Turkish Delight Workshop / How to make Turkish Delight ?

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You’ve explored Istanbul, tasted its flavors, and now you're returning home not just with souvenirs — but with a story. In this workshop, held in the enchanting surroundings of Little Hagia Sophia, you’ll learn how to make authentic Turkish Delight, a centuries-old treat that you can now create with your own signature twist.

Perfect for families, couples, and curious travelers — you’ll leave with refined memories and a tradition to carry forward.

What sets us apart from other Turkish delight workshops?

Not in an apartment, but at Istanbul’s Oldest Monastery, located within a history-filled garden, you learn how to make Turkish delight. Instead of Turkish delight purchased from a store and presented as handmade, you take home the Turkish delight you have learned to make with your own hands, presented in a traditional ceramic (iznik tiles ) container.

Not from foreign instructors, but accompanied by a local storyteller, you experience the stories that accompany this tradition

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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Cần Quan Tâm

Unlike typical cooking classes, this workshop takes place inside the historic Little Hagia Sophia—an architectural gem rarely open to interactive experiences. You’ll make Turkish Delight ( Lokum ) from scratch using authentic techniques in a space steeped in centuries of history. What makes it truly special is the hands-on process paired with cultural storytelling, local insights, and the chance to create sweets just as they were made generations ago. Guests leave not only with delicious handmade lokum, but also with an unforgettable memory rooted in flavor, tradition, and place. We're not conducting this experience in an apartment. You'll experience Turkish delight making in an art center located in the garden of Istanbul's Oldest Monastery. This experience is well suited for families, couples, and travelers who value quality time over crowds. The setting allows children to join comfortably, while adults enjoy a calm, well-paced session shaped by tradition and local insight. Nothing feels rushed or staged. It’s a quiet, hands-on moment where making, listening, and being present come together in a place that rarely hosts such encounters.

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✦ All tools, ingredients, and protective aprons are provided during the session

✦ Get hands-on with mixing, cooking, and perfecting the ideal texture and flavor

✦ Enjoy complimentary Turkish tea and cofee during the experience

✦ Learn the story of Turkish Delight and its deep cultural roots in Turkish tradition

✦ Shop from a variety of artisanal Turkish Delights available at the venue

✦ Taste your fresh creations and compare with classic samples offered by the host

✦ Shape, cut, and powder your Turkish Delight by hand in the traditional way

✦ This is a brand new workshop — surprise gifts await our first guests!

✦ Use authentic flavors like rose, citrus and mastic to personalize your own delights

✦ Prepare the sweet from scratch using copper pot, wooden spoon and natural ingredients

✦ Take home a box filled with the delights you’ve made as a delicious souvenir

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Turkish Delight Workshop / How to make Turkish Delight ?

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5.00

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Sweeter than sweet
Connector51843007917,,6 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
We stopped by the Little Sofia Mosque by accident and Bugra gave us a wonderful tour of the space. He is knowledgeable and has a love for this unique location and its history. If you take this class you will get the stories as well as the treats, and you will have a wonderful time.
Amazing workshop
10jisunl,,16 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
This Turkish Delight Workshop was one of the highlights of our trip to Istanbul. The Captain and his mother were warm, funny and incredibly knowledgeable, and the intimate setting near the Little Hagia Sophia Mosque made the whole experience feel authentic and personal. We loved getting hands-on making the lokum from scratch, choosing flavours and boxing up our own creations to take home. A perfect mix of culture, learning and fun. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Istanbul!
A delightful experience with the Captain
Paradise42249406369,,15 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
A delightful experience with the Captain and his skillful mother with a demonstration of Turkish delight making with the bonus of understanding more about distilling rose water (and essential oils) etc for flavours. We had almond and tea with coconut, yum. The setting is beautiful and the owners charming.
Highlight of the trip ‼️🍭🍬
Cruiser64443414634,,30 thg 10, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
We had such a truly wonderful experience at the Turkish Delight Workshop! 🍬🍭 The atmosphere was warm, authentic and inspiring. Far away from the touristy, commercial feeling of other workshops. If you’re looking for something truly local and heartfelt, this is an absolute must-do in Istanbul! Buğra and his lovely mother were the most welcoming hosts. The workshop itself was not only fun but also full of insights. We learned so much about Turkish Delights, options to color, change the flavour and how to truly make them. We got Turkish Delights to take home with us and will give it to close ones to try. We also learned a lot about Istanbul and its traditions. We were deeply touched by all the thoughtful gifts: tea, fresh coffee, fruit… everything made us feel cared for and at home. It felt less like a workshop and more like being welcomed into a family. 🌸 As a final highlight, we visited the Little Hagia Sophia Mosque, which was the perfect way to round off this memorable day. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a genuine, heartfelt Istanbul experience!
Delighted by Bugra and Meral!
Experience603725,,20 thg 10, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful time with Bugra and Mela learning how to make Turkish delights. We were also treated to Turkish coffee and apple tea for the kids. Bugra is very passionate to share the history of the area, which is by the port of the old city, and his story. We highly recommend this activity 👌
Must do authentic experience in Istanbul !
elizaa943,,20 thg 10, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Caption Burga and his Mother were excellent hosts. We got a background into his life and passions before the cooking class and was also shown around the Little Hagia Sofia Mosque with a little history lesson from Burga! The Turkish Delight was delicious paired with authentic Turkish tea and against the historical backdrop of the Mosque -this is a must do experiences !!
Delicious perfection
Hannah H,,19 thg 10, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
This was a really great experience and we got more than we expected. The tour is in a cute courtyard right next to the Little Hagia Sophia. The Captain gave us a history lesson and showed us around Little Hagia Sophia which was a really nice added bonus. His mom showed us how to cook Turkish delights and it was such a wholesome experience. We each got sent home with gifts of soap, an evil eye, a handmade bowl, essential oil, and of course Turkish delight. My friend and I ended up being the only two on the tour and it was really cool to have a personal cooking class. The Captain and his mom were such a highlight to our trip. We were treated with tea and coffee during the class too which was also really appreciated.
Traditional
Rebekka S,,26 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Lokum workshop with hospitable locals, it was a nice experience to learn the craft.
Amazing journey into Turkish culture
Monica S,,14 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Amazing..the man and his mother brought us into a very typical experience they showed us a piece of real Turkish light. My daughter loved it The man was so nice, he gave us lots of typical staff and accompanied us to explain better the history of litters Hagia Sophia Magic place full of grace Thanks a lot, we will bring this magic memories with us
Deep dive into Turkish (food) culture
Meike S,,11 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
I had an amazing time learning how to make Turkish Delights in a wonderful space in the old town of Istanbul with Buğra and his mother Meral. I can highly recommend this activity if you want to dive a little deeper into the culture of Istanbul and its people. You will also bring home some tasty Turkish Delights and other little presents.