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Join a Turkish Breakfast Ritual with Local Sisters

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Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Experience authentic Turkish hospitality in this hands-on breakfast cooking class. Prepare staple dishes like menemen or muhlama under the guidance of your local host, who shares tips, stories, and traditions that shape Turkey’s rich culinary heritage. Within a small-group setting, enjoy plenty of one-on-one support and leave with recipes to recreate at home.
  • Get a taste of authentic Turkish hospitality in a cooking class
  • Savor breakfast staples like menemen or muhlama
  • Receive personalized attention from your local host
  • Learn about Turkish culture and leave with recipes to try at home

Sample Menu

Main

Menemen or Eggs

Classic Turkish breakfast item with eggs and vegetables

Main

Muhlama (Kuymak) or Gozleme

Corn meal and cheese cooked together or Gozleme with different ingredients

Main

Sucuk or Pastrami

Turkish classic Sausage

Main

Variety of cheese

Main

Turkish Cream (Kaymak) and Honey

Typical Turkish Breakfast item

Starter

Simit

Classic Turkish breakfast pastry

What's Included

  • Breakfast

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Esentepe, Şairler Sk. No:9, 34394 Şişli/İstanbul, Türkiye

      Exact Address: Esentepe Mah. Şairler Sk. No:9, Daire:14, Şişli/İstanbul It is in the back street of Akın Market. ***If you take the metro from the Istanbul Airport, you should follow Exit 3 (AVM/Metrobus) and then you should continue to M2 metro line. Your final exit should be Gayrettepe.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Start time
    .10:00 am

    What To Expect

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • 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 6 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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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 17 reviews
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    Great experience!

    Lydie_B, Oct 2024
    We had a great time and learned a lot during this class. We are back home and like to cook what we learned in the class.

    Wonderful and Unique Experience

    Michael_F, Apr 2024
    This was a great way to experience a Turkish breakfast and learn how it is made. It was also a great chance to talk to both people who live locally and others who were visiting (and their cat Petra!). It was a very inviting and delicious experience.

    Breakfast in Turkey

    cheryle_s, Mar 2024
    Loved the friendly, kind conversations we had with our hosts!! The food was marvelous and authentic, and yummy 😊😊. In addition they were more than helpful with our transportation needs

    I wish I have discovered it sooner

    Tomasz_G, Nov 2023
    My best experience on viator/tripadvisor Hosts were great. Had lots of fun spending time with them talking and cooking. Food is delicious. I can honestly recommend it

    Great experience.

    Gretchen_S, Oct 2023
    Our hosts were delightful. The food was authentic and delicious. The conversation was genuine and informative.
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