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Attending the workshop in Istanbul was a transformative blend of expert insights and the city's captivating charm. Networking opportunities and cultural integrations enriched the event beyond expectations. It was more than educational; it was an unforgettable personal voyage. Heartfelt thanks to everyone involved in making this a truly remarkable adventure. Special thanks to Ali, always making sure things are clockwork and fun!

AMAZING experience! If you are thinking about booking it, do it, you won’t regret it! Great way to see a bit of the Asian side of Istanbul while getting to make a beautiful personalized & one of a kind souvenir in a relaxed studio/cafe.

The tour was fascinating! Our guide impressed us with their in-depth knowledge of the subject matter. They were also incredibly friendly, helpful, and made the experience enjoyable for everyone. I was fortunate to be placed in a fantastic group, which added to the overall experience. The atmosphere truly stood out. It managed to blend a youthful energy with a traditional charm, creating a unique and engaging environment.

This was such a fun class, and new experience for us first time visitors to Istanbul. I highly recommend travelers book this adventure as you begin to immerse yourself in the culture and history of Turkey.

I love learning the history of how these iconic country items start and this did not disappoint! We had a very fun time learning and making our own Turkish Coffee and even walked away with a goodie bag to take home to make our own!

Excellent introduction to Turkish coffee making (and fortune telling) in a lovely space with knowledgeable and friendly guide. Great fun.

What a wonderful experience! I highly recommend this on your next trip to Istanbul! Not only was Bunyamin kind and thoughtful, he had great stories, and we learned so much. The café is warm and inviting, and the added bonus of the Turkish coffee making kit was wonderful. And if you’re lucky, you will get to meet one of the cutest kittens in all the land, whose name is Crêpe. Thank you for the wonderful afternoon!

The Turkish lamp workshop - the best souvenir you can bring back home to remind you about your travels and use it as a cozy evening lamp. It's such a unique experience and very personalized - you can let your creativity flow or you can get as much help or assistance as you wish with design and making the lamp. The overall process went smooth and lamps were ready to be packed during a coffee break right before I head for my flight. Ali and the team are locals passionate about sharing their culture and can provide you with bunch of insigths and recommendations for further exploration of Istanbul and you even get a certificate upon completing this workshop.

This great workshop was a birthday gift for me and it was one of the best gifts I have ever gotten. The best part of it is you choose your own design and create your own unique mosaic lamp. Perfect place, inside of the old İstanbul, and the workshop is so professional. Also, the atmosphere and energy of Bünyamin are peerless. I got the swan lamp, I definitely recommend you upgrade it to the swan type. Give your creativity and productivity a chance! Thank you for this joyful workshop.

I recently attended a Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop hosted by Bunyamin in Istanbul and had an incredible time. Bunyamin welcomed us and guided us through the design and assembly of our own unique lamps, which I was able to take home as a personalized souvenir. The workshop was well-organized, with a lively atmosphere and music, and I bonded with the other participants over our shared creative experience. We also got to select from a range of colorful glasses to add to our lamps, making each one truly unique. I highly recommend this workshop to anyone visiting Istanbul interested in traditional lamps, as you get to learn the craft and take home a unique piece. Thank you, Bunyamin!

You must go here for the craft experience. We chose this place to do lamp making - we were on the European side and the lovely Beyza picked us up from the station and took us over to the workshop on the Asian side. Beyza was very knowledgable about the history of lamps, I learnt a lot :) The actual lamp making was so fun! You get unlimited tea, coffee and cookies whilst you’re making your lamp. Beyza kindly helped my son with his lamp which turned out superb! Thank you Beyza for the amazing experience! I will definitely be recommending to people who are visiting Istanbul about your place :) Sera xo

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This experience has been one of the best I have participated I recommend 100% to everyone. Don’t even think about it just book it. I went for the coffee but stay for the conversations. First of all Bunyamin met me close to my accommodation so, I wouldn’t get lost to the coffee shop. This was so important for me because it was my first time in Istanbul. Learning how to make Turkish coffee was more than just the coffee, it was a ritual and culture. Bunyamin shared many stories about his family and culture which made me feel very comfortable. After drinking the coffee and doing to fortune reading I was allowed to make my own coffee in the coffee shop, which was a great experience. The coffee shop where the workshop takes place is very cozy and welcoming. I had the opportunity to meet cool people and learn more and the culture.

We had a fantastic time at this fun and informative perfume making workshop. Ali, the instructor, is truly passionate about his craft and takes the time to provide a foundation in the art of perfume making. The session begins with an introduction to a variety of essences, which you get to smell and select to create your personalized fragrance. The whole experience was engaging, lighthearted, and easy to follow. Plus, they offer unlimited Turkish coffee, tea, and cookies throughout the workshop. Reasonably priced compare to other similar workshops in Istanbul. By the end, we had our own custom scent in a 50ml bottle to take home, a unique and memorable souvenir from Istanbul. The venue, located inside Fabrikafa Cafe in Uskudar, is cozy and intimate, just a 10-minute walk from the ferry station on the Asian side. I highly recommend this workshop for anyone looking for a one-of-a-kind experience.

I really enjoyed painting a tile. The cafe is also very nice, great playlist and vibe. Price is very reasonable compared to similar workshops.

Unique experience with perfect storytelling and nice gifts, thx for the host!

Fantastic lamp making workshop! Our facilitator Abdullah was absolutely amazing, very personable and helpful, encouraged us to be creative and even have some suggestions for local dining spots. Facility was clean and easy to access. Price point was spectacular. Definitely a must try for a visit to Istanbul!

Wir waren beim Workshop für Glasmalerei, es hat uns sehr gefallen und ich kann es bedenkenfrei weiter empfehlen

Bunyamin was great, the class was well organized, super engaging, and educational. we had great conversation and getting to have the coffee and then take home a coffee set was such a good value. Definitely recommend!

If you enjoy coffee and/or want to learn about Turkish culture, I highly recommend. It's more about the history of coffee and making coffee than the fortune telling but it's an enjoyable way to spend a few hours, great learning how to make Turkish coffee properly, and Bunyamin is a fantastic host! Also a really cute cat lives in the cafe.

We had a great time making friends and coffee. Ben will explain the history of coffee, the customs and culture, and how to make it as well as do the fortune telling. There's a slideshow, coffee shop, and of course you get your very own set to make some coffee and predict the future of your guests! I recommend it because it's hard to find information on this kind of stuff, and Ben is very accommodating!

Vitray workshopunu beraber yaptığım Eda hanım ve bu imkanı sağlayan İstanbul workshop'a teşekkürlerimi sunuyorum. Oldukça özel bir deneyimdi günün sonunda elde ettiğim eser tüm süreci taclandirdi

We had an amazing experience with the whole team, they were super welcoming and I loved the conversations. We made our own handmade mosaik lamp wtih glass pieces and glue. In the end we walked away with a lamp and a smile on our face, amazing!

A “must” experience if you are in Istanbul.Ben was amazing sharing his culture through this workshop; also it is awesome the way he answers your doubts and teaches you new facts related to the Turkish Coffee and the powerful meaning it has for the Turkish society.