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Turkish Cuisine Cooking and Rakı Tasting with Local Chef

Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    Sample Menu

    Main

    Stuffed Grape Leaves with Ground Meat

    Starter

    Two types of Meze

    Light meze like haydari (herbed yogurt), spicy ezme, or eggplant salad — chosen based on fresh, seasonal ingredients.

    Dessert

    Güllaç

    A light dessert made with milk-soaked pastry and walnuts — served chilled.

    Starter

    Double Rakı

    A traditional Turkish anise-flavored spirit, served cold and sipped slowly throughout the meal.

    What's Included

    • Alcoholic Beverages
      One Double Rakı
    • Dinner
    • Tips & Gratuities

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Poyracık Sokağı
      Teşvikiye, Poyracık Sok., 34365 Şişli/İstanbul, Türkiye

      Once you are in Poyracık Sk. Look for number 29. You can call me when you arrive and I will open the door.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Start time
    .7:00 pm

    What To Expect

    1

    Tesvikiye Mosque

    2

    City's Nisantasi Shopping Center

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • By booking, you accept this waiver. This experience is not wheelchair accessible. If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions, contact us before the experience. I acknowledge that participating in this LokalBond experience involves inherent risks including physical activity, travel, and interaction with unknown environments, which may result in personal injury or property damage. My participation is entirely voluntary and I may withdraw at any time. I certify I am in good health and will inform LokalBond of any health changes prior to the experience. I assume all risks involved and release LokalBond, its owners, employees, agents, and hosts from any claims or liabilities arising from my participation. I agree to indemnify LokalBond from any related claims or damages. This waiver is governed by Turkish law. I have read and fully understand these terms and agree to them voluntarily.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    From $103.74

    per person

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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