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Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

The class was fun and informative, plenty of time to relax and enjoy the company and talk with the instructor- I would highly recommend!
Stephanie

United States

August 6, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Great fun! Our guide and all the staff at the coffee shop were amazing and very accommodating. There was also unlimited Turkish tea, and coffee!
Traveler

United Kingdom

August 6, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Thank you!
Jamie

August 5, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Crafting my own mosaic lamp was incredibly satisfying, and the final result exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend this course for anyone seeking an artistic adventure.
Traveler

Netherlands

August 5, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

This was the best choice I made. Bünyamin is a perfect host and very helpfull. Those who want to buy a lamp, rather book the workshop and make your own . Thank you Bünyamin
pieter

South Africa

August 4, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

we had a lot of fun designing our lamps. the organizers were very nice and flexible. we had to change the day again at short notice and it was no problem. thanks for that! it was a relaxing couple of hours!
Deniz Elif

August 4, 2023

Perfume Making Workshop

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Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

I very much enjoyed learning about the history of kahve, the technique and the fortune telling.
Sahra

August 4, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

It was a memorable experience. The price was slightly higher than expected.
Emre

August 4, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Grande Alina.❤️❤️❤️
Antonello

Italy

August 3, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

super expérience ! Le lieu, l'expérience et l'accueil etaient super et l'atelier très intéressant. je recommande
Livia

August 3, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

This was a really cool experience and we learnt lots about the history of coffee in Istanbul and the different techniques!
Lauren

August 3, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Great experience
Limnash

August 3, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Очень понравилось. Даже моей дочке, 9 лет, которая не пьет кофе. Попробовали новые вкусы кофе. Рекомендуем.
Ирина

August 2, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Absolument génial ! Le cadre (café) est très sympathique. L’atelier est également très intéressant, tout est bien expliqué et raconté. L’ambiance est conviviale et la dégustation excellente, je recommande fortement cet atelier !
Manon

France

August 2, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Aleyna was our guide the whole time! From pick up to drop off she was with our group. She was amazing and so very kind! My son and I did this class and she helped him from start to finish and her hospitality was very special to us! I can’t wait to do there other classes when I come back! This trip is something me and my son will remember for ever! Thank you Aleyna!
Erica

August 2, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

A must do when in Turkey! If i could have given this more than 5 stars I would have. This was my favorite thing I did on a 3 week vacation. The host Bunyamin and Benjamin were amazing host. Picked up and drop to metro stations. The experience was something like none other and will not soon forget! It not only meet my exceptions, but blew them out of the water. This is experience is great for solo travelers, families, or friends. A take home gift (the lamp you make) that will always have a special place in my home. I will 100% do this event again next time in Istanbul! If your are on the fence about doing it or not…. Trust me and do it!
Josh

August 2, 2023

Traditional Stained Glass Painting Workshop

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Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

I absolutely loved this experience! Such a great price for an unforgettable souvenir. The coffee shop where it takes place is cute, the area where you create the lamp is nice, and the guide is very helpful.
Roxie

August 1, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

I recently had the pleasure of attending a captivating Coffee Making Workshop. From start to finish, it was an enchanting journey into the world of coffee that I won't soon forget.The workshop was expertly curated, offering a perfect blend of theory and hands-on practice. The instructor's step-by-step demonstrations and explanations helped us grasp the nuances of each method, turning what could have been overwhelming into an exciting exploration.
Nina

August 1, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

My time with Aleyna was amazing! She was very kind and genuine. She allowed us all the time we needed, and I’m happy with my design.
Judy

United States

August 1, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Beautiful space, warm and kind people and a very fun experience overall!
Hannah

July 31, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

It’s a great experience to make the Turkish lamp in the workshop. The host is super welcoming and people there are all very friendly. The workshop settles in a café so the environment is chilled and comfy. Overall it was amazing and definitely worthy!
Shuting

July 31, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Compared to buying a readymade lamp off the market, I gained three souvenirs at once from this workshop: The knowledge on how to decorate such a lamp, the photos and videos documenting the learning process, and finally the lamp itself. Decorating the lamp wasn't as daunting as I expected! The workshop provided some templates we could follow to start with, without restricting us to it, in case we had other ideas we wanted to follow. Between the range of patterns and the colors we could choose from, there were plenty of design options. Seeing my own lamp come together was a joy, but it was exciting to see the designs that other workshop mates came up with that I inspired me new ideas in case I get to make a lamp again in the future (One of my classmates requested to make another one in one sitting! Of course she paid extra). The workshop atmosphere was cozy. Our group had three people coming alone (including myself) and one couple - and we all had a lot of fun!
Hanbin

July 31, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

my girlfriend and I chose this to try something uniquely turkish and creative, and we had a blast! met some wonderful people from opposite sides of the world, and made a great lamp at the same time! friendly and accommodating host who will keep you right with your lamp making process
Chris

July 31, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Lovely and interesting activity
Traveler

Germany

July 31, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Truly a unique experience! Bunyamin was an excellent host!! It was a nice break from the hustle and bustle of the European side of Istanbul, and the coffee we made was really good.
Jaclyn

July 31, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

What a fantastic group of people. This was an amazing experience. Well worth doing
Darren

Australia

July 30, 2023

Chocolate Making Workshop

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Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Un esperienza fantastica, davvero ben organizzata e adatta a tutti i tipi di età. Un modo diverso di approcciarsi all’arte, conoscere una nuova cultura e nuove persone. Lo consiglio vivamente
Michele

Switzerland

July 30, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Totally recommend! The workshop had a very relaxed and personal atmosphere with great hosts. There is really unlimited coffee - and I even got some fortune telling out of my turkish coffee. He also offered us help for anything we may need in Istanbul anytime. Really cool activity to do, being creative with a very home-like atmosphere with no rush. I had the feeling the hosts enjoyed out afternoon too :) Always nice since at some touristic tours you feel that they are just in it for the money.
Verena

Austria

July 30, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Great activity!! Loved it!!! Wonderful souvenir to take back home...
marielsa2@yahoo.gr

Greece

July 30, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

A fantastic experience! I would definitely recommend to anyone visiting. Great to meet new people or do as a group/couple.
James

United Arab Emirates

July 30, 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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