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    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Delicious afternoon learning about the history of Turkish coffee and preparing a cup to read my fortune! Even got a kit to make my own at home. Highly recommend!
    Camila

    Bahrain

    December 21, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    It was amazing. The manager and his workers were way too kind.
    Traveler

    Germany

    December 20, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Fun activity, I would recommend.
    Traveler

    Spain

    December 20, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Lovely activity! So interesting to learn about Turkish coffee culture. Ali is a great teacher and the class is a lot of fun!
    Gaia

    December 20, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    Amazing activity! So much fun and a great opportunity to be creative while learning about history and culture. Aleyna is a lovely host and teacher as well! Calming, cosy atmosphere and a gorgeous cat that hangs around too. Highly recommend!
    Gaia

    December 20, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Если вы живете в европейской части, здорово отправиться на кораблике в азию, сварить себе кофе, погадать на гуще и послушать историю культуры кофепития. Азиз большой молодец, что организовал такие мастер классы. Было очень мило с его стороны проводить нас после встречи до кораблика:)
    Любовь

    December 19, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Everything was well-organized and the communication was excellent. I learned so much and really cherished the experience!
    Steven

    December 19, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    this was a great activity to do on a rainy winter day. I had problems with getting to the venue, but Ali helped me with directions, even though it was my fault for not reading the meeting point details correctly. Aleyna was very clear as to how to create the lamps and sharing its history. it's a relaxing activity and a great way to meet new people. The finished product is something that'll remind you of your Istanbul trip too. Aleyna also went above and beyond by helping me get back to my accommodations by going to the station and helping me with directions. would highly recommend this!
    Marjorie

    United Arab Emirates

    December 17, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    It was awesome! I made a good solo traveler friend & Bunyamin gave us great historical context + a safe place to chit chat and learn. You walk away with a great story and skill. Highly recommend.
    Shannon

    December 17, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making & Fortune Telling Workshop

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    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    Aleyna was a great tour and class guide. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would definitely do it again. I loved how my lamp came out!
    Zaire

    December 17, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Super recomendado! Una experiencia increible!
    Martha

    Mexico

    December 16, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    You create your own lamp, learn about the story and can take it the final product home, all ready and packed to travel!
    Camila

    Bahrain

    December 16, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    This was one of the best Airbnb experiences I’ve been to in a long time. The hosts were incredible, the location was great for people using public transport and the experience itself was very enjoyable. Highly recommend!
    Jamila

    December 16, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    I loved it! Aleyna was brilliant. We were there for half the time as we had to catch our flight back home but I’m glad we squeezed it in!
    Traveler

    United Kingdom

    December 16, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    History about Turkish coffee is impressive, and the teacher is professional, worth joining :)
    Traveler

    China

    December 16, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    A lovely arty experience.
    Lisa

    South Africa

    December 16, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    Ali était très pédagogue L'atelier en petit comité était très apaisant et ludique
    Traveler

    France

    December 15, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Отлично!
    Наталия

    December 15, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    It was alot of fun to make the lamp and the Instruktions and help make it super easy! Making the mosaik pattern was a very relaxing experiance-a great activity when you want to escape the hectic of the city for a couple of hours and, on top of that, bring back home a personalized souvenir😊❤️
    Maike

    December 15, 2023

    Turkish Illumination Art Workshop

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    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Une excellente activité. De très bonnes explications. Une bonne organisation. Ali est génial.
    Traveler

    France

    December 15, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    面白かったです
    Traveler

    Japan

    December 14, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    Выражаю признательность организатором от лица всей группы. Мастер-класс по созданию турецких мозаичных светильников прошел великолепно. Все участники довольны. Обязательно вернусь к вам с новыми группами. Вы подарила нам прекрасное время и все мои туристы получили огромное удовольствие. Атмосфера фабрики прекрасна, просто не хотелось уходить. А сами светильники будут еще долго напоминать девочкам о Стамбуле и о вас. Благодарю.
    Елена

    December 12, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    The workshop was in a very accesible place near the metro station. The place was beautifully decorated and Aleyna was a great host. She was very helpful with the construction of the decorations. Everything was included; even unlimited amount of coffee and tea. Kids will love this activity and of course you leave with a beautifully decorated lamp that you can put in your home or give it as a great present to friends or family.
    Traveler

    Greece

    December 11, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    Really fun experience
    Mariam

    December 10, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Escursione divertente, Aziz un mito!
    Sofia

    Italy

    December 10, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Absolutely phenomenal. I read a lot of reviews before I decided to book this workshop, and it still managed to exceed all of my expectations. I would recommend this to everyone. It was an absolute treat to learn about the brewing techniques, history, and cultural significance of Turkish coffee from Ali. He is a wonderful teacher and a master coffee maker. You will come away from the workshop with a lovely little gift bag, but I honestly felt like I was being given a gift the entire time I was there. It is a special thing to be welcomed to a place, to sit down across from someone and learn about their culture, and then to share a drink at once so universal and so specific that you made together. This was my first time doing an activity like this while travelling, and I think it will totally change how I travel in the future. The class was such an enriching experience, and undoubtedly a highlight of my trip.
    Eva

    Germany

    December 10, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    I must commend Aziz for the exceptional attention to details and dedication to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience for me. From the moment I expressed interest in the workshop, he has been proactive and attentive, reaching out to me and providing various meetup options to accommodate schedule and preferences. His constant follow-ups and clear communication created a strong sense of reassurance and made me ecstatic prior the event. The setting was warm and inviting and the atmosphere was one of genuine camaraderie and shared discovery.
    John

    Kuwait

    December 10, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    An excellent way to spend your time in İstanbul and experience warm hospitality and learn about these iconic lamps. Aleyne was a great host and told me all about the art history of these lamps. I made a little desk lamp to take home, which feels a lot better than buying one from a market. I would 100% recommend if you're looking for something a bit different and enjoy arts and crafts! Not to mention some furry cafe cats to keep you company too.
    Sumina

    December 10, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    Very beautiful and personal activity. The employees were really nice and helpful. Would definitely recommend. 10/10 experience.
    Traveler

    Germany

    December 8, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

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    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    Great rainy day activity and a wonderful souvenir/ experience to take fromIstanbul
    Jailene

    December 8, 2023
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    Are you the original Istanbul Workshops?

    Yes, you are on the right page. We are the first brand under this name in Turkey. Our trademark is on file. The studio is in Üsküdar in Istanbul. Phone: +90 533 167 62 71. Site: istanbulworkshops.com.

    Do you give a certificate of completion?

    Yes, on request. At the end of the session we print a simple sheet with your name, the craft, and the guide's signature. No fee; just ask before the workshop ends. Guests often add it to their trip keepsake set.

    How do I contact Istanbul Workshops?

    The fast way to reach us is the contact form on our site. We reply in one work day. We also run a phone line. The line is open in studio hours. We help in English and Turkish on both routes.

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