An Immersive Culinary Experience Beyond Tasting and Cooking
Turkish Appetizers Workshop
Asian Side – Kadıköy
While you may have explored numerous articles highlighting Turkey’s rich gastronomic heritage and curated a list of must-try dishes for your visit to Istanbul, we invite you to elevate this journey.
But how about going beyond just tasting these flavours and stepping into the heart of the kitchen?
In this workshop, we offer you not just a traditional appetizer-making experience, but a journey into the stories, traditions, and cultural contexts behind these dishes. While you can enjoy appetizers anywhere or cook them in other workshops, here you will truly understand the soul of the appetizer.
What the Workshop Includes?
- The workshop begins with introductions and a brief discussion.
- We explore the traditions of appetizer and rakı culture, delving into stories passed down from the Ottoman era to the present day.
- Accompanied by carefully selected music, we prepare appetizers using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
- Each session is unique, focusing on the freshest and most flavourful seasonal produce available.
- Participants learn the art of plating and presentation, followed by a collaborative table setting experience.
- To conclude, we gather around the table to enjoy the appetizers we’ve prepared—enriching the experience with meaningful conversation and shared flavours.
This Is More Than Just a Cooking Workshop
- You’ll explore the origins, rituals, and cultural significance of appetizer culture.
- You’ll gain insight into the etiquette of Turkish rakı and its deep-rooted connection with appetizer.
- The workshop takes place in an inviting Istanbul home, offering an authentic and intimate setting that reflects local hospitality.
- Menus are thoughtfully curated to accommodate vegetarian and special dietary preferences, ensuring a refined and personalized culinary experience beyond conventional offerings.
Message from Guide
Cooking and sharing good food has always been a form of therapy for me. I truly enjoy connecting with people from all around the world through this experience. Let’s meet and cook together!
Who can participate?
- Anyone who wants not only to taste Turkish cuisine but also to explore its origins and the stories behind it.
- Those looking for an authentic culinary experience in the warm, welcoming atmosphere of a real Istanbul home.
- Those who see cooking as both a form of therapy and a journey of cultural discovery.
- Anyone who values experiences beyond traditional workshops—where every bite tells a unique story.
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This workshop offers more than just a tasting experience; it invites you to immerse yourself fully in the rich culinary heritage of Istanbul.
Prepare to engage your senses and open your heart to the stories behind every dish!