Embark on a 5.5-hour culinary adventure in Istanbul’s Kadikoy district. Indulge in a classic Turkish breakfast, explore markets and delis, sample local delicacies, and savor traditional cuisine.
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Balik Pazari - Visit different shops at Kadıköy. Fish Market and meeting new tastes of Turkish Cuisine. Typical delicatessen, muhallebi or baklava.
At the fish market (Balik Pazari), browse the stalls selling fresh fish, mezes and deli-style goodies, and perhaps sample some delicacies such as olives and grilled fish. Then, call at different eateries and shops to try some mouth-watering, classic baklava or other desserts - all proof of the Turks’ sweet tooth! - Bosphorus Strait - You will have cnahce to see the Bosphorus while you are passing by the ferry to Kadikoy
- Kallavi Kadikoy - Toward lunchtime, visit one of Kadıköy’s best-loved restaurants, Çiya Sofrası, whose chefs recreate dishes from around Turkey. Dig into delectable specialities such as ezogelin (red lentil soup), güveç (oven-baked meat and vegetable stew), pirzola (lamb chops) and katmer (flaky pastry filled with pistachio nuts), and other foods inspired by traditional regional recipes. Then, finish at an authentic coffee house with a cup of classic, strong Turkish coffee.
- Karakoy Rihtim - Pass tempting baklava shops and cafes and head inside a restaurant for a delicious kahvalti (Turkish breakfast). Savor delights such as kaymak (clotted cream made from buffalo milk), menemen (scrambled eggs with tomato and peppers), and sucuk (spicy sausage), as your guide explains how they’re prepared.
- Kadikoy Iskelesi - Afterward, catch the ferry back to Karaköy, where your tour ends.
- Expert local guide
- Complimentary drinks
- Breakfast included
- Taste local specialties with food samples
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Embark on a culinary journey through Istanbul’s Kadıköy district located on the Asian side, on this 5.5-hour small group food-themed walking tour, led by a gastronomy enthusiast guide! Start with a typical Turkish breakfast in Karaköy, ride a ferry across the Bosphorus into the buzz-filled markets, delicatessens, and quaint streets of Kadıköy, a rapidly evolving neighborhood in Istanbul. Taste fresh seafood at the fish market, relish ‘baklava’ (a syrupy filo pastry) along with other sweet delights at local food joints, and pamper your palate with traditional fare at a highly-rated restaurant. Wrap up your exploration with a cup of traditional Turkish coffee at a genuine coffee shop.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 8 years
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.