09:00 – Hotel Pick-up

Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Ankara and drive you to a local cooking studio or a traditional Turkish home.

09:30 – Visit to a Local Market (Optional)

Stroll through one of Ankara’s bustling markets to select fresh, seasonal ingredients while learning about Turkish spices, herbs, and local produce.

10:30 – Cooking Class Begins

Under the guidance of a professional chef or a local host, start preparing a selection of classic Turkish dishes such as:

• Meze varieties (appetizers) like Ezme or Haydari

• Main course: Stuffed vine leaves (Sarma) or Turkish Manti (dumplings)

• Dessert: Baklava or Sütlaç (rice pudding)

  Learn traditional techniques, secrets of Turkish cuisine, and the cultural stories behind each recipe.

13:00 – Enjoy Your Meal

Sit down to enjoy the meal you’ve prepared, complemented with traditional Turkish tea or coffee.

14:00 – Short Cultural Walk (Optional)

After the meal, take a short stroll through the neighborhood or visit a nearby historical site to round out your cultural experience.

15:00 – Return to Hotel

Transfer back to your hotel in Ankara with delicious memories and a recipe booklet to recreate the dishes at home.