The stone forest of Meteora is one of the most awe-inspiring places on Earth. The monasteries perched atop these inaccessible rock peaks are amongst the most religiously significant places in the world, and have been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Explore the amazing Meteora and travel to the Holy Monastery of Tatarnis where and meet a Monk who is not only a cook but a published author! Here, our host assists with the preparation of a number of dishes and learns more about Greek Monastic cooking that can be found only in Meteora. Greek Offerings In celebration of the wonderful culture and cuisine of Greece, host Barry Vera is back in the kitchen creating some Greek classics, while adding his own imaginative twist. He is also joined by traditional Greek cooks, including acclaimed author and chef, Evie Voutsina who specializes in traditional village cooking. Some of Barry's own recipes include the classic grilled octopus, white bean dip and rusks with tomatoes & soft feta.

Brief History of Meteora:
The 24 monasteries emerged on the countless summits of the rocks from the 14th until the 16th century, 6 of them remaining to be explored and admired by all. These monasteries became the centers of the Orthodox creed in the Byzantine era, having produced some of the best pieces of religious art and craft and still possessing a collection of precious manuscripts, which today are on display in their museums. The Meteora monasteries have been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List and the Meteora - Antichassia region has been officially declared a Natura 2000 Ecological Zone by the Greek Ministry of Environment, for the protection of rare species of birds and flowers.

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