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This is much more than a cooking class—it is an invitation into the heart of a real Turkish village. Spend the day with local families, help prepare traditional Turkish dishes, and experience a way of life preserved for generations. Meet village women, learn local food traditions, and discover how handmade carpets, rugs, and crafts remain an important part of daily life in Etrim. Explore a self-sufficient village producing olive oil, honey, thyme, natural soaps, spices, and handicrafts. Visit village homes, meet local artisans, and enjoy Turkish hospitality throughout the day. Whether you come for the food, the culture, or the people, you will leave with unforgettable memories—and perhaps a handmade treasure that allows you to take a small piece of Turkey home with you. Pickup from cruise port, hotels, and villas. Timely return to your ship guaranteed. Discover the real Turkey through its people, food, and traditions. More Than a Cooking Class—A Journey Into Village Life.