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Amazing amazing amazing

loved loved loved this!! Our absolute favorite place in istanbul, the staff were amazing and the workshops (we did the lamp and came back again for the perfume) were super fun and the coolest souvenir. Could not recommend it more!

A really enjoyable and relaxing afternoon with really friendly people. Loved learning about the history of the stained glass and it's origins. 10/10 would definitely do this again! Thank you for a lovely time!

Super Begleitung während des Workshops, netter Smalltalk und die Gastgeber haben den Teilnehmenden sehr viel Interesse gezeigt. Verpflegung top! Hat echt Spaß gemacht! Danke an das Fabrikafa-Team. Die Lampen sind echt toll geworden. :)

It was an amazing experience and absolute pleasure to meet them!

This place is amazing: super cosy, beautifully arranged and peaceful. We attended a perfume workshop and everything was organised very well. Definitely worth the money experience. Our host was welcoming and informative, we are totally satisfied with the final result. If you plan a trip to Istanbul do not miss this place and the Asian side, they are both a must.

i liked learning the history about coffee in Turkey and how to prepare it

I was initially hesitant to book this workshop since I didn’t see any reviews before booking it but went ahead anyway. The workshop is conducted by a company called Istanbul Workshops. The perfume expert unfortunately had an accident that morning so another professional had to step in and guide us. It was such a fun experience to learn about the art of making perfume, try different scents and make my own. It didn’t feel awkward at all even though I went alone. It was very interactive and I’m glad I’ve got my own perfume to remind me of my trip to Istanbul.

Loved it and our guide was super helpful

Todo genial. Una muy bonita experiencia. El guía te recibe en un punto que te dice y no tienes que pagar el transporte de ida. La vuelta si. La actividad es en la parte asiática. Te lo explican muy bien y mientras se seca la lámpara, te das una vuelta. Hay variedad de colores con que hacer la lámpara. Sin duda repetiría.

Overall the activity was amazing, learnt a new skill and we really think the entire team is doing a great job trying to bring a change to Istanbul tourism.

Great activity to do during a stay in Istanbul ! The workshop takes place in a cozy coffee shop in the Uskudar district, which also gave us a chance to discover this neighborhood. There were only the two of us as a couple for this workshop. Aziz was a very welcoming host. As soon as we arrived, he offered us a cup of coffee. We learned all about the history of Turkish coffee and its cultural significance for Turks. We each made our own Turkish coffee according to our preferences—light for me and strong for my boyfriend. The fortune-telling part at the end was fun. We were also spoiled with gifts at the end of the workshop, something we hadn't expected ! The activity was rather expensive (€28 per person for two hours), but it's one we'd recommend.

Workshop molto coinvolgente e bellissima esperienza! Consigliato

Eda was great. She was an amazing teacher and very patient with us. We went back home with 2 stained glass paintings which we can’t wait to hang. Highly recommended.

Worth to do it!

This workshop was the highlight of our trip! From the start, everything was perfectly organized. We received a message with all the details, including three options for meeting points. Since our hotel was on the European side, we chose that. Mustafa was right on time and led us to the metro for one stop to the Asian side. Mustafa showed genuine interest in the group. Once at the workshop, we met Eda, our fun and creative instructor. After an introduction to the history of stained glass, we started making our own pieces. Eda was patient and encouraged our creativity. The artworks we created were fantastic souvenirs, and during the workshop, we enjoyed unlimited tea, coffee, and homemade cookies. The entire experience was seamless, from the planning to the activities. If you're in Istanbul, this is a must-do workshop. Thank you, Eda and Mustafa, for an amazing time! Geetings from your friends from Amsterdam

Отличный мастер-класс! Очень рада, что выделила на это время. Азиз очень понятно объясняет и интересно рассказывает. Понравилась и сама атмосфера мероприятия и кафе. Из-за технического сбоя первый раз меня записали на мастер-класс по фонарикам, в итоге за него с меня даже не взяли оплату. Спасибо организаторам за отлично проведённые два дня, я в восторге! Если буду снова в Стамбуле, то постараюсь снова прийти.

The ambience was inspiring and that made the workshop very enjoyable. The tea and biscuits were an added bonus!

It was such a great experience, everybody was super helpful and friendly. I would recommend to everyone who comes to Istanbul. Definitely would come back again

Fantastic experience, with a detailed history on turkish coffee. Had a wonderful time learning to make and great conversations.

Arkadaşımla çok keyifli vakit geçirdik. Hocamız da çok ilgiliydi. Düşünenlere tavsiye ediyoruz. :)

I absolutely loved every moment of this trip. The guide picked us up and got us to the workshop safely. The whole session designing the lamp was fun and relaxing. I loved how the others and mine came out. It’s such a wonderful workshop and this lamp will last forever in my room!

Une activité très intéressante, Moustafa nous a appris énormément de chose sur le café et nous a donné de nombreux conseils pour visiter la ville. Une personne gentil et bienveillante.

L'idée de créer un parfum personnalisé est géniale et spéciale pour garder le meilleur des souvenirs d'Istanbul. L'encadrant Tuna Bey donne un sens aux sens et vous immerge dans un monde philosophique plein de senteurs et d'images olfactives. Un workshop à faire avec beaucoup d'imagination et de bonne humeur