Cucina del Palazzo Ottomano Lezioni di Cucina Turca

Lo chef maestro Mr. Kadir Yılmaz ti mostrerà i metodi di cucina, le tecniche, i consigli e i trucchi per preparare una selezione di piatti esclusivi un tempo serviti alla corte dei Sultani Ottomani.

Menu della lezione:

Menu

• Zuppa di Mandorle (1539)
  Un brodo leggero di mandorle aromatizzato con cocco grattugiato, sciroppo di "Kanela" (Cannella).

• Involtino del Marinaio con Miele (XV secolo)
  Pasticcio ottomano con sette diversi formaggi turchi; avvolto in pasta fillo fatta in casa, fritto in olio d'oliva, servito con miele e uvetta.

• Quaglia in Melanzana dell'Orto con Salsa al Basilico
  Carne di quaglia preparata in melanzana dell'orto cotta al fuoco con pasta di peperoni, miele e olio d'oliva, condita con basilico fresco (XVII secolo)

• Halva Speciale (1582)
  Dolce preparato con amido, burro, zucchero, mandorle e acqua di rose.

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• *Le lezioni si tengono dal lunedì al venerdì dalle 15:00 alle 17:00.
  Prezzo per persona: €257 (IVA inclusa)

Luogo: Caferiye Sokak No:6 / 1 34122 Sultanahmet Istanbul

Step into the rich world of Ottoman royal gastronomy with this immersive cooking class led by Masterchef Kadir Yılmaz at Matbah Restaurant. You'll learn the preparation of historical recipes dating back to the 15th–17th centuries, each inspired by authentic palace records. Guided by expert hands, you’ll prepare dishes such as Almond Soup (1539), Quail in Garden Eggplant (17th c.), and Special Halvah (1582). With each dish, you’ll discover the culinary techniques, symbolism, and balance of flavors that made Ottoman cuisine legendary. As part of our Workshops collection, this experience offers a rare blend of hands-on cooking and historical immersion in the heart of Sultanahmet.

Sample Menu:

• Almond Soup (1539): Light almond broth with grated coconut and cinnamon syrup

• Sailor’s Roll with Honey (15th c.): Pastry filled with seven Turkish cheeses, fried in olive oil and served with currants and honey

• Quail in Garden Eggplant (17th c.): Quail meat with pepper paste and basil sauce in roasted eggplant

• Special Halvah (1582): Traditional dessert with starch, rose water, almond, sugar, and butter

✔ 2-hour cooking class with Executive Chef Kadir Yılmaz

✔ All ingredients and cooking materials

✔ Full preparation of a historical four-course Ottoman menu

✔ Cultural storytelling and culinary guidance

❌ Hotel transfers

❌ Alcoholic beverages (available at the restaurant menu)

2 hours (Monday to Friday, 15:00 – 17:00)

• Classes are available Monday through Friday only

• Advance reservation is required due to limited spots

• Vegetarian alternatives may be provided upon request

• Price per person: €257 (VAT included)