Turkish Coffee on Sand Workshop & Fortune Reading in Istanbul

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Turkish Coffee on Sand Workshop & Fortune Reading in Istanbul

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 US$30.62  per guest
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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Duration
1 hour
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Stroller Accessible
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English, Russian, Turkish
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Vegetarian, Family-friendly
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Join a Turkish Coffee Workshop in Istanbul. Brew coffee on sand, explore cultural rituals, taste delights, and engage in a fortune reading. Dive deep into a rich Turkish tradition.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Don’t just drink Turkish coffee — become part of the ritual.


In this hands-on workshop in Istanbul, you’ll grind your own coffee beans with a traditional hand mill, brew Turkish coffee on hot sand in a copper cezve, and learn the cultural meaning behind every step.


Located between Galataport and Galata Tower, this experience brings together taste, storytelling, and local tradition in a warm atelier atmosphere.


You’ll also discover the UNESCO-recognized Turkish coffee tradition, enjoy Turkish delight with your freshly brewed coffee, taste caffeine-free menengic coffee with its unique nutty flavor, and join a fun coffee cup reading ritual after your drink.


Guided in English, Turkish, or Russian, this relaxed cultural experience is perfect for travelers who want more than a simple coffee tasting.

What You Get

✦Measuring glass
✦A plentiful supply of high-quality Turkish coffee beans
Snacks

Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Discover one of Türkiye’s most iconic traditions with a hands-on Turkish coffee workshop in Istanbul. In this experience, you will learn how to prepare authentic Turkish coffee using traditional equipment and the unique hot sand brewing method. Your instructor will guide you step by step through the process, from understanding the finely ground coffee to controlling the heat, creating the perfect foam, and serving it in the traditional way. As your coffee slowly brews on hot sand, you will also hear the cultural stories behind Turkish coffee, its role in daily life, and why it has been a symbol of hospitality, friendship, and conversation for centuries. After preparing your own coffee, you will sit down to enjoy it like a local. The experience continues with a fun introduction to Turkish coffee cup reading, a lighthearted cultural tradition based on symbols, imagination, and storytelling. This workshop is ideal for travelers who want more than just a coffee tasting. It is a relaxed, interactive, and memorable way to experience Turkish culture in Istanbul. No previous experience is needed. All materials and equipment are provided.

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Meeting Point

Highlights in Istanbul Workshops, Galata Mandırası Sokak, Beyoğlu İstanbul, Türkiye, TR, 34000

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We are located directly across from Bloom Cafe, diagonally opposite Beyrut Cafe, and right next to Tolga Aras Photography. Our venue is a spacious and bright street-level shop.
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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4.9
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Fun activity to do in...
September 01, 2026

Fun activity to do in Istanbul! Learned a lot about coffee and the fortune reading part was fun and memorable.

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More than a coffee workshop
August 21, 2026

This workshop was one of the highlights of our trip. What started as a simple coffee workshop turned into a deeply engaging, historical, and cultural journey. From the moment we arrived, our host, ...read more

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A really interesting and...
August 15, 2026

A really interesting and enjoyable workshop. Ingkar was a gracious and kind host who was easy to chat with. Also a nice escape from the crowds!!!

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Great Experiences - Worth it
August 13, 2026

Great workshop. But the most exciting but informative and the staff are great. We liked it so much we signed up to the perfume making workshop too. Combine the two together - it’ll be worth it. Pri...read more

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that was nice experience
August 12, 2026

ali dagistan super super super

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