Activity Overview:

Turkish cuisine is a harmonious blend of rich spices, fresh ingredients, and centuries-old traditions. This experience highlights beloved dishes such as kebabs, an array of mezze (appetizers), pide (Turkish flatbread pizza), and the famous sweet baklava. Complement your meal with traditional Turkish tea and coffee, embodying Turkey’s cultural rituals. The tour includes visits to authentic eateries, cooking classes, and tastings.

What’s Included:

• Tastings of various kebabs (Adana, Şiş, Döner)

• Sampling of mezze platters including hummus, baba ghanoush, stuffed grape leaves, and more

• Pide tasting with different toppings

• Dessert experience with baklava and other Turkish sweets

• Traditional Turkish tea and coffee tastings

• Cooking classes featuring preparation of mezze and kebabs

• Cultural insights into Turkish food customs and history

What’s Not Included:

• Transport to and within Turkey unless specified

• Personal meals beyond guided tastings and classes

• Accommodation unless included

• Additional purchases outside included tastings

• Travel insurance and personal expenses

Suggested 2-Day Turkish Culinary Experience

🍢 Ideal for food enthusiasts wanting an authentic taste of Turkey’s iconic dishes

🍖 Day 1 – Kebabs and Mezze Exploration

• Visit to a traditional Turkish restaurant for kebab tastings including Adana and Şiş kebabs

• Mezze platter tasting featuring hummus, haydari, ezme, and dolma

• Evening stroll with stops for Turkish tea in local tea houses

🥙 Day 2 – Pide, Baklava, and Turkish Coffee

• Pide tasting with assorted toppings (cheese, minced meat, spinach)

• Visit to a famous bakery for baklava and other desserts

• Turkish coffee tasting experience with explanations of the brewing ritual

• Optional cooking class focusing on making mezze and pide

Additional Notes:

• Best time to visit: Year-round, with outdoor dining especially enjoyable in spring and autumn

• Transport: Walking and local transport recommended for city food tours

• Group Size: Small groups or private tours preferred for a personalized experience

• Dietary Needs: Vegetarian and other preferences can be accommodated on request

• Local Tip: Don’t rush the Turkish coffee ritual—enjoy the slow pace and conversation it inspires