Private Authentic Turkish Cooking Class in Istanbul
Overview
Get an insider’s introduction to Turkish cuisine during this hands-on, private cooking workshop in a local’s home. Learn how to recreate authentic dishes such as stuffed eggplant and crispy borek (filo pastry pie), with each recipe passed down through the family. As you cook, as your host for tips and recommendations, and discover a side to Turkish food that many travelers miss.
- Private Turkish cooking workshop in the home of a local cook
- Learn the origins of each dish and get a hands-on lesson in choosing the best ingredients
- Meals can be adapted to be vegetarian, if requested
- Enjoy a sit-down meal, served with dessert, and wine or beer
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Home-cooked Turkish meal
- Private cooking class with your host Nevin
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Teşvikiye
Nişantaşı Ihlamur Yolu Sokak, 34365 İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Experience authentic Turkish cuisine and culture with Nevin in her beautiful home in Istanbul's vibrant Nişantaşı district, a lively area known for its shopping, entertainment, and cultural attractions. Join Nevin for a hands-on cooking class in her cozy Istanbul kitchen and learn to cook authentic Turkish dishes passed down through generations. Using family recipes, Nevin will guide you step-by-step to prepare 2 traditional dishes. In your 2-hour Istanbul cooking class learn to cook mucver (Turkish fritters) or kisir (Turkish bulgur salad) and the stuffing for the borek (savory pastry) or stuffed pepper or tas kebap (one pot meat stew with rice). After cooking, enjoy the meal you helped create while engaging in lively conversation. This intimate experience in Istanbul is perfect for anyone wanting to connect with a locals, discover Turkish culinary traditions, and learn to cook authentic Turkish dishes.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Menu may vary depending on the season. If you wish to cook or eat something specific, please advise at the time of booking
- Private, personalized experience
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Activity code: C-7626P20
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