From Market to Table: A Day of Turkish Cooking in Istanbul
Get ready to explore Turkey’s rich culinary heritage in an immersive full-day experience where you’ll shop, cook, and dine like a true Istanbulite. Starting with a guided stroll through Kurtuluş, one of Istanbul’s most food-centric neighborhoods, we’ll gather fresh ingredients from local spots: a simit vendor beloved by locals, a specialty liver butcher favored by top chefs, a traditional cheese shop, bakery, and more.
Back in the kitchen, we’ll teach you to cook six traditional recipes from all around Turkey. Together, we’ll make dishes like Circassian chicken, Southeast-style stuffed eggplant, and Aegean mincemeat pastries. Once we’ve prepared our feast, we’ll sit down together to enjoy the meal over stories and a glass of raki, Turkey’s famed anise-flavored spirit.
To finish on a sweet note, we’ll enjoy a classic pumpkin dessert topped with tahini and walnuts, along with Turkish coffee to seal the experience. This isn’t just a cooking class; it’s a journey into the heart of Turkish hospitality and tradition.
Bring your appetite and a sense of adventure, and leave with new culinary skills, unforgettable memories, and a taste of Istanbul’s authentic flavor.
- This experience is suitable for vegans and vegetarians! We offer plant-based options throughout, so you can fully enjoy each dish and tasting.
- All tastings during our market shopping, as well as all ingredients and supplies, are fully covered by us – just bring your appetite and curiosity!