Simit Making Workshop in Galata – Bake Traditional Turkish Simit

• Learn how to make traditional Turkish simit from dough preparation to baking.

• Shape and coat your simit with molasses and sesame using authentic techniques.

• Bake your simits in a professional oven and enjoy the aroma of fresh bread.

• Share a traditional Turkish breakfast with cheese, olives, tomatoes, cucumbers, and unlimited tea.

• Experience Istanbul’s street food culture in a social workshop environment.

Discover the story behind one of Istanbul’s most beloved street foods at this Simit Making Workshop in Galata. Located between Galataport and Galata Tower, this hands-on culinary experience invites you to bake the city’s iconic sesame bread from scratch. Guided by expert instructors in Turkish, English, or Russian, you will knead the dough, shape the traditional ring form, dip it in molasses water, coat it with sesame seeds, and bake it until golden and crispy. Once ready, you’ll enjoy the simits you prepared together at a classic Turkish breakfast table. Set in the artistic atmosphere of İstanbul, this workshop is perfect for travelers who want to experience authentic food culture while creating and sharing something delicious.

✔ Included: All ingredients (flour, yeast, molasses, sesame, and other materials)

✔ Included: Professional baking equipment and oven

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

✔ Included: Traditional Turkish breakfast (cheese, olives, tomatoes, cucumbers)

✔ Included: Unlimited Turkish tea

❌ Not included: Personal expenses

Approximately 2 Hours

• Suitable for beginners and families.

• No cooking experience is required.

• Ideal for couples, friends, and corporate groups (up to 250 participants).

• 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.