Prepare traditional dishes including dolma mantı, karnıyarık and wood-fire gözleme using locally sourced ingredients
Choose 5 side presentations from a rich selection of 13 traditional mezes and small plates
Sit down and enjoy the meal you cooked together at a shared table with homemade tea or ayran
Support local women's cooperatives and contribute directly to the preservation of regional food culture
Three menu options to suit different preferences and budgets
Tour Options
Gözleme & Light Bites
From €50 per person
A lighter tour centred on cooking gözleme (Turkish Pancake) over a wood fire, a truly hands-on experience. Served with salad and a glass of homemade tea or ayran. You get to choose 5 side presentations from the regional specialities. Ideal for a lighter appetite or a relaxed morning out.
Classic Anatolian Spread with Karnıyarık & Rice
From €60 per person
A quintessential Anatolian meal built around karnıyarık ,a tender eggplant stuffed with a richly spiced filling, fluffy rice completed with cooling cacık and a regional dessert, the perfect balance of variety and tradition. You get to choose 5 side presentations from the regional specialities.
Full Table Experience with Dolma Mantı
From €70 per person
Centred around dolma mantı, a beloved local dumpling dish. Rounded off with a regional dessert and freshly baked bread. You get to choose 5 side presentations from the regional specialities.
What's Included
Hotel Pick up& Drop off (add on)
All ingredients and cooking materials
Full meal — main dish + 5 side presentations of your choice
Homemade tea or ayran during the shared meal
Not Included
Cooperative handcraft products (available to purchase)
Bringing outside food or beverages into the cooking area
Tour Details
Guide
No Guide
Transportation
Car
Vehicle
6
Languages
English
Meals
Lunch
Pet Policy
Pets Not Allowed
Tour Code
COOKINGCLASS
FAQ
How do I choose my 5 side presentations?
You'll be presented with the full list of 13 side presentations after your booking. Simply select your 5 favourites and we'll make sure everything is ready on the day. If you're unsure, our team is happy to suggest combinations that work well together.
Can I change my menu option after booking?
Yes, menu changes are accepted up to 48 hours before the tour date. Please contact us as early as possible so we can adjust the ingredient preparations accordingly.
Is the tour suitable for vegetarians?
Several dishes on the menu are naturally vegetarian, including gözleme, kısır, lentil köfte and many of the meze options. Please let us know your dietary preferences at the time of booking and we will tailor the experience to suit you.
Can I purchase cooperative products on the day?
Yes. At the end of the tour, handcrafted products made by the cooperative members are available to purchase — a wonderful way to support the cooperative and bring a piece of local craft home with you.
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