Day 1—Arrive on Karpathos and check into your hotel.  The afternoon is free for resting, and everyone will meet at 7 PM at The Olive Tree for a nice welcome meal and wine, and an explanation of the history of the area.

Day 2—Visit the historic small church Larniotissa.  We will make an excursion to the local markets to shop for that night's ingredients according to the menu provided by Sophia.  Between noon and 6 PM everyone is free to go to any beach they want (a list will be provided) and to use the time as they please.  At 6:45 PM everyone must be at The Olive Tree to start our night.  The whole group will be preparing each kind of food together.  Questions may be asked about the ingredients and techniques.  When finished we will all enjoy our creations with more local wine and music (of course!).

Day 3—Make excursion to the streets of Pigadia along with childhood stories from Sophia.  We will  visit more beautiful local churches along with our daily shopping for our planned meal.  We will have a local cook join us to show us a few authentic dishes done their way!

Day 4—Visit other locations on the island.  Day 4 will proceed much as day 3 did, but at different places on Karpathos.

Day 5—Start the day early!  We will start at 7 AM with pastry making.  For those who arrive at least half an hour early a breakfast buffet will be available.  The afternoon will be free as always.  Our night will end with a nice meal cooked by locals, and Sophia's friends playing local music.