Istanbul · TURKISH COOKING CLASSES
Consider this the shortlist to send a friend: 5 turkish cooking classes worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Cook Istanbul classics like dolma, börek, meze, and carrot salad in a Beşiktaş home with a local mom. 3-hour class, small groups.
“We had so much food. Everyone was incredibly friendly; learned a great deal, and the food was absolutely delicious.”
Cook with Gülşah in central Istanbul: Kurtuluş market shopping, hands-on family recipes, meze, Turkish coffee, and dessert in a small group.
“Our host Gülşah was lovely and was so happy to answer our questions and teach us about Turkish food and cooking. Really felt like we were at a dinner party hosted by a friend vs a class we booked online. Would recommend!”
Shop in Kurtuluş with a home cook, cook classic Turkish dishes together, then eat a cozy multi-course dinner with tea and dessert.
“This was a really wonderful way to learn more about Turkish cooking and explore local food shops. We all met at a central location and Gülseh showed us around her neighborhood food shops. I loved that a lot of people greeted her in the street and welcomed us into their stores. It was a really nice touch to get to meet shopkeepers and accompany her as she purchased ingredients like pastry dough for the night's meal. Gülseh was beyond patient and kind, answering all of our many questions about Turkish food and culture. We made several dishes including a lentil soup, semolina dessert, and Börek. Gülseh also provided some great…”
Hands-on Turkish cooking in Sultanahmet, small group, hotel pickup, Ottoman-style mezes and mains, plus a 3-course lunch with wine tasting.
“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!”
Small-group vegan and vegetarian cooking class in a cozy home near Taksim. Learn plant-based Mantı, Dolma, Kokoreç and more.
“Rojda was a kind-hearted guide. She not only showed us the best vegan/vegetarian recipes, but also told us about the city of Istanbul. Everything was delicious. We would recommend the cooking class to anyone interested.”
Every kind of day out in the city, and the best of each.
