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Learn the art of making simit, Istanbul's beloved street food, in a hands-on cooking class that transforms baking into a culinary journey. Under the expert guidance of a professional chef, knead and shape your simit dough, master the traditional molasses dip, and coat it with crunchy sesame seeds. While your simit bakes, whip up delicious menemen, acuka, and homemade jam, ensuring a hearty breakfast spread awaits. Gather around a warm table to savor your creations with unlimited Turkish tea, all in a vibrant setting near Galata Tower.
Make Turkish Simit & Cook a Traditional Breakfast in Galata lasts about 2 hours.
Prices start at $48 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is We are located directly across from Bloom Cafe, diagonally opposite Beyrut Cafe, and right next to Tolga Aras Photography. Our venue is a spacious and bright street-level shop. . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in RU, EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 verified reviews; it is run by Highlights in Türkiye Workshops. Most-mentioned highlights: Rich breakfast service; Professional chef guidance; All simit and breakfast ingredients.
The class was fun, approachable and engaging! The chef did a great job and we met some other wonderful travelers.
Thank you so much for joining our Simit & Turkish Breakfast Workshop! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the class, our chef, and the chance to meet fellow travelers. We hope to welcome you back for another delicious experience in Istanbul soon!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Make Turkish Simit & Cook a Traditional Breakfast in Galata | 2 hours | 5.0 (1) | $48 | |
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