Turkish Meze Making & Tasting Workshop in Galata

Turkish Meze Making & Tasting Workshop in Galata
Turkish Meze Making & Tasting Workshop in Galata
Learn how to prepare traditional Turkish mezes in a hands-on cooking workshop in Galata and enjoy tasting the dishes you create.

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Detailed information about Turkish Meze Making & Tasting Workshop

Highlights

Prepare traditional Turkish mezes using fresh ingredients and authentic recipes.

Learn essential kitchen techniques including chopping, mixing, and sauce preparation.

Discover the balance of Turkish flavors with olive oil, yogurt, spices, and pomegranate molasses.

Present and taste the mezes you create together in a shared tasting experience.

Take home recipe cards to recreate your favorite mezes anytime.

Overview

Step into the heart of Turkish culinary culture with this Turkish Meze Making & Tasting Workshop in Galata. Meze is more than food in Turkey—it is a tradition of sharing, conversation, and hospitality. In this hands-on experience, you will prepare several classic meze dishes using fresh seasonal ingredients and traditional techniques. Under the guidance of expert instructors in Turkish, English, or Russian, you’ll learn knife skills, ingredient preparation, flavor balance, and presentation techniques. At the end of the workshop, everyone gathers around the table to taste the delicious mezes prepared together. Located in the creative atmosphere of İstanbul between Galataport and Galata Tower, this workshop offers both a cultural and culinary experience that travelers will remember long after their trip.

Includes & Excludes

Included: All ingredients (fresh vegetables, spices, olive oil, yogurt, tahini, and more)

Included: Professional kitchen equipment and tools

Included: Expert chef guidance (Turkish, English, or Russian)

Included: Recipe cards to recreate dishes at home

Included: Shared tasting of all prepared mezes

Not included: Personal expenses

Duration

Approximately 2 Hours

Important Notes

• Suitable for beginners and food lovers of all skill levels.

• Ideal for couples, friends, families, and corporate groups.

• Located in Galata between Galataport and Galata Tower.

• Sessions run daily between 08:00 and 23:00.

• Early reservation is recommended due to limited workshop capacity.

Flexible Cancellation

Get a full refund if you cancel early

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour

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