We really enjoyed this tour. Our tour guide Erol was very friendly, approachable, knowledgeable and just what we needed. Erol took us through a number of food experiences we might not have otherwise have had. We certainly had plenty to eat and a strong variety of foods and drinks. He also gave us a really helpful explanation of Turkey's and Istanbul's history. The pace was spot on for us. It really helped us enjoy the rest of our stay in Istanbul as we understood food and customs so much better. We would thoroughly recommend this.
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Amanda_E
September 27, 2026 · via Viator
More than just a food tour.
I had an amazing time with Erol. At every stop we tasted amazing food and learned the history behind it. Between each stop we talked about turkish culture and the history of Istanbul.
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Michelle_B
September 13, 2026 · via Viator
What a day
Oh what can we say Gamze, was a wonderful tour. She was kind, knowledgeable and a lot of fun. There was never a dull moment. She took us to a variety of places and tried a great variety of popular Turkish food. I loved this tour and it prompted us to spend our last night in Istanbul on the Asian side. Totally recommend
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Lori_A
September 10, 2026 · via Viator
Fun food
We really enjoyed trying different foods. Our guide Kim was very knowledgeable and we loved traveling to the Asian side of Turkey.
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Olga_E
August 11, 2026 · via Viator
More Than a Food Tour: A Taste of Istanbul’s Culture and History
We had a wonderful experience on this food tour with Tolga. He was an exceptional guide and made the afternoon feel like much more than just a food tour. Every stop was thoughtfully chosen, and we got to experience a great variety of Turkish food while exploring both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul.
What made the experience especially memorable was everything Tolga shared along the way. He taught us about Turkish culture, history and everyday life, giving us much more context for what we were seeing and tasting. He was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging and easy to spend the afternoon with.
A fantastic way to experience Istanbul through its food, culture and history. Highly recommend Tolga!
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Amy_M
August 6, 2026 · via Viator
Great Tour
We had an amazing tour with Tolga! He knew where to get all the best local food we wouldn’t have known where to go otherwise. It was really fun to go on our first day in the city as well, because we learned about the city and got tips we could use the rest of our trip. Thanks again!
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Dana_P
August 5, 2026 · via Viator
Must experience
This food tour is a must see experience in Istanbul. It offers a unique and fun way to understand the food, neighborhoods and culture. Our guide Tolga, was experienced and kind giving us a ton of information. We started at the spice bizarre and the headed to Asian side for a ton of stops and more food than we could eat. Come hungry!
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Barbara_Y
July 14, 2026 · via Viator
A perfect morning on the Asian side of Istanbul.
From the moment we met, Erol was engaging and kind. He brought us a delicious, fresh-baked walnut simit that was nothing like those sold by street vendors. He speaks perfect and eloquent English as he shares the history and stories of the area. This tour has it all. A calming and scenic ferry ride with live music, more delicacies than you can imagine and a lovely walk through the beautiful Asian side of Istanbul. If you want to escape the crowds if tourists and enjoy wonderful Turkish food , Erol is a fantastic guide. We recommend him 100%.
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Rosalie_M
June 21, 2026 · via Viator
Tasty experience
This was such a memerable tour all thanks to Gamze! My husband and I were the only ones on this tour and she personalized it for us. We were able to try food we would normally never have. The choices were perfect and the hospitality of Gamze was even better!
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Tony_W
June 8, 2026 · via Viator
A great Istanbul tasting food tour
Erol, our guide, was excellent, he is Turkish with excellent English. He was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the food and local customs, as well as wider Turkish history and culture. If you are looking for a Baklava and Beer tour this isn't for you. Erol introduced us to a variety of new food and flavours teaching us along the way. The trip across the Bosphorus and walk around the market stalls and bustling streets of Karakoy was great and not at all tiring. The amount of food and drink is perfect for this type of tasting tour. I would highly recommend this tour and especially Erol.