Tours/Ankara/Viator
Viator · group up to 6 pax

Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family

4.9(9)Ankara1 hour
TRIPADVISOR4.9(9)

Description

Cooking is at the heart of Turkish family life, and with Sercan, a devoted father and husband, you'll experience it just as locals do. Join him and his family in their home as you chop, knead, and season together, learning not just recipes but the stories and traditions behind them. Discover how Turkish families bond over food, why slow-cooked dishes hold a special place at the dinner table, and the joy of sharing a homemade meal. More than a class, this is a warm, cultural exchange—filled with flavors, laughter, and meaningful connections.

Tour Options

Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family

Highlights

If the experience is booked for 10am, it will be held as a breakfast, where you will learn how to cook Turkish breakfast dishes and prepare a proper Turkish breakfast.
If the experience is booked for 5pm, it will be held as a dinner!

What's included

Included
If the experience is booked for 10am, it will be held as a breakfast, where you will learn how to cook Turkish breakfast dishes and prepare a proper Turkish breakfast.
If the experience is booked for 5pm, it will be held as a dinner!

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Reviews(9)

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Culture10282039527
January 7, 2026
Very good Turkish food.

Very beautiful day, very beautiful food. We eaten Turkish food and liked it. When we are going to Ankara going to visit again. Ser you coming soon.

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Inspire619837
October 7, 2025
A highlight of our time in Turkiye

This experience lived up to and surpassed the description and is a highlight for our travels in Turkiye so far! Sercan and his lovely family were so welcoming, we learnt so much including how to make the delicious food, and enjoyed warm conversation in an intimate party of six that we will not forget. It was with genuine sadness that we parted ways - the invitation into someone’s home to share their world for an evening was a privilege and a delight.

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laurapV6178KI
September 29, 2025
One of the best experiences I've ever made

The cooking class with Sercan and his family was absolutely outstanding! He welcomed me into his home, showed me traditional Turkish delights and not only did I learn a lot about the culture, but also had an amazing evening and a lot of fun with him and his family. One of my highlights was the Teeleaf reading (Turkish Tea) and of course all of the amazing food we cooked together! I can only recommend visiting this cooking class if you're in Ankara. Best regards :)

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akashk258
June 20, 2025
Amazing experience, so worth it!!

This was by far one of the highlights of our trip. Sercan was such an amazing host and had picked a great selection of foods to cook together. We spent much more time at his house than we were expecting! It’s perfect if you’re looking for a fun, cozy experience where you can really enjoy the company of locals and have some delicious, authentic food. I highly highly recommend this experience!!!

Operator response

So glad you stayed longer than planned — that’s the best sign! Sercan loved every minute with you. Come hungry next time too. 🧄🍅

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AgatheG87
June 16, 2025
Great evening!

My two children and I had a great evening with Sercan, Hatice and their son. We were warmly welcomed, the contact immediately passed. We cooked great dishes and talked a lot, it was really great and very nice!!! I recommend 1000%

Operator response

Merci Agathe 💛 On a adoré passer la soirée avec vous trois ! Cuisine, conversations, et beaucoup de rires — revenez quand vous voulez.

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Scenic62721444676
June 7, 2025
a great experience

Everything was delicious. If I come to Ankara again, I will definitely stop by again. An educational recipe and a fun conversation accompanied by delicious food...

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Safari34767638799
April 3, 2025
Wonderful Turkish Cooking Experience!

I had an amazing time at this private cooking class! My host was so welcoming and made learning fun and easy. We prepared Eksili Pilav—a delicious dish with tender beef, broken chickpeas, saffron, and a tangy sauce. The flavors were incredible! This dish is traditionally made in eastern Turkey, and it was fascinating to learn about its regional significance. The hands-on experience and cultural insights made it truly special. To finish, I enjoyed homemade helva and perfectly brewed Turkish coffee. If you want an authentic taste of Turkey, this class is a must!

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yunusemre_300
April 3, 2025
Turkish delight

He and his family are very friendly and a good host. The food he chose was delicious. it was a delicious experience. I recommend it.

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Sunshine24243850846
March 27, 2025
Fun experience

I love that they have classes with the locals at their house. The cooking was a great experience seeing how they live but the food wasn’t my speed of food but still a great experience over all.

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Operator response

Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review — we truly value guest feedback. However, we believe there may have been a mix-up. It seems that your review was meant for a completely different experience. The host mentioned, Sercan’s family, has only hosted three sessions with us so far, and your comments don’t align with any of their gatherings. As a small community-run initiative in all over Turkiye, we take great pride in providing warm, personalized experiences, and the vast majority of our reviews reflect that with five stars. Naturally, we were surprised to see a lower rating and just wanted to kindly clarify the confusion. Thank you for your understanding. Warm wishes, The LokalBond Community

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