Embark on a guided culinary journey through Istanbul, sampling local favorites from street vendors, cafes, and high-quality restaurants. Start at a local dairy market with simit, honey, and kaymak. Enjoy a menemen and tea, head to Kadikoy for İskender kebab and mussels, and taste iconic desserts like Kunefe. End your culinary journey with an authentic Turkish coffee.
Begin your culinary journey in Istanbul with a visit to a local dairy market, try traditional Turkish delicacies like simit with honey and kaymak, as well as a tasty bowl of menemen paired with çay (Turkish tea). Next, enjoy panoramic views of the city on a ferry ride to Kadikoy, the vibrant Asian-side district popular with locals. There, savor an authentic İskender kebab, a tasty lamb meat dish on flatbread (pitta) with tomato, butter, and yogurt sauce, followed by stuffed mussels—a Turkish specialty with rice, spices, and butter sauce. As you tour the bustling fish market, try a balik ekmek, Istanbul's beloved fish sandwich. For dessert, indulge in Kunefe, a warm cheese and pistachio treat, with a scoop of Turkish ice cream. Conclude this food adventure with a traditional Turkish coffee brewed in a cezve, rounding out a flavorful and memorable day in Istanbul.
Included:
Licensed foodie guide Round trip ferry tickets, Food tasting at 8 spots, 20 food samples, 5 local drinks
Excluded:
Hotel pickup and drop-off , Tips for your guide
Lufthansa City Center