to involve all the participants even on the Zoom platform. Felt like we were all in the same location. I would highly recommend taking a class! read less
    Betty Tzelepis Avatar
    Betty Tzelepis
    21/02/21
    A great, intimate experience with a lovely teacher. The food was delicious too! I would highly recommend. We bought it... read moreA great, intimate experience with a lovely teacher. The food was delicious too! I would highly recommend. We bought it as a gift for our Dad and he really loved it too. Kelly is full of knowledge and teaches in a way that doesn't make you feel silly (even if you have no skills at all, like me haha). read less
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    Steve Lamattina
    20/02/21
  • I loved Kelly's online Christmas biscuit making, gemista and baklava classes! Lots of online cooking classes have ceased since lockdown... read moreI loved Kelly's online Christmas biscuit making, gemista and baklava classes! Lots of online cooking classes have ceased since lockdown in Melbourne has relaxed so I was so lucky to come across this class. Kelly is really attentive, patient and friendly. I've been able to make lots of delicious gifts and now have new culinary skills to add to my (small) collection. Thanks for running great classes, Kelly! read less
    Breanne Kunstler Avatar
    Breanne Kunstler
    20/01/21
    My husband and I had a great time at the cooking class! It is a well prepared and super organised... read moreMy husband and I had a great time at the cooking class! It is a well prepared and super organised class. The teacher is warm, encouraging and supportive and the food we prepared together was delicious!!! Highly recommend :-) read less
    Holley Yu Avatar
    Holley Yu
    17/01/21
    I loved Kelly's online Christmas biscuit making class. Lots of online cooking classes have ceased since lockdown in Melbourne has... read moreI loved Kelly's online Christmas biscuit making class. Lots of online cooking classes have ceased since lockdown in Melbourne has relaxed so I was so lucky to come across this class. Kelly is really attentive, patient and friendly. And now I have lovely biscuits to give as Christmas gifts and a new culinary skill to add to my (small) collection. Thanks for a great class, Kelly! read less
    Breanne Kunstler Avatar
    Breanne Kunstler
    18/12/20
    In November of 2020 towards the end of COVID Melbourne lockdown, our company (staff all working from home) needed a... read moreIn November of 2020 towards the end of COVID Melbourne lockdown, our company (staff all working from home) needed a pick me up- we felt a little flat. We needed some extra motivation and also chance to promote further employee engagement during isolation. A Greek cooking class was something different and a fun activity to do! The feedback from everyone who attended was positive. No-one had ever cooking Greek from scratch before so it was a pleasant and rewarding learning experience! Also the food was delicious! I would recommend this class for a fun team bonding activity! read less
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    Desi Day
    03/12/20
  • 2nd class in and am loving learning these wonderful recipes - Kelly is such a lovely and easy going person... read more2nd class in and am loving learning these wonderful recipes - Kelly is such a lovely and easy going person with easy to follow instructions- looking forward to seeing you again soon x read less
    Jasmine Efthymiou Avatar
    Jasmine Efthymiou
    23/11/20
    Definitely 5 stars (ignore my previous rating as I hit return before checking the detail)!!! This was my 2nd class... read moreDefinitely 5 stars (ignore my previous rating as I hit return before checking the detail)!!! This was my 2nd class with Kelly and it was just as much fun as the previous class. Kelly is very clear and patient making it easy to follow along. My biscuits are not very attractive but they taste wonderful. More practice needed I think!! Thanks Kelly read less
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    Mandy Spencer
    20/11/20
    I loved the Ekmek class. Kelly was warm, fully immersed and professional. The class felt effortless. We learnt so much,... read moreI loved the Ekmek class. Kelly was warm, fully immersed and professional. The class felt effortless. We learnt so much, were transported to Greece and had fun. It was a unique way to spend an evening with my 11 year old son. Quality time and what a treat to consume a delicious dessert afterwards. Thank you Hellenic Odyssey. ❤️ read less
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    Bobdownparis
    28/10/20
    I participated in the zoom class (due to Melbourne Covid lockdown) to learn how to make the most popular Greek... read moreI participated in the zoom class (due to Melbourne Covid lockdown) to learn how to make the most popular Greek dessert Galaktoboureko. Such a fun time learning on this platform. Kelly was a wonderful teacher, very knowledgeable in Greek cuisine. She was informative, helpful and very patient. All participants were assisted as required and she worked at our pace giving easy step by step instructions. Above all our dessert was so delicious, a real hit in my home. Looking forward to more classes whether it be via zoom or in person. read less
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    Sylvia Hortis
    12/10/20
  • What a wonderful cooking class I participated in last night, learning how to make greek dips and pits bread in... read moreWhat a wonderful cooking class I participated in last night, learning how to make greek dips and pits bread in a fun and interactive online class. Kelly has built a great community of people around her that love cooking and greek food. I am looking forward to what's coming up next. This was my first class so was unsure as to whether I would keep up but this is all good with a very patient teacher. Thank you read less
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    bill stewart
    09/10/20

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