Guestbook

What a wonderful experience! I have always been a bit nervous about Turkish Coffee as I thought it would be too strong for me to drink, but this experience has changed my mind! I have bought coffee to take home with me! the coffee making technique was explained & we received so much information. To top it, the venue was superb & the hospitality excellent! I would strongly recommend doing this! 🤗

Was amazing ... great hospitality and awesome experience !!!

Bellissima esperienza. Si respira tradizione e allo stesso tempo leggerezza. L Host Bunyamin una persona competente capace e molto gentile

This workshop was a wonderful way to learn more about Turkish culture and make a nice souvenir to bring home! Our host Jelena was wonderful. She was warm and friendly and gave us a presentation on the history and culture surrounding Turkish lamps and then helped us to make and apply our own designs. She was patient and happy to answer questions and give us more detail about Turkish art in general. I cannot recommend this experience highly enough- a must do when you’re in Istanbul!

Fun experience, kids loved it

Our family (husband, myself, and two daughters ages 8 and 4) had a wonderful experience making Turkish lanterns. These were such special souvenirs to bring back home. The instructors were lovely people - very knowledgeable about the craft, and also about history and politics. They were so kind to spend lots of dedicated time with our 4 year old helping her make the rainbow concoction of her dreams. :) My only suggestions - take some pictures of the lamps for sale in the different markets before you go - it will give you inspiration when you get to the class. And message the organizers in advance if you will need a US plug for your lamp. We used adapters for ours, but it sounded like they could get US plugs if you give them enough notice. Thanks for a great experience! :)

Thanks for a great afternoon - I love my lamp!

What a fun time it is to make our own mosaic lamps! Ali and team did a great job putting together a good experience for their customers!

What a fabulous way to experience Turkish culture! We really connected with our hosts and the friendly couple crom Canada. Together, we had a lot of laughs and an overall great afternoon. We will definitely recommend this workshop if you have some time on hand in Istanbul.

Superbe expérience ! Merci à Aleyna de nous avoir accueilli. Hôte très accueillante et souriante. De plus elle prend le temps de tout nous expliquer et raconter également l’histoire la turquie, ce qui a été très enrichissant. Nous savons fabriquer des lampes Turques désormais 😁. A refaire ;)

Great easy class with lots of wonderful materials and a nice lamp to go home with.

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the experience and really glad to bring home a beautiful piece of memory!!

HIGHLY RECOMMEND 😄 we had the best time and learned so much! Such a beautiful way to spend the day.

Awesome experience that can summarize your trip to Istanbul! A must do!

Great hosts— met up with me so I knew where to go, was personable & kind, the workshop is housed in a beautiful half outdoor coffee shop. Had a great afternoon🦋

This experience as got us to relax and build something of our hands! We had a lot of fun and would redo it in a heartbeat.

Our group absolutelyenjoyedthis activity! the host Ben was really nice, the place was cosy and the lamp making process was entertaining. much recommended!

Definitely recommend this lamp making class. Everything turned out beautifully.

Super fun! Bunyamin and Aleyna are great hosts. Must do. Here’s what it’s like: Their team will pick you up from 2 central locations or meet you at the coffee shop directly (in Üsküdar - good opp to see Asian Istanbul). At a long table, they’ll have glass shards, glue, and beads ready with sample designs and the lantern itself. Aleyna offers light guidance and creative co-conspiring if you want - perfectly hands-on/off such that you can tune out and peacefully make your art. Her team serves Turkish tea and biscuits to go along with kitten head-butts on your legs 🐈. Aleyna lights up each lantern afterward (to many supportive oohs and ahhs), and bubble-wraps them for you to travel with. Better than store bought, and imbued with your personality!

My wife enjoyed the lamp experience but would have liked some history background on the lamp or story to go along with the experience. Overall good experience.

One of the best experience we had in Istanbul. This was our opportunity to have a personalized, hand-made Turkish lamp for an unbeatable deal. Great atmosphere, everybody had a good time, and all the lamps looked beautiful. Even for locals is a good experience.

This was a fascinating class hosted by the talented Bunyamin. He's able to give an excellent presentation, but also engage his audience with anecdotes and questions. If you have the time, I definitely would suggest Istanbul Workshops. It also will give you a chance to explore the Asian side of this beautiful city.The host was very communicative, punctual, and a great conversationalist. Thanks again!

Une bonne expérience avec un petit groupe.La création de la lampe se fait en musique et est très relaxante. Le café était fermé donc nous n’avons pas eu la possibilité quoi que ce soit ( ce qui était pourtant noté dans l’annonce). L’hôte était très gentille.

We had a really good time learning how to make the Mosaic lamps. Our workshop was hosted by Elena and she was very nice and helpful. Super fun activity to do and would definitely recommend it. Also you get to take the lamp so you have a nice souvenir from your trip to Turkey!