Traditional Turkish Cooking Class
About This Culture & Spa
Step inside a traditional Bodrum family home and learn the secrets of Turkish cuisine from a local cook. This hands-on cooking class teaches you to prepare a selection of meze (starters), a main course such as stuffed aubergine or lamb kofte, and the famous baklava for dessert. Work in a small group in a real home kitchen, then sit down with the family to enjoy the feast you have created. Recipe cards included to take home.
Itinerary
Hotel Pickup
Collection from central Bodrum hotels.
Welcome & Market Tour
Visit a local market to buy fresh ingredients. Learn about Turkish spices and produce.
Meze Preparation
Learn to make 3-4 traditional meze: stuffed vine leaves, hummus, aubergine salad, and cacik.
Main Course
Prepare the main dish — options include lamb kofte, stuffed peppers, or chicken shish.
Baklava Making
Learn the art of layering filo pastry with pistachios and syrup for the perfect baklava.
The Feast
Sit down with the family and enjoy everything you have cooked, with Turkish tea and conversation.
Recipe Cards & Farewell
Receive printed recipe cards and a small gift of Turkish spices before transfer back.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Market tour
- All ingredients
- Cooking instruction
- 5-course lunch
- Recipe cards
- Spice gift
Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks
- Additional purchases at market
What to Bring
Meeting Point
Hotel pickup from central Bodrum and Gumbet.
Traveller Reviews
134 verified reviewsSarah & Mike
UK · May 2026
The most authentic Turkish experience we had. The family was so welcoming, the food was incredible, and we use the recipes at home now!
Julia H.
England · June 2026
Making baklava from scratch was harder than it looks but so satisfying. The family made us feel like honoured guests. Amazing value.
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