Where kids aged 12 and under roll, wrap and eat their very own Greek souvlaki. Hands-on. Delicious. Completely unforgettable.
Souvlaki School is a hands-on session where children discover Greek food from the inside out. Not watching — doing. They handle real ingredients, learn why we use halal-certified meats, and build their own souvlaki from scratch.
Kids learn the technique of wrapping a proper souvlaki — warm the pita, layer the protein, add sauces, fold it tight. There's actually a skill to it.
The Yassas team runs every session. Small groups mean every child gets hands-on time, attention, and a chance to ask questions.
The session ends with everyone eating what they created. Kids who "don't like sauce" tend to change their tune when they made it themselves.
We explain where the ingredients come from, why Greek food uses fresh herbs and olive oil, and what halal-certified meat means. Fun, not a lecture.
Younger siblings are looked after too — activity sheets and colouring packs keep the whole family busy while the session runs.
Families are encouraged to stay and dine in after the session. The full menu is available — it's a great way to make a day of it.
Sessions run with a maximum of 16 kids per group. We keep it intentionally small so every child gets proper attention and hands-on time.
Kids are welcomed to the activity space at the back of the venue. Each child gets their own station with everything they need: pita, proteins, sauces, and toppings.
The Yassas team introduces what makes Greek food special — the halal-certified meats, the fresh herbs, the olive oil, and the tradition behind souvlaki.
Guided by the team, each child layers their souvlaki: warm pita, grilled protein, tzatziki, tabouleh, tomato, onion. Then comes the all-important wrap.
Everyone eats what they made. Parents can order drinks and snacks for the table. Families are welcome to stay for a full meal after the session ends.
Sessions run during school holidays at our Melbourne venues. Spots fill quickly — book as soon as you see a date that works.
Souvlaki School runs at all four Yassas venues across Melbourne during school holidays. Each venue has its own charm and community.
Inside Eastland Shopping Centre in Ringwood — ideal for families from the eastern suburbs. Our Souvlaki School pilot venue, in partnership with Eastland.
View Venue →Inside Craigieburn Central Shopping Centre — the family heartland of Melbourne's northern suburbs. Perfect for the school holiday crowd.
View Venue →Our flagship venue above Southgate Food Precinct on the Yarra River. A special setting for a family cooking experience in the heart of Melbourne.
View Venue →At The District Docklands entertainment precinct — great for families visiting the area, right next to O'Brien Ice Rink.
View Venue →Children aged 12 and under. The session is designed to be accessible for a wide age range — younger children (with a bit of parental guidance nearby) enjoy it just as much as older kids.
A maximum of 16 kids per session. We keep it small deliberately so every child gets hands-on time with the Yassas team and no one gets lost in the crowd.
Yes — parents are welcome to stay nearby. We set up the activity space at the back of the venue and parents can order drinks and snacks for the table while the session runs. We encourage families to stay for a meal after the session ends too.
All meat used is halal-certified. We can accommodate common dietary requirements with advance notice. Please contact us before booking if your child has specific allergen needs so we can prepare accordingly.
Sessions run during Victorian school holidays across our Melbourne venues. Check the upcoming dates section above for the next available sessions. Dates vary by venue — some venues may run additional sessions during high-demand periods.
Yes — we can accommodate school groups and private bookings outside of our public school holiday schedule. Use the school group enquiry form below or email us directly to discuss your requirements. We can scale sessions up for larger groups.
Follow us on Instagram @yassasthegreekway for early access to new dates and waitlist announcements. School holiday sessions can sell out quickly — we recommend booking as soon as dates are released.
Planning a school excursion, birthday event, or private group session? We can customise a Souvlaki School experience for your group. Get in touch and we'll make it work.
For group bookings and school excursion enquiries, please contact us via email or WhatsApp with the following details:
Check upcoming dates and book your spot — sessions fill fast during school holidays.