Ikaria Longevity
Cooking & Life Retreats
with Diane Kochilas

Experience an authentic Blue Zone cooking and longevity retreat in Ikaria, Greece with PBS chef and author Diane Kochilas. Learn the secrets of Greek longevity through food, nature, and culture.

A Transformative Week on the Greek Blue Zone Island Where People Forget to Die

“Ikaria is the place where people forget to die. I like to say it’s where people remember how to live.” — Diane Kochilas

Join award-winning chef, author, and host of PBS’s My Greek Table, Diane Kochilas, for a one-of-a-kind weeklong Blue Zone cooking and longevity retreat on her home island of Ikaria, Greece — the world’s famous island of long life, joy, and connection.

The Ikaria Experience: Cook, Eat & Live Like a Local

For several weeks each spring and autumn, Diane opens her family’s country home and garden in Aghios Dimitris, Ikaria, to a small group of guests for an unforgettable, fully immersive experience.

This is not just a cooking class — it’s a journey into the heart of Ikarian life, culture, and longevity.

Highlights include: daily hands-on cooking sessions, shared meals, herb walks, visits to local artisans, cultural excursions, and discussions on naturopathy and the Mediterranean Diet.

A Personal Invitation from Diane

“I welcome you into my home, kitchen, and garden — to cook, share meals, and connect with Ikaria’s timeless spirit. Together, we’ll rediscover what food and community truly mean.”