Ephesus Selcuk Cooking Class: Learn and enjoy traditional dishes, catered to diet restrictions

Join our Ephesus Selcuk Cooking Class and learn to cook traditional dishes while enjoying a delicious meal. We cater to diet restrictions and provide a hands-on experience. Book now!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Selçuk - Depending on the time you choose to be picked up from your hotel, our air-conditioned van will transport you to the town of Selçuk, which is 15 km away. Prior to the commencement of the cooking class, we will visit the Selçuk/Kusadasi local market to purchase fresh produce if it coincides with market day. Otherwise, we will procure fruits…
What's Included
  • PRIVATE TOUR, ensures a more personalized and exclusive experience tailored to your preferences
  • PROFESSIONAL, LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE, Authorized by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture
  • PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION, travel with separate driver in an air-conditioned, non-smoking van.
  • CRUISE PORT / HOTEL PICK-UP & DROP-OFF, convenient service as…
What's Not Included
  • Beverages During Lunch ( other then indicated in the itinerary)
  • Gratuities for the guide and driver
  • Personal Expenses
Meal Options
  • Haydari - Haydari is a type of yogurt dish similar to a thick cacık, made from certain herbs and spices, combined with garlic and yogurt.
  • Yaprak sarma ( stuffed leaves) - Yaprak sarma (dolma) is a dish made of leaves (often grape leaves) stuffed with rice and other ingredients.
  • Kalburabasti - Kalburabastı is a typical Turkish dessert consisting…
Additional Information

Following a succinct introduction to the dishes and their cultural backgrounds, we engage in 2 to 3 hours of cooking before sitting down to savor our meal accompanied by some regional wine.
Collaboration is key in our sessions, but you’ll participate in each crucial phase of the cooking process, ensuring you’ll have the skills to prepare these dishes on…

Cancellation Policy

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

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Rosalien222
Sep 8, 2025
The experience was 100% wonderful from start to finish - We had a wonderful morning during this cooking class with Ozlem. We were welcomed with such warmth that we immediately felt at home. We learned how to prepare traditional baklava and Sarma in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. It was both fun and authentic, and without a doubt one of the highlights of our stay in Selçuk. What a beautiful encounter. We highly recommend it! 💖
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E7907wwracheld
Aug 23, 2025
Cooking Turkish dishes with a family at their home was fantastic! - Our cooking class with Ozlem was a memorable day of our time in Selcuk Town, we were taught hands on and made homemade Hamsi Tava, Karniyarik and baklava. We then sat down for a beautiful meal.
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G6068dvkaib
Aug 23, 2025
This experience has been the highlight of our travels. Highly recommended!! - What an awesome experience! Ozlem invited us into her home and taught us to cook Karniyarik, baklava, and Sarma, along with sharing additional recipes. They treated us like family, and it will be such a cherished memory! I love the joy and love Ozlem brings to cooking and using fresh ingredients. Our group highly recommends this experience!
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621abbien
Aug 23, 2025
Ozlem gave us the best cooking class! - Cooking with Ozlem was the highlight of our trip! We were a large group of 8, but she set us up perfectly. My daughter, who is 12, was with us, and Ozlem took her under her wing, and she had so much fun making dishes. My husband has already made Sarma back at home after being inspired by this class.
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Laurencesg3375wp
Aug 23, 2025
The experience was fun, tasty & educational!! - We had a lovely shopping & cooking experience with Ozlem. She met us at the market at 10am, and we shopped for meat, fruit & vegetables. Like the cooking shows on TV, we chatted with the vendors & got some background on the ingredients we would be using. Then a short walk to Ozlem’s beautiful home, which was such a treat. We made an appetizer. All paired with wine. Wow, this lady could host her own cooking skills show. Such modesty & excellent communication skills. Her warm teaching style made both me feel 100% comfortable. I have never really cooked, so this was a first for me. I would highly recommend this experience.
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Frankal6031od
Aug 23, 2025
An absolute must do! - My wife and I had a cooking class hosted by Ayse; needless to say, she was amazing. We learnt so much and had a fantastic time. Highly recommend this if you're looking for a warm & friendly traditional cooking class with a delicious meal at the end!
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J5176nwalexandrak
Aug 23, 2025
Absolutely wonderful cooking class - Ozlem welcomed us into her home and kitchen for a fantastic afternoon of cooking and eating! It was a highlight of our trip to Turkey. The recipes are simple enough that you can remake at home, which is something we love. With so much fantastic food on offer in Turkey, we were surprised by just how good our own cooking tasted! This is a must do on your trip to Kusadasi - you won’t regret it!
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Fabiofd4917vb
Aug 21, 2025
She was informative, friendly, knowledgeable and was a pleasure to meet for our cooking class - They welcomed us into their lovely home as if we were family, and they were kind, warm, patient, and a delight to spend an evening with. It was a truly memorable experience; the time flew by, and the food was the best we had in Turkey.
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Barbaraad3144qj
Aug 21, 2025
Wonderful, fun cooking class!! - Our experience was unlike any cooking class we've taken. It felt more like a careful handing down of beautiful traditions, which made it even more special. They are such sweet and gracious hosts, and their home is a gorgeous backdrop to the experience. Highly recommend!!!
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Alfiez2025
Aug 20, 2025
Wonderful and rewarding experience! - The cooking class was actually the highlight of our entire trip to Turkey. We came expecting to learn how to make Borek, but left with a wealth of knowledge about Turkish culture and history! They were a truly wonderful family to spend time with. We would highly recommend this to anyone visiting the area.
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From $178
up to 10 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).