• Ufak Sokak - Participate in a cooking class at Rojda’s home in Istanbul and discover how to create some of the most cherished dishes of Turkish cuisine — such as Turkish-style ravioli, Turkish dolmas, or other specialties — all from scratch. After a warm welcome with tea, participants will immerse themselves in the cooking process, learning to fold each dumpling or roll grape leaves in the traditional manner. While preparing the main dish or separate items, two seasonal side dishes, like a crisp salad or local meze, will also be made. The experience concludes with everyone gathering around the table to savor the food and share stories.

Rojda shares: “In our family, making mantı is always a group effort. Every little fold carries a memory.” This experience is not just about learning a cuisine — it’s about embracing a tradition that connects people across generations.

• Tea and coffee
• Meals

• Gratuities

• Mantı - Turkish Ravioli
• Salad - Seasonal salad
• Meze
• Turkish Soups

This experience takes place in a cozy Istanbul home, rather than a cooking studio. Participants will cook alongside a host who has a lifelong experience of crafting Turkish dishes by hand, gaining insight into the rhythm and tradition of each culinary step. It offers a profoundly personal journey where food serves as a connection between cultures, generations, and new friendships.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.