- Validebağ Sitesi 3E - MEZZES are a form of presentation in which seafood, legumes and vegetables cooked with olive oil are served on small plates. The knowledge inherited from the civilizations that lived on the Anatolian lands dating back 12.000 years, was later blended with the cuisines of the Greek, Armenian and Jewish peoples whom we lived with, turned into a colorful mosaic, while being influenced by the cuisines of Central Asia, the Middle East and the Balkans.
Throughout our experience, I and my Co-Host Yıldız introduce the ingredients of each appetizer we cook with the interactive participation of our guests, and also explain their features, tips, and all the intricacies of cutting, chopping, roasting, baking, frying and plating. At the end of the experience, we prepare our table with the appetizers we prepared and cooked together. We are very happy to see that guests have difficulty choosing which plate is more delicious during the enjoyable tasting.
And please be prepared to spend pleasant minutes with surprise breaks.
- Min. age is 18
- Bottled water included
- Complimentary snacks
- Tea and coffee available
- Extra raki US$7.50/glass, wine US$6.00/glass
- Rice stuffed bell peppers cold style
- Smoked eggplant mezze
- Shrimps in a pot
- Fava smashed broad beans
- Fried liver - Fried veal liver is served in a clay pot, drizzled with melted butter.
- Börek - Phyllo dough pastry rolls or wraps stuffed with cheese or vegetarian ingredients
Our class is interactive; you’ll get a hands-on training from a local chef, learn all about mezzes and cooking techniques that can easily be repeated at home. You’ll discover our country’s mosaic and local culture. You’ll learn about ingredients, spices and where to buy them. Vegetarians, pescatarians are welcomed. If you have any dietary restrictions or a product we should avoid, please let us know in advance.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.