Cooking Class in Turkey From Istanbul

During the trip to Turkey, coming to this restaurant to learn how to cook is a very vivid and significant part of the journey. The chef who teaches cooking is extremely handsome and humorous. He is not only highly professional but also incredibly nice. As soon as he stepped into the kitchen, his confident demeanor and warm smile immediately put everyone at ease. He patiently demonstrated each cooking step, from carefully chopping the fresh ingredients to skillfully seasoning the dishes, explaining the cooking principles and local culinary secrets with witty remarks that had us all laughing out loud. Whether answering our most basic questions or offering in - depth insights into Turkish cuisine, he did so with great enthusiasm, making this cooking class not just a learning experience but also an extremely enjoyable and unforgettable memory.

I would highly recommend this cooking class at this Michelin star restaurant. The owner of the restaurant taught the class with precision, humor and a personal touch. We learned new cooking techniques, and the food was amazing. We were able to eat our dinner that we cooked and it truly was a highlight of our trip. Thank you for offering us a rare opportunity for which we will always be grateful!

It was a great experience! The restaurante is wonderful, the chef, Mr. Neceti Ylmaz, is very personable. The chef that accompanied us was very professional and efficient. We were able to cook delicious dishes from the Otoman cuisine, and had a great lunch.

It's not often you get a chance to do a cooking class in a Michelin restaurant.

There was a bit of confusion with the driver telling me to get off at Sura hotel, which is across from the restaurant, with no further guidance..but just make your way to Deraliye Restaurant if you're in that situation.

The chef was not just talented but extremely also friendly and of course patient, a must when it comes to me in the kitchen. The dishes were both simple and also full of flavor.

You spend about 1-1.5 hours of cooking in total, and you're rewarded with an amazing 3-course meal at the end.

A terrific experience learning to prepare Turkish cuisine. Chef Halil is a fabulous instructor - she provided clear explanations, and demonstrated superb technique. I'm vegan, and was excited to experience how the various spices, ingredients, and cooking process translate to veganism. The entire staff was absolutely delightful and engaging which made for a fun experience.

We had a great time cooking with Hilai today. The meal turned out great and I picked up a few things I can use in my cooking when I get home.

Wonderful experience! This was a real highlight of our fantastic trip to Istanbul. The staff is lovely and the authentic Turkish food we cooked was amazing. We really appreciated learning how to use different ingredients / spices to bring together flavors of the region. Highly recommend!

I really enjoy taking cooking lessons in countries that I visit and this lesson was fabulous. We prepared, cooked and ate three authentic Turkish dishes. Chef was fully prepared, efficient and patient with us. And the best of all, every dish was delicious.

What a delightful experience. Chef Yilmaz was very patient and explained the food, the technique and the preparation very clearly. I enjoyed the hands on cooking of the food and was very glad that it wasn’t just watching the chef cook.

We prepared three authentic Turkish dishes and they all were delicious. This class was certainly one of the highlights of my trip to Istanbul.

Relaxing and fun, laughed, learned some Turkish cooking basics and ate what we prepared. Our teen daughters had a great time too. Would definitely do again next time we are in Istanbul