Farm to table cooking & fermenting for family & guests

Greece

5

I went to the project as a cook, with the objective to show Nol, the cook of the family my perspective on food. We collaborated very efficiently, managed to see quite a few techniques and make delicious dishes for the family. This place is perfect for someone that wants something chill and laid back. I went before the season started, so for me that serenity was ideal , since I wanted to focus on my other job as well. I guess if you go during the summer it will be more suitable for someone who is searching for fun!! I was lucky enough to have my own room even. Thank you to all the family!!

22 days ago

Peter and Barbara replied

What a great guy he is. we discussed some values in the beginning. What came out among other things is 'Integrity'. He definitely is a man of his word. He delivered a learning to cook program at a very high quality level. He used his education and six years as a porfessional cook experience to deliver far beyond what we could expect. We can recommend him as Lazaros, as a kitchen master and as a great guy to have yround. Thank you again dear Lazaros. Greetings and hugs from Bogata Suma family.

Canada

5

Meeting Barbara, Peter, Nol, Fleur, and all the wonderful cats, dogs, and chickens at the project was an enriching experience. I felt like I was a part of the family. The knowledge I received is something I will definitely be implementing in my own personal life. This was definitely my favorite volunteer experience, and I hope to return again one day.

6 months ago

Peter and Barbara replied

DIdn't we already write a 'necessarily with Kiran' - beautiful - review? How is that possible? She is such a delight to have around. And I see she wishes to be back one day. Well Kiran is welcome back without any dounbt or hesitation. Recommendations for any wellthinking host therefore. The way she is one can learn so much about quality ways of thinking. And laughing about serious things in life. Making fun about all the heavy issues that are plaguing the planet, nature and humanity. Together we solved all problems sent letters far and wide. Joking of course, but it is so much fun to be able on the ons side to joke about things, and on the other to contemplate core issues. And having a great time together.

New Zealand

5

Peter, Barbara, Noel and Fleur, Thank you for opening your home and farm and forest for me to be experience. I really enjoyed trying to master the wood fired oven and cooking eating and having a few drinking together. A great collaborative experience with Noel who was open and engaged in learning and sharing new cooking experiences. This was my first volunteering experience and was lucky to have been involved with such a nice family and also to meet there great friends who I worked on a few small projects with. That's you Tom, Werner and Stephan

7 months ago

Peter and Barbara replied

Reuben is a man to behold. A round 50 these days. A professional cook if ever there was one. He taught our son Nol as much as he could in his whirrlewind way. An explosive totally impressive Hakka now and then shook the mountain. A party was treated like a Hakka. Around him entertainment takes another shape. A creative talent and mind that sees no boundaries. That helped inspiration to the day of today in our kitchen. Greetings and all the best from Sunny Croatia.

New Zealand

5

I had a wonderful month at the project, spending time learning, gardening and relaxing in nature. The property is beautiful, the food is delicious, and having my own bus to sleep in was a treat after so much time on the road! I ended up being the only volunteer (unusual) so did sometimes miss interacting with people my own age, but it was also really nice spending more time with the family who are very welcoming and friendly 🙂. I really enjoyed working with Barbara, and her enthusiasm and positivity is a joy to see!

9 months ago

Peter and Barbara replied

Dear Luca! I just discovered we did not write a review for you. A man of many talents for sure. With a sharp mind. Working on the land, making objects with 3D printing, designing a movie in three parts and writing the scrit for that. He was very structured and effectively goal oriented. A child of his time without a doubt. And very dedicated to learning things that create solutions small and big. His humor stretched my ancient mind. Well, ancient, we all have ancient minds. But he knew how to walk the boundary and stretch the mind of me a 64 year 'old' man. We had a lot of laughs and worked hard. A very recommenadable character who really means business. Sorry Luca, I think we missed somehow to give you feedback. We noticed that other feedbacks also didn't arrive somehow. Maybe that's due to my dinosaur mind. Auguri amico mio. Possa il 2024 essere generoso con te e i tuoi cari. Abbracci.

Italy

5

I'm glad of time spent in this beautiful place, getting positive energy for myself in a natural environment. Thanks to the project's family for gave me the feeling to be at home. I arrived as a volunteer and I leaved as a friend. Good luck for the future

10 months ago

Peter and Barbara replied

Peter and Barbara replied
Dear Luca! I just discovered we did not write a review for you. A man of many talents for sure. With a sharp mind. Working on the land, making objects with 3D printing, designing a movie in three parts and writing the scrit for that. He was very structured and effectively goal oriented. A child of his time without a doubt. And very dedicated to learning things that create solutions small and big. His humor stretched my ancient mind. Well, ancient, we all have ancient minds. But he knew how to walk the boundary and stretch the mind of me a 64 year 'old' man. We had a lot of laughs and worked hard. A very recommenadable character who really means business. Sorry Luca, I think we missed somehow to give you feedback. We noticed that other feedbacks also didn't arrive somehow. Maybe that's due to my dinosaur mind. Auguri amico mio. Possa il 2024 essere generoso con te e i tuoi cari. Abbracci.

Brazil

4

I was happy to learn about the concepts of permaculture and sustainable living in this experience. Schedules are very flexible and activities are enjoyable. The food is exceptional! Nol is a great cook and cooking enthusiast, always coming up with amazing meals! I thank the whole family for welcoming me during the experience.

11 months ago

Brazil

4

I am grateful for Barbara, Peter, Nol and Fleur for hosting me! I felt home and had a good life experience, sharing time with the family and volunteers. They provided me and my boyfriend with a big room in the house with comfortable beds and GREAT meals, prepared mostly by Nol. The dinner time was always fun and it was nice to sit all together and chat about many different subjects. It was good to learn about gardening and preparing Kefir, Kombucha and fermented vegetables with Barbara. They were flexible with time and gave us lifts when needed. It is a beautiful place to connect to nature!

11 months ago

United States

5

The experience at the project was truly like a home away from home. They were so welcoming and made me feel like I was part of the family right away. The property is full of wonder and interesting places to explore, not to mention all the handmade designs / decorations / and projects! (so much cool wood everywhere...) Barbara and Peter (and Nol and Fluer) are so fun and full of life, I visited at the beginning of winter (volunteering as a chef), and had tons of fun picking the last of the season's mushrooms, chatting over meals & drinks, hanging with the animals, etc. I'll be back in summer!

over 1 year ago

Italy

5

Amazing place to discover and learn about everything!! I'm so happy that i have been part of this project. Met beautiful people, cooked with Nol (He is a really good chef) and Barbara who also knows a lot about cooking! and eat delicious food, enjoy nature, forest, animals. It was also time to pick mushrooms so I got really into it and it was just amazing. Learn about permaculture, and how to approach everything! I also did a few construction projects with Peter and others volunteers where a learnt about wood. I guess I don't have space enough to write everything. THANK YOU the project

over 1 year ago

Mexico

5

My experience was great the family is lovely and the atmosphere is peaceful and a lot of team work , you will learn about premature in different ways, my favorite was the fermented food and rackya:) good place to make friends

over 1 year ago

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