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Turkish Sweet Cheese Pastry Künefe Workshop at a Local Home
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$113
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Turkish Sweet Cheese Pastry Künefe Workshop in Istanbul offers a unique culinary experience in a real home kitchen. Join host Mehmet as you create the iconic dessert of Hatay, surrounded by the warmth of family traditions and stories.
- 🍽️ Hands-on cooking experience in a cozy home kitchen, not a commercial setting.
- 🧀 Learn to prepare künefe, a beloved Turkish dessert made with layers of crispy kadayıf pastry and soft cheese.
- 🍯 Discover the art of making sweet syrup, a crucial element for the perfect künefe.
- 📜 Hear heartfelt stories from Mehmet about the significance of künefe in Turkish family gatherings and celebrations.
- ☕ Enjoy a warm welcome with tea or coffee as you start your culinary journey.
- 🎥 Capture your experience with a casual filming option available for you and your friends.
- 💰 Gratuities are included, ensuring a stress-free experience.
- 🐾 Service animals are welcome, allowing everyone to partake in this delightful workshop.
- 🚍 Convenient public transportation options are available nearby for easy access.
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Turkish Sweet Cheese Pastry Künefe Workshop at a Local Home
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Künefe Dessert
- Film My Experience - A friend will casually film your experience.
- Gratuities
Meeting point
The apartment no is 11. Once you are at the location, you can ring the bell number 11, and we will welcome you in.
Return details
The apartment no is 11. Once you are at the location, you can ring the bell number 11, and we will welcome you in.
Step into a warm Istanbul home and learn how to prepare Turkey’s most beloved dessert — künefe. Made from layers of crispy shredded kadayıf pastry filled with soft cheese and soaked in sweet syrup, this dessert originates from Hatay and is now enjoyed all across Turkey. After a heartfelt welcome with tea, your host Mehmet will guide you through the hands-on process: making the syrup, softening the cheese, preparing shredded kadayıf pastry, and layering it all before cooking it to golden perfection. As the künefe sizzles, you’ll hear stories about how this dessert is shared at family gatherings, weddings, and celebrations. Finally, gather around the table to enjoy your freshly baked künefe with tea or Turkish coffee.
Mehmet explains: “For us, künefe is not just dessert — it’s how we end a meal with sweetness and laughter. When I was a child, I would wait eagerly for the sound of the pan sizzling in the kitchen.” This workshop is more than a recipe; it’s an invitation into Turkish hospitality and tradition.
Mehmet explains: “For us, künefe is not just dessert — it’s how we end a meal with sweetness and laughter. When I was a child, I would wait eagerly for the sound of the pan sizzling in the kitchen.” This workshop is more than a recipe; it’s an invitation into Turkish hospitality and tradition.
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Turkish Sweet Cheese Pastry Künefe Workshop at a Local Home
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$113
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!