Turkish Cooking Class
Istanbul, Turkey
About This Activity
Join a hands-on cooking class in the Sultanahmet or Kadıköy neighborhood and learn the secrets of Turkish cuisine. Start with a guided visit to a local market to select fresh ingredients, then prepare classic dishes like manti (Turkish dumplings), pide (flatbread), stuffed vine leaves, and flaky baklava. Finish with a shared feast paired with Turkish tea. Classes run 3-4 hours in small groups of 6-10.
Seasonal note: Year-round indoor
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