Culture Tastings: Coffee in Turkey

Explore Istanbul’s Coffee Scene: From Traditional to Trendy

Ready for a true coffee journey? Join us as we explore Istanbul’s hidden coffee culture, blending both classic and modern flavors. You’ll try Turkish coffee, pistachio coffee, coffee cocktails, and unique brews like the Delter.

📍 Location: Hidden coffee spots in a trendy, non-touristy Istanbul neighborhood (exact meeting point shared after booking)

✨ Highlights / Key Points

☕ Taste a variety of coffees: Turkish, pistachio, coffee cocktails, and Delter
🏠 Visit a hidden kahvehane, play local games, and learn coffee rituals
📜 Discover fascinating coffee stories:

• Why pistachio coffee was invented

• How women could once divorce over coffee

• Why tea became more popular than coffee

• The connection between Turkish coffee and European sweets
  👣 Visit 5–6 local coffee shops, experiencing both traditional and trendy spots
  💡 Local insights: where residents really hang out

✅ What’s Included

• Guided coffee tour with a local host
• Coffee tasting at 5–6 local shops
• Stories, games, and cultural insights

❌ What’s Not Included

• Drinks outside the included tastings (~$15 total expected)
• Transportation to/from meeting point
• Personal expenses