Cooking Class in Turkey From Istanbul
Istanbul, Turkey
Cooking Class in Turkey From Istanbul
Istanbul, Turkey
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Taste the unique flavors of Turkish cuisine as you learn to cook Ottoman-inspired recipes during this small-group cooking class. Get hands-on in the kitchen at a popular Istanbul restaurant in Sultanahmet and go beyond the typical dining experience as you watch—and help—a professional chef at work. Learn to make typical Turkish dishes like stuffed vine leaves or kirde kebab, then tuck into your delicious 3-course lunch or dinner.
- This Turkish cooking class is fun for foodies, families, and all abilities
- Learn professional culinary techniques from a skilled Turkish chef
- Class sizes are kept small for an intimate and personalized experience
- Hotel pickup is included, so you can leave the navigating to someone else
Sample Menu
Starter
Stuffed Vine Leaves with Sour Cherries
Starter
Stuffed Vine Leaves with Sour Cherries
Main
Kirde Kebab Diced beef and vegetables on flat bread croutons with yogurt
What's Included
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
Additional Info
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.4
based on 23 reviews
Melissa_M, Nov 2024
I would highly recommend this cooking class at this Michelin star restaurant. The owner of the restaurant taught the class with precision, humor and a personal touch. We learned new cooking techniques, and the food was amazing. We were able to eat our dinner that we cooked and it truly was a highlight of our trip. Thank you for offering us a rare opportunity for which we will always be grateful!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that your experience at our Michelin-star restaurant’s cooking class was a highlight of your trip. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed learning new techniques, cooking with our chef, and savoring your own creations. We aim to make every moment special, and we’re grateful that you felt the humor, precision, and personal touch we love to bring to every class. Thank you for joining us and making it an unforgettable experience for all. We hope to welcome you back for another culinary adventure soon!
Elena_I, Jul 2023
It was a great experience! The restaurante is wonderful, the chef, Mr. Neceti Ylmaz, is very personable. The chef that accompanied us was very professional and efficient. We were able to cook delicious dishes from the Otoman cuisine, and had a great lunch.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Thank you for your comments & thoughts. We would love to see you again on your İstanbul vacations. Best wishes, Caner
Richard_P, Jul 2022
My wife and I had a great time during the cooking class and have taken back some inspiration to cook a similar style of food at home. The chef and restaurant manger, who we primarily interacted with, were superb. Their instruction and patience was much appreciated and the food at the end was delicious.
Additionally, the restaurant was in a great part of town, ideally located to make a day of seeing Istanbul’s key landmarks such as the Hagia Sofia.
The only disappointment was that it is advertised as a 4 hour experience where in reality it is only half that. If it has not been for this it definitely would have received 5 stars.
Would definitely recommend this experience to anyone with an interest in cooking.
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Thanks RİCHARD,
I wish to be with you agan your next Istanbul holidays.
Saim
MaryPat_C, Apr 2022
I really enjoy taking cooking lessons in countries that I visit and this lesson was fabulous. We prepared, cooked and ate three authentic Turkish dishes. Chef was fully prepared, efficient and patient with us. And the best of all, every dish was delicious.
Response from Host, Apr 2022
Hello Mary,
So happy to hear you enjoyed the class. Hope to see you again.
Regards
kathryndanette, Jan 2020
The dishes on the menu are based on the Ottoman cuisine and delicious, but quite unexpected. They are simple to prepare such that beginners can easily make them. Very chill atmosphere and a welcoming staff as well.
Response from Host, Feb 2020
Thank you for your excellent reviews, we would like to see you again in İstanbul.
Sincerely
Yousof_A, Jan 2020
Very exciting and simple to learn dishes that pack a lot of flavour. The cook easily explained what we needed to do and guided us to complete our dishes
Response from Host, Jan 2020
Thank you for your positive review. We would like to see you again in İstanbul.
Sincerely,
Kristie_K, Oct 2017
This was a fun experience. It would be nice to have it a bit more hands-on though (my learning style). For most of the dishes I watched the chef do the work. Having each of us make a smaller version of the dish instead of the chef making one dish is a nice way to learn. Delicious recipes made!
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