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Cooking with Loulou
Making marmalade with Loulou
The ultimate experience of a Greek escapade is to cook with a “mum” or “yiayia”. In the nearby “sister-hotel” Liotopi, you can cook with Loulou, the establishment’s mother figure! Once a week she rolls up her sleeves, comes out of the kitchen, and prepares all sorts of dishes and goodies at Liotopi’s yard. If you feel like joining -to learn tips of traditional Greek recipes or simply enjoy some creative time- this workshop’s for you!
Summer fruits can be the ideal materials for the marmalades you’ll be enjoying all year long. Thanks to Loulou, they can also be freshly made and delicious - plus, you will have the chance to be part of the process! A workshop that takes place at Liotopi’s yard, with all the raw materials provided by Loulou. Literally, sweet memories in the making!
Who could resist a freshly-baked, homemade cookie? We certainly can’t, and we believe you cannot as well! Visit Liotopi, and join Loulou in one of her wondrous workshops. Let your inner pastry chef emerge and enjoy a session where creativity and taste are the ingredients of pure bliss. Put your apron on and begin!
Bake your own cookies
She's the owner of Liotopi, mr. Dimitris’ sister. Loulou is short for Louloudia (the Greek word for flowers). And what a blossoming face she has! Loulou’s always willing to share her cooking secrets, talk to you about Olympiada, or even prepare you quickly that snack you crave!
Who’s Loulou?
Culinary
workshops
Have you ever tried making your own marmalade? How about baking your own cookies? What does a traditional Greek evening taste like? Loulou has all the answers. Just grab an apron and learn the fun way!
The Area
The eastern part of Halkidiki’s mainland is its relatively unknown and off-the-beaten-path section. Regardless of that, this part of the peninsula is also a historical landmark and a marvel of natural beauty!
Olympiada on two wheels
Both the surrounding plain and the nearby mountain are ideal for short or longer cycling routes of little or greater difficulty. We provide bikes, maps, and tips for the best Instagrammable spots.
Enjoy a marvelous nearby excursion and get in touch with an off-the-beaten-path of Chalkidiki’s nature. You can approach the spot on foot (one hour's walk) or by car (and an additional 500m walk). Needless to say, we provide you with all the necessary info and a map of the area. If you want to combine taste and nature, we can arrange a picnic with traditional delicacies (at an extra charge).
A visit to the waterfall
Throughout the area around Olympiada, there are several hiking trails and paths -whether you prefer to walk by the sea, the plain, or the mountain. Just ask us for that special map!
Activities
The area around Olympiada has several hiking paths and biking trails for those who enjoy admiring the breathtaking scenery by the sea, across the plains, or through the mountains. The area is also suitable for every birdwatching fan. Last but not least, there are also all sorts of water-related activities for you - from swimming to snorkeling. Treat yourself with the gift of nature, in an inspiring landscape full of life!
Ancient Stagira
This ancient city is known as the birthplace of Aristotle, the Greek philosopher and polymath, student of Plato, and teacher of Alexander the Great. You can visit Stagira’s archaeological site - it’s almost half a kilometer away from Olympiada - explore the ruins, admire the view, and in case you feel like adding a slice of historical context, a tour guide can be arranged upon request.
