Chef's Table: Anatolian Tasting Journey

Chef's Table: Anatolian Tasting Journey

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Settle in for an unforgettable evening at our intimate Istanbul table. This exclusive dinner is limited to just 8 guests to ensure a personal and conversational experience.

Super storytelling

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Super storytelling

Guests say this Host tells great stories.

Super storytelling

Guests say this Host tells great stories.

Excellent value

Guests say it's well worth the price.

Excellent value

Guests say it's well worth the price.

Excellent value

Guests say it's well worth the price.

Excellent value

Guests say it's well worth the price.

Up to 3 hours

This activity takes around

Up to 3 hours

This activity takes around

Up to 3 hours

This activity takes around

Up to 3 hours

This activity takes around

Languages

English, Turkish

Languages

English, Turkish

Languages

English, Turkish

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Cancellation flexibility

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance

Cancellation flexibility

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Cancellation flexibility

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Experience

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Your culinary journey begins with a refreshing homemade peach mocktail, setting the stage for the plates to come. This is not just a dinner; it is a story of Anatolian heritage, told through a progression of seven exquisite courses designed and personally introduced by Chef Mehdi Ercan.


You will explore the depth of Turkish ingredients, starting with the simple elegance of homemade butter and ancient einkorn wheat bread. From there, the menu unfolds with innovative creations like cherry-leaf sarma with a delicate yoghurt foam and a seasonal fish mosaic brightened with anise.


Experience the soul of Anatolian comfort with a rich, braised beef "keşkek," followed by a masterfully modernized Turkish baklava that challenges expectations.


Throughout the evening, engage in conversation with the chef, learning the secrets behind each dish and the traditions that inspire them.


The experience culminates in a classic Turkish ritual: perfectly brewed Turkish coffee served alongside delicate Turkish Delight petit fours.


You will leave not just satisfied, but with a new appreciation for the artistry of modern Turkish cuisine and a memory of a truly special Istanbul evening.

Highlights

  • Embark on a 7-course tasting journey curated by Chef Mehdi Ercan 

  • Dine in an intimate setting, with a group size of no more than 8 guests

  • Discover a modern, artistic take on classic Anatolian cuisine

  • Experience unique dishes like cherry-leaf sarma and modernized baklava

  • Enjoy direct conversation and stories from the chef

  • Conclude your meal with traditional Turkish coffee and petit fours

What's Included

Food & Beverages

  • A full 7-course modern Anatolian menu

  • Chef's homemade peach mocktail to start

  • Introductory herbal tea

  • Turkish coffee served with Turkish Delight petit fours

Where we will meet

Look for a historical building with a vintage signboard that reads Merhaba.

Your guide will be waiting for you outside the entrance.

What our guests said

What our guests said

What our guests said

What our guests said

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Julie

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September 16, 2025

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The whole experience was amazing. Beyond our expectations they communicated very well and told us the meeting point from there a guide took us on the tram from Europe to Asia side. It’s a quaint little coffee shop and they have other workshop. Fun activities is going on. Such as Making perfume and or bracelets. We attended the Turkish coffee making workshop with fortunetelling. It was very well organized, and Farouk was well prepared and educated us from the very beginning about coffee how it was imported into turkey how it turned into a delicacy and quite the presentation during an important events. We had fun, grinding the coffee and making it . it was delicious. The price was well worth it and at the end they give you a set to take with you, which was such a great keepsake so that we can try it at home on our own. It was such a great experience and we truly enjoyed our time. Thank you so much. I highly recommend this activity for anybody visiting Istanbul.

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GetYourGuide traveler

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September 16, 2025

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This was a great experience! Amazing value for money ☺️ our guides spoke little English but they have tried their best to engage with us as much as they could. Loving the new lamp!

United Kingdom

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Peter

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September 16, 2025

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The Team were very engaging with the group, not only helping with the activities but also by getting us to interact with each other and helping to breakdown natural barriers between people who don't know each other. The snacks and drink were in good supply throughout and the atmosphere was great, very friendly. Best part is we are able to take our memories home with us,you keep what you create.

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What types of workshops does Istanbul Workshops offer?

We offer a variety of workshops including Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making, Stained Glass Painting, and traditional Turkish Coffee Making & Fortune Telling and Turkish Tile Paintign Art Workshops.

What types of workshops does Istanbul Workshops offer?

We offer a variety of workshops including Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making, Stained Glass Painting, and traditional Turkish Coffee Making & Fortune Telling and Turkish Tile Paintign Art Workshops.

What types of workshops does Istanbul Workshops offer?

We offer a variety of workshops including Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making, Stained Glass Painting, and traditional Turkish Coffee Making & Fortune Telling and Turkish Tile Paintign Art Workshops.

What types of workshops does Istanbul Workshops offer?

We offer a variety of workshops including Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making, Stained Glass Painting, and traditional Turkish Coffee Making & Fortune Telling and Turkish Tile Paintign Art Workshops.

Where are your workshops held?

Our workshops are held in various locations across Istanbul, including historical sites and cultural centers on the Asian side of the city​

Where are your workshops held?

Our workshops are held in various locations across Istanbul, including historical sites and cultural centers on the Asian side of the city​

Where are your workshops held?

Our workshops are held in various locations across Istanbul, including historical sites and cultural centers on the Asian side of the city​

Where are your workshops held?

Our workshops are held in various locations across Istanbul, including historical sites and cultural centers on the Asian side of the city​

Do I need prior experience to participate in a workshop?

No prior experience is required. Our workshops are designed for all skill levels, and our instructors will guide you through each step

Do I need prior experience to participate in a workshop?

No prior experience is required. Our workshops are designed for all skill levels, and our instructors will guide you through each step

Do I need prior experience to participate in a workshop?

No prior experience is required. Our workshops are designed for all skill levels, and our instructors will guide you through each step

Do I need prior experience to participate in a workshop?

No prior experience is required. Our workshops are designed for all skill levels, and our instructors will guide you through each step

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