Cooking Class with Local Chef and Mom at Historic Kadikoy Home
5 reviews
Experience hosted at home by
Deniz
3 Hours
English, Turkish, French
Escape into the heart of Kadıköy with this inviting, hands-on cooking experience. Cook side-by-side with a seasoned local chef and his welcoming mother inside their historic Istanbul home.
You'll learn traditional family recipes passed down through generations—from rolling dolma and mixing fresh mezes to discovering the little secrets behind each dish. More than a class, this is a cultural embrace, filled with stories, laughter, and the flavor of genuine Turkish hospitality.
Gather around the table for a homemade feast you’ll remember long after the last bite. 🧡
🥘 Sample Menu
Main
• Stuffed Onions – Ground meat, rice, and vegetables tucked into tender onion layers
Starter
• Paçanga Börek – A crispy pastry filled with vegetables and Turkish pastırma (cured beef)
• Carrot Tarator – Sautéed carrots mixed with garlicky yogurt and olive oil
Dessert/Side
• Grilled & Smashed Eggplant – Creamy eggplant blended with milk and tahini
What makes it unique?
This experience blends two perspectives: a chef’s culinary knowledge and a mother’s home cooking traditions. Hosted in a historic Kadıköy house, the class offers both professional insight and family recipes. The collaboration between generations creates a rich and personal cooking experience.
What do our guests say?
Cooking with Deniz and his mom Ozlem was the most heartwarming part of my trip. Felt like family, and the food, especially the onion dolma was amazing!
16.08.25
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