Tours/Istanbul/Istanbul Home Cooking Experience in a Local Home
Viator · group up to 4 pax

Istanbul Home Cooking Experience in a Local Home

5.0(37)Istanbul1 hour
VIATOR5.0(9)TRIPADVISOR5.0(28)

Description

A true in-home Turkish experience—you’re welcomed not just as a guest, but as part of the family. The focus is as much on conversation and connection as on cooking. You’ll meet my adorable cat and dog, who are always excited to make new friends. We’ll end the meal the authentic Turkish way—with fresh coffee, dessert, and maybe even a fortune reading. You’ll walk away not only with new recipes, but with new memories, friendships, and stories.

Tour Options

Istanbul Turkish Home Cooking
  • Lunch or Dinner

Highlights

If the experience is booked for 12.00pm, it will be held as lunch!
If the experience is booked for 5pm, it will be held as a dinner!
Turkish Coffee
Meals

What's included

Included
If the experience is booked for 12.00pm, it will be held as lunch!
If the experience is booked for 5pm, it will be held as a dinner!
Turkish Coffee
Meals

Traveller Ratings

5.0
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Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Reviews(37)

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RPaozzo
June 20, 2026
Turkish home cooking class

We had such a fun time, it really added to our Istanbul experience. I would highly recommend!

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sophiedH1401RF
June 9, 2026
Cooking course with Ozge

We had a great time cooking with Ozge. We prepared a couple of different turkish dishes and had much fun and good talks. Ozge is a very kind woman and was motivated to show us as many tricks about the turkish way to cook as possible. We really recommend her course!

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G8350AOlisap
June 8, 2026
Wonderful Food, Great Company

I had an amazing time with Özge and her lovely dog and cat! We prepared several traditional recipes together, and everything was absolutely delicious. Beyond the food, I truly enjoyed the warm atmosphere and the opportunity to share stories and experiences over our meal. If you’re looking for an authentic and memorable way to experience Turkish cuisine, I highly recommend spending time with Özge.

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250ana_sg
June 5, 2026
Wonderful cooking experience!

I had an amazing cooking experience with Özge. She was really nice, welcoming, and willing to share her cuisine in the best way! Don't miss this opportunity to discover Turkey more. I was also really glad that she adapted the menu to my vegetarian diet. Would 100% recommend the experience. Thank you, Özge!

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simio506
May 27, 2026
Perfect for the non-tourist tourist

Ozge was an amazing host and cook. She taught us how to prepare a delicious meal we plan on making in our home. We really wanted to do something that us brought us closer to locals and she delivered! The conversation was great, too. All around it was an unforgettable experience and one of the highlights is our trip!

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288finjab
May 21, 2026
Awesome and delicious evening

It was such an awesome experience! The host Özge is such a loving and caring person. We didn't just get an insight to the Turkish cruise but also to the culture and people. We had a really nice evening in a comfy little home with her two pets! Thanks you so much, we really enjoyed it and would recomment 100%!

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I2349JMgregorys
May 13, 2026
A fun way to learn Turkish homey food!

If you want to learn how to make some delicious classic Turkish food, this is the best, most fun way! Ozge is super friendly and fun to talk with. She keeps everything organized and moving at the right pace. We made Börek, a babaganoush variant and a delicious carrot dish. Would recommend!

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idtwin
May 13, 2026
A delicious cooking experience in Istanbul

What an incredible experience with Ozge’s Turkish home cooking class in Istanbul. We felt warmly welcomed the minute we walked in. The class was hands on and so much fun! We made stuffed peppers with ground meat, a delicious smoky eggplant tahini yogurt dip, crispy cheese-filled pastry rolls, and the most flavorful carrot tarator. Every dish was absolutely amazing! Ozge explained everything so well and made the experience feel personal, relaxed, and joyful.. It truly felt like cooking with a friend. If you are visiting Istanbul and want an unforgettable local experience, I highly recommend Ozge’s cooking class! One of the highlights of our trip.

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dorothymV3086CH
May 6, 2026
Wonderful experience and delicious food!

This was a lovely cooking lesson where I learned to cook a traditional Turkish meal. The food was delicious and Ozge was a gracious, welcoming host. I will definitely try these recipes at home! I highly recommend this experience to anyone interested in learning more about Turkish cuisine in a relaxing environment!

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Timothy_C
May 3, 2026
We had such a wonderful...

We had such a wonderful experience with this cooking class! From the moment we arrived, she made us feel so welcome in her home. She was incredibly hospitable, kind, and thoughtful throughout the entire experience. The food was absolutely delicious, and it was so much fun learning how to prepare everything ourselves. One of the best parts was being given the recipes to take home so we can try making the dishes again ourselves. This felt much more personal and authentic than a typical class, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a memorable experience!

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