Istanbul Vegan/Vegetarian Cooking Class with Locals at Home

Discover the unique experience of Turkish Vegan home cooking in Istanbul with Maral and Şüko, a mother and daughter. Immerse yourself in the city’s culture through a home atmosphere cooking class.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Zübeyde Hanım Sk. No:2 - I’ve been a vegetarian for years. Given the limited vegan/vegetarian dining options in Turkey, I’ve channeled my creativity into transforming various Turkish dishes into vegan versions through years of home cooking.

While Kısır, Vegan Kokoreç, Vegan Dolma, Vegan Dürüm, and Mücver are some of my personal favorites, I’ve reimagined many other Turkish dishes as well.

In this experience, you’ll join us for a vegan cooking class in our cozy home. We aim to make you feel at home from the moment you step in.

After some conversation and getting to know each other, we’ll start cooking together, just like you would with friends or family. I believe you’ll find it fascinating to learn about the spices and ingredients unique to Turkey.

Then comes the best part: we’ll sit down for a family-style meal. Afterward, we’ll prepare some tea and relax together.

You’ll leave this experience with knowledge of delicious Turkish vegan dishes and a new local friend.

So, come as a guest, leave as a friend!

What's Included
  • Lunch
  • Tea and coffee
Meal Options
  • Vegan Dürüm - Turkish wrapped meals prepared with Veggies
  • Vegan Kokoreç - Vegan version of famous street food, Kokoreç
  • Kısır - The most tasty thing you can cook with bulgur :)
Additional Information

Finding a good Vegan or Vegetarian restaurant in Istanbul can be challenging. That’s why I want to invite you to our home to cook, eat, and experience Vegan culture in Istanbul, along with the renowned Turkish hospitality.

While any Vegan class in Istanbul offers a unique experience, cooking with me in a home setting will allow you to see the city and its culture from a different perspective.

Come visit us at our home, cook and dine with us, just like family and friends!

  • We’re happy that you’re considering joining us for a LokalBond experience! Our goal is to create unforgettable memories by connecting you with the real locals of the city to introduce the culture and vibrant local life of Istanbul. To ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience, we ask that all guests review our participation waiver. By completing your booking, you acknowledge that you’ve read and accepted the terms of the waiver below. We’ve kept it straightforward and easy to understand, so you can focus on what really matters—getting ready for a special time with us! LokalBond Experiences Waiver and Release of Liability 1. Acknowledgment of Risks: I, acknowledge that participating in this experience offered by LokalBond involves certain inherent risks, including but not limited to physical activity, travel, potential hazards, and interaction with individuals and environments that may carry unknown risks. I understand that these risks may result in personal injury, illness, or damage to personal property. 2. Voluntary Participation: I affirm that my participation in this experience is entirely voluntary and that I have been informed about the nature of the experience. I understand that I am under no obligation to participate and that I may withdraw from the experience at any time without penalty. 3. Health and Fitness: I certify that I am in good health and physical condition to participate in this experience. I do not have any medical conditions, disabilities, or other concerns that would limit my ability to safely participate. I agree to inform LokalBond of any changes in my health status prior to the experience. 4. Assumption of Risk: I hereby assume all risks associated with my participation in the experience, including but not limited to those mentioned above. I acknowledge that LokalBond and its representatives have made no warranties regarding the safety of the experience or the environments involved. 5. Release of Liability: In consideration of being allowed to participate in the experience, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless LokalBond, its owners, employees, agents, hosts, and other participants from any and all claims, actions, damages, or liabilities arising out of or related to my participation in the experience, including, but not limited to, any claims of negligence on the part of LokalBond or its representatives. 6. Indemnification: I agree to indemnify and hold harmless LokalBond from any and all claims, actions, or damages, including attorney fees, arising out of or related to my participation in the experience, whether caused by the negligence of LokalBond or otherwise. 7. Governing Law: This waiver and release shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Turkish law, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. 8. Acknowledgment of Understanding: I have read this waiver and release of liability, fully understand its terms, and approve it freely and voluntarily without any inducement. I understand that by confirming this document, I am giving up certain legal rights, including the right to sue LokalBond or its representatives.
Location
Zübeyde Hanım Sk. No:2
Zübeyde Hanım Sokak
1- Our community has a driver. If you wish a private transfer to the experience location, we will be happy to check the driver's availability. 2- Istanbul has traffic issue. I suggest you use metro, ferry as much as you can. Instructions to the address via public transportation is written on tickets
Cancellation Policy

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

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Trip19235615691
May 8, 2024
Great vegan options - Those who think that Turkish cuisine consists only of kebab are very wrong. As anyone who comes to this experience can see, many vegan options cooked at home are also possible. It is a wonderful opportunity for anyone who wants to have fun and learn new things by cooking as if they were at home.
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Erik_r
Dec 22, 2023
Wholesome and Personal Cooking Experience - Felt like I was just hanging out with friends and cooking together. Hope to keep in touch with Maral, she and her mother are wonderful hosts.
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Passport34739723523
Dec 11, 2023
Very inviting - Very nice! It was a really interesting experience and I recommend this to anyone who wants to see how people cook and spend time together in Turkey. Also, it's amazing how rich the food can still be when you cook vegan in Turkey. And of course the delicious recipes from Maral and her Mother are priceless, but you have to be there for that! Definitely recommendable!
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97lassev
Nov 2, 2023
Home - There is more than just good food here. Here, a feeling is offered that we carry deep inside us. It is the feeling of being at home. The feeling of being together with the family after a hard day. The feeling of throwing away the school bag after school and following the scent from mum's kitchen. In Germany there is a saying: "Bei Mutti schmeckt's am besten". Sitting at the table with Maral and cutting fresh vegetables while her mother prepared a couscous salad was like meditation for me. All the dishes were delicious and there was even something left over.
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