About This Tour
Get an insider’s introduction to Turkish cuisine during this hands-on, private cooking workshop in a local’s home. Learn how to recreate authentic dishes such as stuffed eggplant and crispy borek (filo pastry pie), with each recipe passed down through the family. As you cook, as your host for tips and recommendations, and discover a side to Turkish food that many travelers miss. - Private Turkish cooking workshop in the home of a local cook - Learn the origins of each dish and get a hands-on lesson in choosing the best ingredients - Meals can be adapted to be vegetarian, if requested - Enjoy a sit-down meal, served with dessert, and wine or beer
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Please meet your host directly at her apartment in Nişantaşı. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation. Please check the 'Before you go' section on your voucher for the exact address, the above only offers neighbourhood details, and not the exact address.
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Host name: Nevin Salavat Host Phone: +90 532 6165 765 Host email: salavatnevin@gmail.com Address: Tesvikiye Mah. Ihlamur Yolu Sokullu Apt No. 34/4 Topagaci Nisantası, Istanbul, Turkey 34365 Meeting location: Please meet your host directly at her apartment in Nişantaşı. Here is a Google Maps link to her location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WPoczBALhyb2usQW9?g_st=ic Please contact your host directly if you have dietary requests or need help with directions. -- Traveling Spoon is a supplier of Viator and TripAdvisor. We offer travelers authentic food experiences with locals, in their homes. Founded by two travelers and food lovers, Traveling Spoon helps others make meaningful cultural connections through food. Contact us at reservations@travelingspoon.com if you have general questions about our services. For specific questions related to your booking please contact your host directly with the contact information provided above. We hope you have a meaningful experience and look forward to hearing about it!
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