This tour is without a doubt the best introduction to Izmir, and a must-do for anyone who loves food - it really showcased the best food in a city full of culinary delights. Friends recommended we do this tour, and we’re so glad we followed their advice. Our guide, Asli, was so friendly and knowledgeable - she took us to the spots even the locals wish they knew about - the kinds of places any tourist would walk past a hundred times without knowing how amazing their food was. Every dish was accompanied by an explanation of its significance, or the history of the business serving it. The tour even included a Michelin Star establishment.
Finally, Asli also provided excellent advice and recommendations for our time in Izmir, and did we mention she was friendly and made great conversation too? 100% worth it.
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Thank you so much for this wonderful review and for supporting Izmir's unsung culinary heroes. We are thrilled that Asli could share the deep history and daily life of the city with you, introducing you to the generations-old spots that preserve our unique culinary traditions. It is always an honor to connect curious travelers with the dedicated artisans who make our city so special.
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Resort32575292677
September 13, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing food & culture in Izmir
Great tour, fantastic guide, helped us all buy presents in the markets as we explored some hidden gems in Izmir. Would recommend it to anyone. Could not eat anything for rest of day though. So full!
事業者からの返答
Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review of your time in Izmir. We are so glad our guide could introduce you to the city's hidden gems and help you navigate the beautiful local markets. Most importantly, your visit helps us support the unsung culinary heroes of the neighborhood and preserve these vital food traditions for the future.
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joclyncastor
May 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A wonderful and delicious day in Izmir
We absolutely loved this tour and our guide Asli. She is a native of Izmir and so proud of her culture. The tour was primarily focused around the market and the vendors and chefs at each location obviously know Asli well and greeted her and us with enthusiam. We tried so many wonderful foods and also made a few culture stops. She was also so patient with our many questions about Turkish culture. We had a lot of laughs ans even exchanged recipes.
We are highly recommending this tour to anyone we meet who is heading to Izmir.
事業者からの返答
Thank you for the wonderful review and for taking the time to share your experience. We are thrilled that you enjoyed exploring the daily life of Izmir's markets with us. Thank you for supporting these unsung culinary heroes and helping us preserve such invaluable local traditions.
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Viviennec30
November 29, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
A fantastic experience
This experience was fantastic!! Nuket was a knowledgeable and engaging guide who took us to so many shops, cafes and stalls where we sampled the highest quality foods and interacted with such friendly owners. We came away will full stomachs and full hearts!
事業者からの返答
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s wonderful to hear that your day in Izmir left you both well-fed and inspired.
Nuket will be thrilled to know that her knowledge and enthusiasm made such a positive impression. We take pride in working with guides who not only know the city deeply but also connect guests with local people, traditions, and flavors — that combination is exactly what makes these tours special.
Don’t forget to check your Culinary Backstreets Passport on our website to see the new Izmir stamp you’ve collected!
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EricaHang
September 30, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
What a treat to experience!
Nuket was fantastic! Other folks ended up not showing up, so it was just Nuket and I -- I was so grateful to have experienced the tour in depth with local insights, history of the neighborhoods, delicious food not only rich on the taste buds but the culinary backstory and cultural influence. She even read my Turkish coffee grounds as a fortune! While the tour spanned several hours with 5+ stops, it was well worth the investment for such a special tour to learn about Izmir and Turkiye.
事業者からの返答
What a wonderful review — thank you for sharing such a special experience! We're so glad you had the chance to explore Izmir’s rich culinary heritage one-on-one with Nuket. She brings such warmth, knowledge, and connection to her tours, and we take great pride in working with guides who are not only deeply informed, but also passionate locals eager to share their cities in a meaningful way.
It’s especially lovely to hear that the tour went beyond delicious tastes to include cultural context — and even a coffee fortune reading! That’s exactly what we hope for: an immersive and memorable dive into food, place, and tradition.
Don’t forget to check out your Culinary Backstreets Passport on our website to see your new Izmir stamp — and we hope to welcome you again in another city (or another fortune-telling café!) soon.
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Julian S
August 26, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Unprofessional and unreliable – tour cancelled twice without explanation
I booked and paid for this tour twice for two people - which is exactly the stated minimum number of participants. Both times it was cancelled without any explanation. On TripAdvisor, the dates were clearly shown as available, yet after booking everything was cancelled. Only after repeatedly asking did I receive a vague reply, still without a clear reason. Extremely unprofessional and disappointing.
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domingosg729
August 4, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Izmir on fire!
It was burning hot, still, our guide gave it all. Great food, great stories, great people. We loved it as always! The best culinary tours in the world.
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Thank you so much for your kind words, Domingos — and for braving the heat with us in Izmir!
We’re thrilled to hear that the stories, the people, and, of course, the food made it all worth it. We take pride in working with guides who give it their all, no matter the weather, and who are deeply connected to the cities they share.
And seeing “as always” in your review truly means a lot — it’s always an honor to welcome back familiar faces! Your loyalty and enthusiasm keep us going.
Don’t forget to check your Culinary Backstreets Passport on our website to see the new Izmir stamp you’ve earned!
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Jacqueline_R
June 28, 2025 · via Viator
Excellent day
Excellent day exploring the sights of Izmir. Well organised and a great variety of traditional food. We had 14 stops and each was well coordinated and our guide seemed to know everyone! Good insight into local customs and traditions and an excellent way to spend a day. You certainly don’t need breakfast or lunch if you take this tour.
事業者からの返答
Thank you for the great review!
We're so happy to hear that your day in Izmir was both delicious and insightful. It sounds like you really embraced the full experience — 14 stops is no small feat, and we’re glad you came hungry!
We take pride in working with guides who have deep roots in their cities and strong relationships with the people and places they introduce to our guests — it’s wonderful to know that came through in your tour.
And yes, skipping breakfast and lunch is absolutely the right call!
Don’t forget to check out your Culinary Backstreets Passport on our website to see your new Izmir stamp — and hopefully, we’ll see you again in another city soon!
Warm wishes,
The Culinary Backstreets Team
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955sarajanem
May 28, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Thank you Nuket!
Our guide Nuket Franco was terrific. She educated us on food and culture. We experienced the real Izmir - away from tourists and ate lots of delicious food. We loved Izmir because of her and miss her!
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for your lovely words!
We’re thrilled to hear that Nuket made your Izmir experience so authentic and memorable. We take great pride in working with guides who not only share their deep knowledge of food but also the rich culture and heart of their city. It’s wonderful to know you felt the real Izmir through her passion and expertise — and that you miss her already!
That is exactly what we strive for—connecting guests to the genuine spirit behind every dish and street.
Don’t forget to check your Culinary Backstreets Passport on our website to see the stamp you earned exploring Izmir’s culinary traditions!
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Tatjana_M
March 19, 2025 · via Viator
At the end of the tour you will be full. And not just with delicious food, but with fantastic memories.
Great way to get to know the city, if you want to see more than images on touristic posters and taste more than food on touristic menus.
You will hear stories, learn some history, meet loveliest local people, have a wonderful walk, and, of course, taste some fantastic food.
I was priveleged to have Nuket as my guide, a very knowledgeable and super friendly lady, who walked me through unique places and answered my countless questions.
I was very happy with the experience and would highly recommend it.
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re so happy to hear that you had such an enriching experience on the Only in Izmir tour. It’s wonderful that the combination of local stories, history, and the chance to meet some of Izmir’s loveliest people made the tour truly special for you.
We’re also thrilled that Nuket was able to guide you through the unique spots and provide insightful answers to all your questions. She’s a true gem, and we’re so glad her knowledge and friendly nature made your experience even more memorable!
And don’t forget to check out your Culinary Backstreets Passport on our website to see all the stamps you’ve collected!
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another culinary adventure soon!
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