Ottomaanse Paleis Cuisine Turkse Kooklessen

Meesterkok de heer Kadir Yılmaz laat u de kookmethoden, technieken, tips en trucs zien om een selectie van exclusieve gerechten te bereiden die ooit werden geserveerd aan het hof van de Ottomaanse sultans.

Klassenmenu:

Menu

• Amandelsoep (1539)
  Een lichte amandelbouillon op smaak gebracht met geraspte kokos, "Kanela" (Kaneel) siroop.

• Zeeman's Rol met Honing (15e eeuw)
  Ottomaans gebak met zeven verschillende Turkse kazen; gewikkeld in huisgemaakt filodeeg, gebakken in olijfolie en geserveerd met honing en krenten.

• Kwartel in Tuinaubergine met Basilicumsaus
  Kwartelvlees bereid in gebakken tuinaubergine met paprikapasta, honing en olijfolie, gekruid met verse basilicum (17e eeuw)

• Speciale Halva (1582)
  Zoet gemaakt met zetmeel, boter, suiker, amandel en rozenwater.

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• *Lessen worden gehouden van maandag tot en met vrijdag van 15:00 tot 17:00 uur.
  Prijs per persoon is €257 (incl. BTW)

Locatie: Caferiye Sokak No:6 / 1 34122 Sultanahmet İstanbul

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)