• Büyükbey Sk. No:4 - Experience the warmth of an Istanbul home and discover how to make Turkey’s cherished dessert — künefe. This treat, crafted from layers of crispy shredded kadayıf pastry filled with soft cheese and drenched in sweet syrup, hails from Hatay and is now savored throughout Turkey. After a warm welcome with tea, your host Mehmet will lead you through the interactive process: creating the syrup, softening the cheese, preparing the shredded kadayıf pastry, and layering it all before cooking it to a golden finish. As the künefe sizzles, enjoy stories about how this dessert is shared at family gatherings, weddings, and celebrations. Finally, gather around the table to relish your freshly baked künefe with tea or Turkish coffee.

Mehmet shares: “For us, künefe is more than just a dessert — it’s a way to conclude a meal with sweetness and joy. As a child, I would eagerly await the sound of the pan sizzling in the kitchen.” This workshop offers more than just a recipe; it’s an invitation into Turkish hospitality and tradition.

• Brunch
• Tea and coffee

• Gratuities

• Kunefe
• Fruit Salad

In contrast to cooking schools or commercial bakeries, this workshop is held in an authentic home kitchen where recipes have been cherished and handed down through generations. Participants will cook alongside their host, Mehmet, while listening to family stories and creating the renowned dessert of Hatay. Many guests describe the experience as feeling more like joining a family gathering than attending a class, where food, stories, and culture are joyfully shared.

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