Turkish Meze Cooking for Beginners

Join our Turkish Meze Cooking Class in Istanbul. Learn to make traditional vegetarian mezes with a local cook. Sign up now for a culinary adventure!

Duration: 2 hours
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Highlights
  • Şht. Korhan Zağrali Sk. No:28 - Experience the flavors of Istanbul in our Turkish Meze Cooking Class. Join us for a unique culinary adventure where we open up our warm home for you, then head to our home kitchen for an intimate meze cooking session.

In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to prepare traditional Turkish mezes, including:

Carrot Tarator: A fresh and tangy carrot dish.
Eggplant Meze (İmam Bayıldı): A flavorful, spice-infused eggplant recipe.
Haydari: A rich, garlicky yogurt meze.
Zucchini Tarator: A creamy and savory zucchini dish.

Discover Turkish culture through its delicious food in our 2+ hour Turkish Meze Cooking Class. It’s more than a lesson in cooking – it’s a taste of life in Istanbul.

What's Included
  • Tea and coffee
Meal Options
  • Carrot Tarator
  • Eggplant Meze (İmam Bayıldı )
  • Haydari (Yoghurt Meze)
  • Zucchini Tarator
Additional Information

Welcome to an authentic Turkish home cooking experience in the heart of Istanbul. Join our Turkish Meze Cooking Class, led by a local cook, where you’ll dive into the art of making traditional Turkish mezes.

You’ll get a hands-on training from a local cook who is experienced in cooking Turkish mezes.

You will be learning how to make your own Turkish mezes such as Carrot tarator, haydari, imam bayıldı and zucchini tarator from our local cook.

Our mezes are vegetarian so feel free to join this event without having to worry about vegetarian options!

Sign up today and get ready to cook, taste, and enjoy the true essence of Istanbul’s culinary delights!

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Location
Şht. Korhan Zağrali Sk. No:28
Şehit Korhan Zağrali Sokak
1- Our community has a driver. If you wish a private transfer to the experience location, we will be happy to check the driver's availability. 2- Istanbul has traffic issue. I suggest you use metro, ferry as much as you can. Instructions to the address via public transportation is written on tickets
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Bob_s
Jun 30, 2024
Delicious yet vegetarian - This evening İrem showed me how to make four common Turkish meze. Haydari (cheese and yogurt) - The mint is dried and fried in butter but the dill is fresh, chopped and sprinkled in. Babaganuș (smoked aubergine and parsley) Kabak Tarator (fried shredded courgette with yogurt) Havuç Tarator (fried shredded carrot with yogurt)
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Robertsd2434on
Jun 29, 2024
A-meze-ing eXperience - A fun two hour class This evening İrem showed me how to make four common Turkish meze. Haydari (cheese and yogurt with dill and dried mint) Babaganuș (smoked aubergine and parsley) Kabak Tarator (fried shredded courgette with yogurt) Havuç Tarator (fried shredded carrot with yogurt) I ate them with bread and that was a delicious meal. We talked about parents, children, art and Istanbul.
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Antoine_l
Jun 17, 2024
Fun evening learning to cook turkish mezze - We had a good time learning to cook some turkish mezze for our last night in Türkiye! Our host was of great company and very welcoming. I would recommend this activity to anyone and would be happy to try other Lokal Bond classes anytime!
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Daanh421
Jun 11, 2024
Mezelicious - This is a fun activity to do! We had a very friendly welcome. Instructions were clear and we had nice conversations during the cooking.
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Stardustn2024
May 14, 2024
İstanbul’s meze - Attending the Turkish Meze Cooking for Beginners in Istanbul was a fantastic introduction to the rich tapestry of Turkish cuisine. From the moment we stepped into the kitchen, we were greeted with the tantalizing aroma of fresh herbs and spices, setting the stage for an unforgettable culinary journey. Our instructor patiently guided us through the process of preparing a variety of mezes, from classic favorites like hummus and ezme to lesser-known delights like muhammara and stuffed grape leaves. I must especially mention that we thoroughly enjoyed the carrot tarator. Each dish was a testament to the vibrant flavors and diverse ingredients that define Turkish meze culture. The hands-on experience of chopping, mixing, and tasting allowed us to develop a deeper understanding of the techniques and traditions behind these delectable appetizers. As we gathered around the table to enjoy our creations, we not only savored the delicious flavors but also celebrated the shared joy of cooking and eating together. It was an enriching and delicious experience that left us eager to explore more of Istanbul's culinary treasures.
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Trip19235615691
May 8, 2024
Yummy and easy - I always like and cook Turkish meze, and as I join this cooking class I learned new things. Beside learning new dishes it was great to have time in a lovely home with my friendly host. Thank you for opening your home to me.
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Iulia-aal
May 4, 2024
Recommended - Very nice experience, made of food, sociality and sharing of traditions and cultures. We prepared typical Turkish appetizers, very simple but delicious. A set of useful recipes to tease and surprise your friends and guests. It is an excellent opportunity to get in touch with local people and their customs.
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