Turkish Mezzes Cooking Class in Istanbul
MEZZES are a form of presentation on small plates. Knowledge inherited from Anatolian civilizations dating back 12,000 years has turned into a colorful mosaic by blending it with the cuisines of the Greek, Armenian and Jewish people we lived with during the Ottoman Empire, and was also influenced by the cuisines of Central Anatolia. Asia, Middle East and Balkans. Our experience is interactive; You will receive hands-on training and learn about mezzes and cooking techniques that can be easily repeated at home. You will also discover the mosaic of our country, its local culture and how we live in daily life. You will learn about ingredients, spices and where to buy them. Finally, we will set the table and enjoy what we have prepared; we are very happy to see guests have difficulty choosing which plate is more delicious during the enjoyable tasting. Vegetarians, vegans, pescatarians are welcomed. Please note we can be flexible on booking hours. Don't hesitate to ask please.
Options
Turkish mezzes cookingclass
What's included in Turkish Mezzes Cooking Class in Istanbul
(Subject to Option Inclusions)I introduce the ingredients of each mezze we cook with the interactive participation of our guests, also explain their features, tips, and all the intricacies of cutting, chopping, roasting, baking, frying and plating. Then we set the table and enjoy what we cooked. We are very happy to see that guests have difficulty choosing which plate is more delicious during the enjoyable tasting.
Food Menu
STARTER - Rice stuffed bell peppers cold style
STARTER - Smoked eggplant mezze
STARTER - Shrimps in a pot
STARTER - Fava smashed broad beans
STARTER - Fried liver
Fried veal liver is served in a clay pot, drizzled with melted butter.
STARTER - Börek
Phyllo dough pastry rolls or wraps stuffed with cheese or vegetarian ingredients
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Min. age is 18
- Extra raki US$7.50/glass, wine US$6.00/glass
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Take the Marmaray train, change at Ayrılık Çeşmesi, and get off one stop later at Acıbadem. Leave exit 1 and take the elevator on the highway. You will arrive on Acıbadem Caddesi. Please follow the instruction on the map.
