Turkey · COOKING CLASSES IN ISTANBUL
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 5 cooking classes in Istanbul worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Cook classic Turkish dishes in a local home in Beşiktaş, with a friendly mom, small group, and a made-for-you menu. Breakfast or dinner.
“This was so much fun, and the best thing I did in Istanbul. Nora and her family were so kind and accommodating, and spending time with them was an absolute pleasure! -Caroline, United States”
Shop for spices in Kurtuluş, then cook and eat a true Istanbul home meal with Gülşah, finishing with Turkish coffee and tahini dessert.
“Gülşah was a fantastic host and instructor. My wife and I enjoy cooking classes when we travel, so we have several points of comparison. I really liked Gülşah your of the neighborhood and visit to local shops (tip: get little gifts there —> transparent and fair pricing). Dinner itself was a multi-course meal of lentil soup, salad, a northern Turkish fish recipe, and a dessert. We appreciate the hospitality, instruction, and ultimately the food!”
Istanbul home cooking in Kurtuluş: shop like locals, learn börek and seasonal meze with Gülşah, then share dinner with Turkish tea and coffee.
“Gülşah is a great host and a wonderful cook. You learn a lot of interesting things about the Turkish cusine and culture. For a solo traveller like me it was also a great opportunity to meet nice people and have a great night! Highly recommended!”
Istanbul Turkish cooking class at a local home in Sarıyer: tea, step-by-step Dolma and meze, and a shared meal. 3 hours.
“What a fantastic cooking class this was! We felt right at home from the very beginning. Ozge was an incredible host and patiently guided us through each dish. The food was absolutely delicious and we thoroughly enjoyed Ozge’s company, learning more about her and Turkish culture. We were so well looked after and we were obsessed with Penny and Theo (our furry sous chefs!) We couldn’t recommend this experience more.”
Istanbul cooking class for a small group, customize your menu, learn knife skills with a pro chef, eat at the chef’s table, and take recipes home.
“The cooking class was really, really fun! The chef, a woman named Gül, was an experienced cook with 35 years of kitchen experience. Although she didn't speak English, there was a translator present, which was a great match for us. We had a fantastic time. The cooking class itself was held at a unique location a cozy office setting. The class ran smoothly like a well-oiled machine, and the food we prepared was absolutely delicious. We got to enjoy the fruits of our labor, and there was plenty to go around. I highly recommend this class, especially at the start of your vacation, to get a taste of Turkish cuisine…”
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