Authentic Turkish Home Cooking Class with Local Couple Istanbul

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Authentic Turkish Home Cooking Class with Local Couple Istanbul

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 US$71.24  per guest
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Earliest available date: March 18, 2027
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 5 guests
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Language
English, German, Turkish
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Forget the crowded bazaars. Step into the "real" Istanbul with a day that feels less like a tour and more like catching up with an old friend.


We begin our journey in the rhythmic streets of Kurtuluş, a neighborhood where time slows down and tradition remains king. This isn't just a shopping trip; it's an invitation to the community. We’ll hand-pick the brightest seasonal produce from vendors who have known us for years.


From Market to Table In the sanctuary of our home kitchen, the real magic happens. Together, we’ll unlock the "secrets of the aunties"—those unwritten techniques that give Turkish cuisine its soul. You won’t just watch; you’ll touch, taste, and master the art of rolling delicate sarma, making creamy yogurt sauces, or perfecting the golden crunch of handmade börek. We can have Vegetarian & Vegan meals, too


In total we will prepare 5 dishes. At the end we’ll feast with glasses of Turkish Tea or Coffee and deep conversations. Join us on this unique experience

Sample Menu

STARTER
Lentils Soup
Mercimek Corbasi
STARTER
Gavurdagi Salad
STARTER
Havuc Tarator
MAIN
Dolma
DESSERT
Irmik Helvasi

What You Get

Starters and Desert
Authentic home cooking
Dinner

Good To Know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

What You’ll Experience

Forget the crowded bazaars. Step into the "real" Istanbul with a day that feels less like a tour and more like catching up with an old friend. We begin our journey in the rhythmic streets of Kurtuluş, a neighborhood where time slows down and tradition remains king. This isn't just a shopping trip; it's an invitation to the community. We’ll hand-pick the brightest seasonal produce from vendors who have known us for years. From Market to Table In the sanctuary of our home kitchen, the real magic happens. Together, we’ll unlock the "secrets of the aunties"—those unwritten techniques that give Turkish cuisine its soul. You won’t just watch; you’ll touch, taste, and master the art of rolling delicate sarma, making creamy yogurt sauces, or perfecting the golden crunch of handmade börek. We can have Vegetarian & Vegan meals, too In total we will prepare 5 dishes. At the end we’ll feast with glasses of Turkish Tea or Coffee and deep conversations. Join us on this unique experience :)

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Istanbul City Center, Halaskargazi Caddesi, Şişli İstanbul, Türkiye, TR, 34373

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The hotel is called Ramada Plaza by Wyndham. There are 4 Exits if you get out at the Osmanbey Metro station and you need to get out at the Exit called "Pangalti" or "Dolapdere". We will be waiting in front of this hotel at the exit of the Osmanbey metro station “Dolapdere” or “Pangalti”
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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An awesome experience to live in Istanbul!
January 12, 2026

We had an absolutely amazing experience during this cooking class with Ozge and Sercan. As soon as we arrived, they welcomed us with great kindness and knew how to put us at ease immediately. Beyo...read more

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