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Cooking with friends
Esra was a friendly host and competent chef. She took her time to show us the recepies and it was a delicious meal. The surroundings of her flat are modern and full of interesting Cafés to walk along, very nice!
Home Cooking Class in Central Istanbul with a Local Chef
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $104 / person
- Location
- Istanbul, Türkiye
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 18 reviews
- Languages
- EN, TR
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Lokal Bond
- Meeting point
- Once you are in Poyracık Sk. ring the bell number 29.
Description
This isn’t a polished studio or a touristy demo, it’s a real IstThis isn't a studio or a demonstration kitchen. It's a home in Tesvikiye, with a real stove, real family recipes, and a host who used to cook professionally but now cooks for the love of it. Esra's background means you get both the technique and the warmth; someone who knows exactly why a dish works, and also why it matters. Small groups only, so every guest gets real attention and the table never feels crowded.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM, 6:00 PM, and 7:30 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 22
- Adult
- $104
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $109.
Out at sunset: the 3:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:58 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 21.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Dinner
Coffee and/or Tea
Meals
Not included
Tips and gratuities.
Film My Experience - A friend will casually film your experience.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
18 reviews
How it compares in Istanbul
- Rated higher than 80% of 988 reviewed tours in Istanbul
- Starting price $104 is 81% above the typical $57 for tours of similar length in Istanbul
Excurgo comparison of 3,640 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Home Cooking Class in Central Istanbul with a Local Chef take?
Home Cooking Class in Central Istanbul with a Local Chef lasts about 3 hours.
How much does Home Cooking Class in Central Istanbul with a Local Chef cost?
Prices start at $104 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $109. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Home Cooking Class in Central Istanbul with a Local Chef run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM, 6:00 PM, and 7:30 PM.
Can I cancel Home Cooking Class in Central Istanbul with a Local Chef for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Once you are in Poyracık Sk. ring the bell number 29. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Home Cooking Class in Central Istanbul with a Local Chef offered in?
The experience is available in EN, TR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Home Cooking Class in Central Istanbul with a Local Chef worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Lokal Bond.
Reviews(18)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
B
Turkish family dinner
We had an amazing time with Esra. She made delicious food for us and shared some insights to her culture and life. Very nice/wholesome experience
K
Highly recommend
Had the best experience in Esra’s home, she was so hospitable and we ate incredible traditional food would highly recommend for an authentic Turkish food experience!
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O
Best Home Cooking Experience
Esra was the best host ever for this experience. We had the most amazing time and the food was incredible. Anyone who gets to go into her home should be so grateful.
H
Wonderful dinning experience
Very welcoming and loving definitely worth the price
M
Best cooking class
Best cooking class! Had a great time, felt very welcomed into Esra’s home
O
Amazing Experience!!
Amazing experience, was made to feel super comfortable and at home. Delish foods and got to make so many different traditional Turkish meals. Tour Guide (Esra) was absolutely lovely and i would 100% do this again.
8
Best cooking class out there
Highly recommend this cooking class! You get to make, try and experience a lot of traditional Turkish meals. All was delicious and she is fantastic at her job.
M
The best!!
Esra was a wonderful host and an amazing cook. I really enjoyed learning about the traditional Turkish meals, would definitely recommend.
Y
Amazing cooking experience
Amazing experience 100% recommend :))
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