Istanbul Turkish Home Cooking Class with a Local
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
A true in-home Turkish experience—you’re welcomed not just as a guest, but as part of the family.
The focus is as much on conversation and connection as on cooking.
You’ll meet my adorable cat and dog, who are always excited to make new friends.
We’ll end the meal the authentic Turkish way—with fresh coffee, dessert, and maybe even a fortune reading.
You’ll walk away not only with new recipes, but with new memories, friendships, and stories.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Step into my Istanbul home and enjoy a hands-on Turkish cooking class with a local host. In this small-group Istanbul cooking experience, you’ll prepare authentic Turkish dishes from scratch and learn the essentials of Turkish home cooking. This is not a demonstration—you’ll be actively cooking, tasting, and creating a full homemade meal in a real local home. Whether you’re a beginner or a food lover, this Turkish cooking class is designed to be relaxed, personal, and fun. Beyond cooking, this experience is about connection. As we cook together, you’ll discover the traditions behind authentic Turkish food and experience genuine Turkish hospitality. Once everything is ready, we’ll sit down and enjoy our meal together, just like a family. My friendly cat and dog may join us, adding to the warm and cozy atmosphere of this home cooking experience. We’ll finish with Turkish coffee and dessert, and if you’d like, a traditional coffee fortune reading. This is more than just a cooking class in Istanbul—it’s a chance to experience local life, share stories, and create lasting memories.
Sample Menu
main
Karnıyarık
Roasted eggplants stuffed with a savory mix of ground meat.
starter
Sigara Böreği - Turkish Pastry
Crispy, golden pastry rolls filled with creamy feta cheese and herb.
starter
Kabak Tarator
A refreshing zucchini meze with yogurt, garlic, and walnuts—light, cool, and full of Mediterranean taste.
starter
Salad
Seasonal Turkish salad
dessert
İrmik Tatlısı
Semolina Dessert
What‘s Included
If the experience is booked for 12.00pm, it will be held as lunch!
If the experience is booked for 5pm, it will be held as a dinner!
Turkish Coffee
Meals
Options
Istanbul Turkish Home Cooking
Lunch or Dinner
Reviews
30 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful experience and delicious food!
dorothymV3086CH,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a lovely cooking lesson where I learned to cook a traditional Turkish meal. The food was delicious and Ozge was a gracious, welcoming host. I will definitely try these recipes at home! I highly recommend this experience to anyone interested in learning more about Turkish cuisine in a relaxing environment!
We had such a wonderful...
Timothy C,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had such a wonderful experience with this cooking class! From the moment we arrived, she made us feel so welcome in her home. She was incredibly hospitable, kind, and thoughtful throughout the entire experience. The food was absolutely delicious, and it was so much fun learning how to prepare everything ourselves. One of the best parts was being given the recipes to take home so we can try making the dishes again ourselves. This felt much more personal and authentic than a typical class, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a memorable experience!
Thanks!
692iank,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great experience with Ozge, learning her recipes and about her life in Istanbul. Thanks!
Tasty food with wonderful friendly teacher
L913NWalexanderr,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went with my mother and Özge taught us how to cook 3 dishes. She is bright friendly and informative. We loved being in her home and giving us so much insight into Turkish cookery. Highly recommend to take a class with her!
Came with my mother. Özge...
Alexander R,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Came with my mother. Özge is a wonderful host! We cooked 3 dishes for a meal and had a great time laughing cooking eating. She is very attentive, informative and welcoming. Highly recommend! :)
Great Turkish Cooking Class!
Tour46488575701,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I really enjoyed cooking with Ozge. She introduced us to lots of cooking secrets that I was excited to learn like using tomato paste, lemon juice and more! She is very friendly and it was wonderful to hear her childhood memories of cooking and eating with her family and how it related to the dishes we prepared. Highly recommend!
Cool and unique afternoon
StaciaEH,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was fantastic-love a cooking class in a home to see a bit of local Life and learn family dishes. Ozme was wonderful-highly recommended
A true dive into Turkish culture
danielsN9039WH,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ozge's cooking class is a must whenever you come on a visit to Istanbul. Not not only will you be preparing lovely dishes to take back home to your own kitchen but also Ozge offers a perspective on the meals and the culture behind them that goes beyond the mere consumption of food. It's about sharing and learning from each other, all that in a lovely setting. Definitely recommended!
Wonderful Local Food and Hospitality
Martin H,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a lovely evening hosted by Ozge in her her. More than the cooking class and the food was the conversation and hospitality of being welcomed into a local's home and hearing about the culture and daily life in Istanbul. A wonderful, priceless experience that we would do again!
Great experience
198edinat,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a truly lovely evening at Özge’s home. Our host was incredibly kind and welcoming, and with her help we prepared the dinner together. We arrived with two teenage boys, and they also had a wonderful time! The evening was made even more special by the host’s dog and cat. The dishes were easy and quick to prepare at home, and absolutely delicious. Özge is an excellent host! Thank you for the fantastic experience, the great conversations, and the warm hospitality!
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