Bodrum’s rich culinary heritage offers a wonderful opportunity to learn the secrets of Turkish cooking through immersive classes and workshops. Whether you want to master traditional recipes like meze, discover the art of making fresh seafood dishes, or learn the skills behind Turkish desserts, Bodrum’s cooking classes provide a hands-on way to experience the region’s flavors. Explore Bodrum’s vibrant food culture with local chefs, uncovering the techniques and traditions passed down through generations, and take home recipes that will allow you to recreate the magic of Bodrum in your own kitchen.
In this immersive class, you’ll learn to prepare iconic Turkish dishes such as meze, stuffed vegetables (dolma), and lamb or chicken kebabs. Under the guidance of an experienced local chef, you’ll get hands-on experience working with fresh, locally sourced ingredients while learning about the cultural significance of each dish. The class ends with a shared meal, where you can enjoy the fruits of your labor alongside your fellow participants.
Bodrum is famous for its fresh seafood, and this class gives you the chance to learn how to prepare some of the region’s most beloved dishes. Led by a local seafood expert, you’ll discover how to grill, fry, and marinate a variety of fish and shellfish, using traditional techniques that highlight the flavors of the Aegean Sea. Enjoy creating dishes like grilled sea bass, calamari, and seafood meze, and pair them with fresh local salads and olive oil-based dressings.
Indulge your sweet tooth with this specialized cooking class focused on Turkish desserts. Learn how to make traditional sweets like baklava, lokum (Turkish delight), and şekerpare (syrup-soaked pastries) using time-honored techniques. Guided by a local pastry chef, you’ll get to experience the intricacies of working with delicate doughs, syrups, and nuts to create perfectly sweet treats that are synonymous with Turkish hospitality.
A Turkish breakfast (kahvaltı) is more than just a meal—it’s a social and cultural experience. In this class, you’ll learn how to prepare a traditional Turkish breakfast spread, featuring staples such as menemen (scrambled eggs with tomatoes and peppers), fresh cheeses, olives, jams, and freshly baked bread. This hands-on experience is perfect for those looking to replicate the rich and diverse flavors of a Turkish breakfast at home.
Turkish cuisine is naturally rich in plant-based dishes, making it ideal for vegetarians and vegans. In this class, you’ll explore the vegetarian and vegan-friendly side of Turkish cooking, preparing dishes such as imam bayıldı (stuffed eggplant), lentil soup, and various vegetable-based meze. This class is perfect for those looking to enjoy the health benefits of Mediterranean cuisine while maintaining a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle.
For those who want a more intimate and customized learning experience, private cooking classes are available with expert chefs. These one-on-one or small group classes allow you to choose the specific dishes you’d like to learn, whether it's Turkish seafood, traditional pastries, or a full-course Aegean dinner. Tailored to your skill level and preferences, private lessons offer the opportunity to dive deeper into the art of Turkish cooking with personalized attention.
This combo class takes you on a guided tour of Bodrum’s bustling food markets, where you’ll shop for fresh, seasonal ingredients like vegetables, herbs, and spices. After the market tour, you’ll head to the kitchen to prepare a delicious meal using the ingredients you’ve gathered. This class offers a full farm-to-table experience, providing insights into local produce and traditional Turkish cooking techniques.
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